Event Marketing Associate

Catalyst Agency Inc; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Uncapped bonuses

Gas stipend

Full paid training

Mentorship

Professional development

Leadership opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Supportive team environment

Networking & travel

Job summary

The Catalyst Corporation in Oak Brook, IL is hiring Event Marketing & Customer Engagement Associates. You will engage customers in promotional events, educate them about products, and support campaigns while representing national brands. Training is provided and performance is rewarded through bonuses.

Ideal candidates are outgoing, communicative, and team oriented. Local commuting to Oak Brook for training and daily operations is required; prior marketing or sales experience is a plus but not

Qualifications

• Outgoing, friendly and confident demeanor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and work ethic.
• Comfortable meeting and speaking with new people.
• Goal-oriented and motivated by performance.
• Team-oriented, coachable and eager to learn.
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to Oak Brook office.
• Customer service, retail, hospitality, marketing or sales experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Represent client brands at retail locations, events, and campaigns.
• Engage directly with customers through face-to-face conversations.
• Educate customers on products, services, promotions and benefits.
• Answer questions with clear, accurate information.
• Generate customer interest and assist with sales and enrollments.
• Support event setup, execution and organization.
• Track customer interactions and campaign activity.
• Collaborate with team and leadership to meet targets.
• Maintain a professional brand presence in all interactions.
• Participate in ongoing sales, marketing and leadership training.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Meeting new people

Goal oriented

Team oriented

Reliable transportation

Customer service experience

Authorized to work in the US

Sales/marketing exposure (advantage)

Job description

Event Marketing & Customer Engagement Associate – Oak Brook, IL

The Catalyst Corporation | Full-Time | Weekly Pay | Full Paid Training | Gas Stipend | Uncapped Bonuses

The Catalyst Corporation is seeking motivated and outgoing individuals to join our growing team as Event Marketing & Customer Engagement Associates in Oak Brook, IL.

This entry-level position provides hands‑on experience in event marketing, customer engagement, sales, brand promotion, and customer acquisition. You'll work directly with customers in retail locations, promotional events, and other face‑to‑face environments while representing nationally recognized client brands.

No previous marketing or sales experience is required. We provide full paid training, ongoing mentorship, and hands‑on coaching to help new team members develop professionally and succeed in the role.

Candidates must have reliable transportation and be able to commute to our Oak Brook, IL office for training, meetings, and daily team operations.

What You'll Do

• Represent client brands at retail locations, promotional events, and customer-focused campaigns

• Engage directly with customers through friendly, professional face‑to‑face conversations

• Educate customers on available products, services, promotions, and benefits

• Answer questions and provide clear, accurate information

• Generate customer interest and assist with sales and enrollment opportunities

• Support event and campaign setup, execution, and organization

• Track customer interactions and campaign activity accurately

• Collaborate with team members and leadership to achieve individual and team performance goals

• Maintain a professional and positive brand presence during all customer interactions

• Participate in ongoing sales, marketing, and leadership training

What We're Looking For

• Outgoing, friendly, and confident personality

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Comfortable meeting and speaking with new people

• Goal-oriented and motivated by performance

• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, customer‑facing environment

• Team-oriented, coachable, and willing to learn

• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to our Oak Brook office

• Customer service, retail, hospitality, marketing, or sales experience is a plus but not required

• Must be authorized to work in the United States

What We Offer

• Weekly pay

• Uncapped performance‑based bonuses

• Gas stipend for work‑related travel

• Full paid training

• Ongoing mentorship and hands‑on coaching

• Professional development in marketing, sales, customer engagement, and business development

• Leadership development and advancement opportunities

• Clear path toward leadership and management responsibilities

• Supportive, team‑oriented work environment

• Professional networking and travel opportunities for top performers

Join The Catalyst Corporation in Oak Brook, IL and build valuable experience in event marketing, customer engagement, sales, and brand representation while developing skills that can lead to future leadership opportunities.