Entry-Level Event Assistant

Markato; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Markato seeks an outgoing Entry-Level Event Assistant to support live promotional events and brand activations in person. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys talking with people and thrives in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.

You will assist with setup and breakdown, engage attendees, explain campaigns, capture leads, and work closely with the team to deliver high-energy, professional interactions that reflect Markato's values. Weekend and evening availability is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Comfortable with face-to-face interactions at live events.
• Willingness to learn and grow in sales and event execution.
• Positive, energetic attitude with a customer-first approach.
• Flexibility to work weekends and evenings as schedules require.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, execution, and breakdown of live events.
• Engage attendees, share information, and convey campaign value.
• Drive interest and participation by explaining products/promotions.
• Build authentic conversations to raise brand awareness.
• Capture leads or sales directly at events.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver high-impact interactions reflecting Markato values.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer-focused

Positive attitude

Flexible hours

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time, Face-to-Face Role

About Markato

Markato is a company driven by the belief that real human connections build meaningful brand experiences. We specialise in face-to-face event marketing, sales & customer acquisition, bringing brands to life at live activations, pop-ups, retail events, and promotional campaigns. Every day offers something new — from engaging conversations with customers to dynamic live activations in the field.

Role Overview

We’re looking for an outgoing Entry-Level Event Assistant to join our team and support live promotional events. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals who thrive in face-to-face, customer-facing environments, enjoy interacting with people, and are excited to develop their careers in sales, event execution, and brand representation. Sales will be a core part of this role — you’ll be engaging with people, sharing campaign stories, and driving participation or conversions during events.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist with setup, execution, and breakdown of live events and brand activations.
• Engage directly with event attendees to share information, answer questions, and convey the campaign's value.
• Drive customer interest and sales by clearly explaining products, promotions, or participation opportunities.
• Build authentic conversations that increase awareness for the brand and campaign goals.
• Help capture leads or sales directly at events.
• Work closely with the team to deliver professional, high-impact interactions that reflect Markato values.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — confident speaking with diverse audiences.
• Comfortable engaging people in direct, face-to-face interactions throughout an event.
• A willingness to learn and grow in sales and event execution.
• Positive, energetic attitude with a customer-first approach.
• Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings as event schedules require.

Why Join Markato?

• Hands-on training and career progression — develop skills in sales, marketing, communications, and leadership.
• Opportunity to work in dynamic, in-person environments every day.
• Be part of a purpose-driven team focused on real conversations and genuine customer connections.