Banterr Field Activation Lead

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$1K/mo – $1K/moMid LevelPart time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own local event activation operations in Chicago, driving hands-on outreach, logistics, and on-site execution to generate recurring venue and campus-based activations.

  • Drive end-to-end activation pipeline: identify venues, pitch, book dates, and coordinate on-site elements.
  • Build campus ambassador and Greek life networks at Northwestern, DePaul, Loyola, and U Chicago to sustain a recurring events program.
  • Lead on-site presence at events, ensure smooth run-of-show, prizes, branding, and coverage.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Source and pitch bars, restaurants, and venues in our target neighborhoods for recurring activation slots (trivia nights, themed events, takeovers)
  • Cold outreach to venue managers, GMs, and event coordinators — and follow up until you get an answer
  • Coordinate logistics: dates, run-of-show, prizes, signage, host/MC, photographer
  • Build a pipeline of campus ambassadors and Greek life contacts at Northwestern, DePaul, Loyola, U Chicago
  • Recruit and brief street teams for event nights
  • Partner with micro-influencers and local community groups (run clubs, social leagues, alumni groups) for co-hosted events
  • Track everything in a simple pipeline — who you contacted, when, status, next step
  • Show up to events to make sure they run well

Requirements

  • Live in Chicago and know the bar/nightlife scene firsthand
  • Have done event promotion, brand activations, experiential marketing, or campus marketing before

Preferred

  • Bonus if it’s for a consumer app, beverage brand, or nightlife concept
  • Have an existing network of venue contacts, promoters, or campus reps (huge plus)