Events Sales & Marketing Associate

The Catalyst Corporation; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay

Bonuses

Growth opportunities into leadership

Team-oriented culture

Networking, travel and development

Job summary

The Catalyst Corporation in Des Plaines, IL is seeking an Event Coordinator Trainee to support retail promotions and live marketing events. This entry-level role offers hands-on training in event logistics, customer engagement, and brand promotions.

You will assist with setup, coordinate operations, and interact with customers to promote products, while learning from a supportive team. Weekly pay and a mentorship-focused environment help you grow into leadership roles within events and

Qualifications

• Outgoing, positive demeanor and comfortable interacting with people.
• Organized with ability to multitask in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic.
• Previous experience in customer service, events, retail, or promotions is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setup, coordination, and breakdown at retail and promotional locations
• Support day-to-day event operations to ensure a smooth and engaging customer experience
• Represent client brands through face-to-face customer interactions
• Promote products, services, and current promotions in a professional and energetic manner
• Help coordinate event materials, displays, and promotional assets
• Track customer engagement and campaign performance metrics
• Collaborate with team members to support event goals and brand visibility

Skills

Outgoing personality

Organized

Strong communication

Team player

Customer service oriented

Job description

Are you passionate about creating engaging experiences and connecting with people? The Catalyst Corporation is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Events Sales & Marketing Associate to support retail promotions and live marketing events. If you’re ready to gain hands‑on experience in event coordination, customer engagement, and brand promotions, this is a great opportunity to jumpstart your career.

About the Role

As an Event Coordinator Trainee, you’ll assist with the planning and execution of retail-based marketing events designed to increase brand awareness and customer engagement. This entry-level role offers hands‑on training in event logistics, promotions, and face‑to‑face marketing while working alongside an energetic and supportive team.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with event setup, coordination, and breakdown at retail and promotional locations
• Support day-to-day event operations to ensure a smooth and engaging customer experience
• Represent client brands through face‑to‑face customer interactions
• Promote products, services, and current promotions in a professional and energetic manner
• Help coordinate event materials, displays, and promotional assets
• Track customer engagement and campaign performance metrics
• Collaborate with team members to support event goals and brand visibility

Who You Are:

• Outgoing, positive, and comfortable working with people
• Organized and able to multitask in fast‑paced environments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Eager to learn and grow within event marketing and promotions
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Previous experience in customer service, events, retail, or promotions is a plus, but not required

Why Join The Catalyst Corporation:

• Paid training and hands‑on mentorship
• Weekly pay plus performance-based bonuses
• Growth opportunities into leadership and management roles
• Fun, team‑oriented company culture
• Opportunities for networking, travel, and professional development
• Real-world experience in event coordination and retail marketing