Promotions Assistant – can be customized for FT or PT

JOB TITLE: Promotions Assistant

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

ROLE TYPE/DURATION: Part-Time

COMPENSATION: Hourly

DEPARTMENT: Promotions (WKQX, WLS-FM & WLS-AM)

JOB SUMMARY: This position requires an engaged, energetic, and detail-oriented individual to join our street team, and gain experience in event planning, marketing, and the radio & media industry!

Our Promotion Assistants (PAs) prep, plan and manage events to drive awareness through listener interaction and event marketing for all three Cumulus Chicago radio stations, including 94.7 WLS – Classic Hits, 101WKQX – Alternative, and WLS AM 890 – News/Talk.

The ideal individual is eager, helpful, aware, approachable and will learn to anticipate and respond to attendee, client, or artist needs. They can initiate conversations and connect with fans/attendees by communicating in a genuine and articulate way for each radio station. Every week is different, and hours vary depending on the season.

Responsibilities:

• Execute station and sales promotional events (ticket drops, appearances, pop-ups, guerilla marketing, concerts, festivals, games, community, live broadcasts, etc.).
• Represent each radio station in the best light.
• Create listener and client satisfaction through superior customer service and attention to detail.
• Correspond with clients, vendors and/or venue organization at concerts and promotional events to ensure that all needs are met.
• Assist in winner correspondence and fulfillment including logging prize winners and distributing prizes.
• Assist in maintenance of station vehicles and make sure they are in safe working order.

Requirements:

• Outgoing and upbeat personality is a MUST!
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with the public, coworkers, clients and vendors.
• Ability to work independently and operate effectively in high-pressure, time-critical situations
• Be able to work 20-30 hours/per week. Various hours including nights and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license with exceptional driving record
• Ability to multi-task and work long and varied hours
• Marketing, promotions, or event background or interest

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