Experiential Marketing Assistant

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$23/hr – $25/hrEntry Level2+ years expContract

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive admin and coordination for experiential activations, supporting the Experiential Marketing Manager across emails, vendor communications, and guest lists.

  • Must-have: 1–2 years in administrative support, event coordination, or related field.
  • Standout: Experience supporting sponsorships or brand partnerships.
  • Proactive communicator with strong organization and attention to detail.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Respond to event-related emails on behalf of the Experiential Marketing Manager
  • Manage communications with sponsors, vendors, and event partners
  • Draft and send follow-up emails, confirmations, and event updates
  • Track and respond to RSVP inquiries and guest list questions
  • Keep Experiential Marketing Manager informed of all communications and updates
  • Assist with responding to sponsorship inquiries
  • Coordinate with vendors on timelines, deliverables, and logistics
  • Follow up on vendor contracts, quotes, and payment schedules
  • Track vendor confirmations and maintain organized records
  • Assist with planning and coordination for smaller brand activations

Requirements

  • 1-2 years of experience in administrative support, event coordination, marketing, or related field
  • Excellent written communication skills with professional email etiquette
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets for tracking and reporting
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
  • Proactive communicator who checks in regularly and asks clarifying questions
  • Reliable, responsive, and able to work independently
  • Passion for wellness, Black women's health, and community engagement

Preferred

  • Experience working with sponsors or brand partnerships
  • Familiarity with experiential marketing or event coordination
  • Background in wellness, beauty, or consumer goods industries
  • Based in Chicago or surrounding area (for occasional in-person support)

Benefits

  • Part-time, flexible schedule (15-20 hours per week)
  • Opportunity to learn experiential marketing from an experienced manager
  • Exposure to high-profile events like Essence Fest, Afro Tech, and wellness expos
  • Work with a mission-driven brand dedicated to Black women's wellness

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
543.8K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$10
Traffic Source Mix
Search
24.3%
Direct
60.5%
Referral
5.5%
Social
7%
Paid
2.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~14

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
5 (36% of company)