Event Sales Assistant

Thryve Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Thryve Chicago is seeking an Event Sales Assistant to gain hands-on experience at promotional events, retail activations, and live marketing campaigns in Chicago, IL.

You will engage with customers face-to-face, promote products, and contribute to sales and customer acquisition goals while working within a dynamic team. Comprehensive training and ongoing coaching are provided in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level friendly candidates; comprehensive training provided.
• Excellent communication and professional demeanor required.
• Ability to engage customers in face-to-face interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assisting customers throughout the sales process
• Engage directly with customers and members of the public
• Creating positive and engaging customer interactions
• Supporting promotional events and live marketing campaigns
• Deliver product and service information in a clear and professional manner
• Support customer acquisition and sales objectives through face-to-face interactions
• Build positive customer relationships and enhance brand awareness
• Assist with event setup, campaign execution, and promotional activities
• Generate customer interest, registrations, and sales opportunities
• Work collaboratively with event managers and sales team members
• Contribute to team sales targets and campaign performance goals

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Customer interaction

Sales-minded

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Willingness to learn

Customer-focused mindset

Job description

Looking for a role where you can build valuable sales experience, develop professional skills, and work with people every day?

We're hiring a motivated individual to join our team as an Event Sales Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious, career-driven individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in sales, customer engagement, event marketing, brand promotion, and customer acquisition while working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

If you're confident communicating with people, enjoy working in fast-paced settings, and are motivated by personal growth and performance-based success, this could be the ideal next step.

About the Role

As an Event Sales Assistant, you'll work directly at promotional events, retail activations, pop-up campaigns, and live marketing events across Chicago. You'll be responsible for engaging with customers face-to-face, promoting products and services, generating interest, and contributing to sales and customer acquisition goals.

This position offers a unique opportunity to develop practical skills in direct sales, customer service, relationship building, communication, lead generation, and event marketing while working alongside experienced sales and event professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting customers throughout the sales process
• Engage directly with customers and members of the public
• Creating positive and engaging customer interactions
• Supporting promotional events and live marketing campaigns
• Deliver product and service information in a clear and professional manner
• Support customer acquisition and sales objectives through face-to-face interactions
• Build positive customer relationships and enhance brand awareness
• Assist with event setup, campaign execution, and promotional activities
• Generate customer interest, registrations, and sales opportunities
• Work collaboratively with event managers and sales team members
• Contribute to team sales targets and campaign performance goals

Key Skills & Qualities

This role provides comprehensive training and support, so we're looking for candidates with strong people skills, a positive attitude, confidence in working with others and who typically demonstrate:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude and professional approach
• Confidence interacting with customers in person
• Sales-minded and goal-oriented mentality
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
• Self-motivation and willingness to learn
• Customer-focused mindset
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

What You'll Gain

• Comprehensive sales and customer engagement training
• Real-world experience in direct sales and event marketing
• Opportunities to develop leadership and management skills
• Ongoing coaching and professional development
• A supportive and energetic team environment
• Clear progression opportunities based on performance
• Valuable experience that strengthens your resume and future career prospects
• Competitive weekly earnings plus performance-based bonuses

Why Join?

This role is particularly well-suited to entry-level professionals, career starters, career changers, and individuals looking for an opportunity to build transferable skills in sales, marketing, customer relations, and business development.

Location:

Chicago, IL

Position Type:

Full-Time, On-Site

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Shortlisted applicants can expect to be contacted within 1–3 business days.