--- title: Event Marketing Assistant Entry Level at GEM description: GEM is hiring for the Event Marketing Assistant Entry Level role in Richmond, VA. Pays $42K–$58K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/event-marketing-assistant-entry-level-at-gem-01a113c1-4d7f-7908-af7e-91dbe176b136 date: 2026-10-07T01:18:15Z og_description: Join GEM as Event Marketing Assistant Entry Level in Richmond, VA. Pays $42K–$58K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/b5wjdp.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | GEM | | **Location** | Richmond, VA | | **Salary** | $42K/yr - $58K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 06, 2026 | ## Description We are actively hiring an energetic **Entry-Level** Event Marketing Assistant to join our growing **event marketing and brand promotions team**. This role is perfect for individuals looking to start a career in **event marketing, experiential marketing, brand promotions, or community outreach**. You’ll gain **hands-on experience** supporting live events, brand activations, community outreach initiatives, and promotional campaigns. **No prior experience is required**—we provide **paid training, mentorship, and clear advancement paths** into event management, marketing, and leadership roles. --- ### Key Responsibilities: - Assist with **event setup, execution, and breakdown** for live promotions and brand activations - Support **event logistics**, including equipment setup, vendor coordination, and guest registration - Help execute **brand activations** by managing signage, displays, promotional materials, and giveaways - Engage with event attendees to create **positive, memorable brand experiences** - Complete post-event tasks such as **attendance tracking, data entry, and reporting** - Represent partner brands in a **professional, energetic, and customer-focused** manner - Share feedback and ideas to help improve future **marketing and promotional campaigns** --- ### Ideal Candidate Profile: - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Organized and able to multitask in **fast-paced event environments** - Positive, team-oriented, and reliable attitude - Interest in **event coordination, marketing, promotions, or brand ambassador roles** - Must be **18+ and authorized to work in the U.S.** - **No experience required** — full paid training provided --- ### What We Offer: - **Paid training** and hands-on event marketing experience - Competitive pay with **performance-based bonuses** - **Full benefits package** including Medical, Dental, and Vision - Clear career advancement paths into **Event Management, Marketing, and Leadership** - Supportive, energetic, and collaborative team culture - Opportunities to work with **well-known brands and high-visibility events** --- ### Launch Your Event Marketing Career Today: Build real-world experience, develop in-demand skills, and grow with a company that invests in your success. **Apply now** to become an **Entry-Level Event Promotions Assistant** and help bring exciting events to life. ## Skills - Live Events - Event Management - Customer Focus - Brand Activation - Event Coordination - Logistics - Interpersonal Skills - Vendor Management - Data Entry - Multitasking - Community Outreach - Mentoring - Communication - Brand Ambassador - Event Setup - Campaign Management ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance ## Related - [Marketing & Growth jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/marketing-and-growth?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Marketing Programs & Operations jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/marketing-and-growth/marketing-programs-and-operations?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Marketing Specialist jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/marketing-and-growth/marketing-programs-and-operations/marketing-specialist?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Marketing Assistant / Associate jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/marketing-and-growth/marketing-programs-and-operations/marketing-specialist/marketing-assistant-associate?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Virginia](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 100339 jobs - [Marketing Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/media-and-communications/marketing-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 30866 jobs - [Richmond, VA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia/richmond?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 9343 jobs ## Related pages - [Virginia](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 100339 jobs - [Marketing Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/media-and-communications/marketing-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 30866 jobs - [Richmond, VA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/virginia/richmond?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 9343 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)