The 816 is hiring an Event Assistant in Kansas City, MO. The Event Assistant will proactively build client relationships while consistently achieving and exceeding revenue objectives. The role includes driving marketing strategies and building brand awareness with industry partners. The ideal candidate will have experience in sales or marketing, be well organized and possess excellent attention to detail. The ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members is essential. If you are an excellent communicator with an eye for detail this may be the perfect position for you.

Event Assistant Responsibilities:

· Responsible for achieving sales goals and executing sales plans within an assigned sales territory

· Responsible for communicating with distribution partners

· Maintain and establish customers with an account list, both new and existing partners

· Implement creative sales strategies in order to meet channel needs

· Prepare presentations, and conduct product demonstrations

· May prospect for new channel opportunities

· Work with industry partners and attend professional trade events to support and build brand awareness

· Help establish specific brand voices

· Generate/Create original campaign prompts

Event Assistant Candidate Requirements:

· Associates degree or equivalent years of professional experience in content creation

· Superior communication skills

· Must have access to reliable transportation to our offices in Kansas City

· Prior experience in business development, sales or marketing

· Well-versed in the usage of pos systems

· Professional demeanor when communicating with peers and clients

Benefits

· Competitive pay and flexible scheduling

· Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

· Chance to make a real impact in helping brands establish an ethos

Please submit your resumé or portfolio to begin the application process.