Marketing & Events Assistant — Mentorship + Growth Path

Global Events Marketing; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete training

Fast-track career advancement

High-energy team culture

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Global Events Marketing is seeking an energetic Marketing & Promotions Assistant to join our event marketing team in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area. This entry-level role involves representing client brands, supporting local promotional events, and gaining hands-on mentorship from day one.

You'll engage with attendees, help with brand activations, and learn essential skills in communication, teamwork, and event operations in a fast-paced environment. No prior marketing experience required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor.
• Strong work ethic with a desire to learn leadership and mentorship.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• High school diploma; college degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, execution, and breakdown of local brand activations and events.
• Engage attendees, deliver key messaging, and build community connections.
• Monitor customer engagement and collect onsite feedback to improve future campaigns.
• Participate in daily strategy meetings and leadership development workshops.

Skills

Excellent communication

Friendly demeanor

Strong work ethic

Team-oriented

Willingness to learn leadership

Education

High school diploma

College degree in Marketing/Communications/Business (preferred)

Job description

Global Events Marketing is seeking an energetic Marketing & Promotions Assistant to join our event marketing team in the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area. This entry-level role involves representing client brands, supporting local promotional events, and gaining hands-on mentorship from day one.

You'll engage with attendees, help with brand activations, and learn essential skills in communication, teamwork, and event operations in a fast-paced environment. No prior marketing experience required.