Event Sales Representative - Chicago, IL Area

Event Sales Representative We’re seeking an Event Sales Representative responsible for interacting directly with homeowners at community events, festivals, and home shows across the area. Your goal is to generate leads and appointments for our sales team while representing the brand with professionalism and enthusiasm. This entry-level, part-time position offers paid training and a chance to build valuable skills in sales, negotiation, strategic planning and closing techniques. It’s a great opportunity to explore your creative side of communication while having fun with the 3rd largest home remodeling company in the country. We value customer-facing experience in any industry. While backgrounds in areas such as sales, hospitality, retail, food service, education, or service are common examples, we welcome experience from any role that involves strong communication, adaptability, and interpersonal skills—qualities that are essential for success in this position. While direct event marketing experience is a plus, it is not required. Typical Event Day Overview Location/Transportation Requirements: Event Sales Representative must travel to various event locations such as home shows, community festivals, craft shows, and other local events with high foottraffic; typically within a designated region. Reliable transportation is essential to ensure timely and consistent attendance. Setup & Physical Requirements: Event Sales Representative is expected to set up branded booths or displays, which may include signage, promotional materials, and product samples. This role requires the ability to lift and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds as part of the setup and teardown process. Engagement: Throughout the event, representatives actively approach attendees or shoppers, initiate conversations, and introduce the company’s products or services. Lead Capture: Gather customer information, answer questions, and qualify leads for follow-up by the sales team. Brand Representation: Representatives maintain a professional, friendly demeanor and ensure the brand is positively represented. Duration: Events typically last several hours, often requiring agents to stand and interact continuously for up to 8 hours. Schedule: Most events occur on weekends or evenings to align with peak attendance times. We’re hiring in the Chicagometro region and surrounding areas. Core Role Responsibilities Enthusiastic communication with a customer audience to generate complimentary in‑home appointments for homeowners to help generate revenue for the company. Create on-site event buzz and promote brand knowledge by following prescribed Window Nation procedures and messaging. Use qualifying sheets and scripts to resolve customer questions and concerns. Adjust on‑site event marketing and sales tactics according to current KPI targets and results as needed. Daily set‑up, maintenance, operation, and presentation of on‑site event marketing programs to ensure maximum exposure of the Window Nation brand. Work is performed in an event environment (Home Shows; Craft Shows; Local Farmer Markets, etc.) which requires the ability to stand for long periods of time. The events are at various places in the local area; it is expected that you can be at the event on time to set up the marketing collateral and stay through the event and break down the same marketing collateral. This role is a part‑time event agent role that requires you to work a schedule consisting of weekdays and weekends. Basic Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Requires the ability to stand for long periods of time; up to 6 hours during event. Preferred Qualifications 1+ years’ experience of sales, lead generation, or similar experience. Ability to effectively present information to customers and employees of the organization in one‑on‑one, small, and large group settings. Fluency in a second language is considered an asset, though not a disqualifier. Additional Job Requirements This role involves standing for extended periods (up to 8 hours) during events and requires availability to work evenings and weekends as part of regular business operations. Reliable transportation is necessary to travel to and from event locations. Candidates should be available to work approximately 10‑30 hours per week. While actual hours may vary based on business needs, applicants must be available for a minimum of two weekends per month (Friday through Sunday). What We Offer Paid training Competitive pay starting plus uncapped commissions (up to $50 per lead) Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company A supportive team culture where your contributions matter Mileage reimbursement at 49 cents per mile (Mileage is reimbursed for round‑trip travel from your home address to the event location). This job is similar to: Retail Sales Associate, Brand Ambassador, Field Marketing Representative, Event Coordinator, Product Demonstrator, Retail Sales Associate, Store Promotions Coordinator, Customer Engagement Specialist, Trade Show Representative. Window Nation cultivates a culture of inclusion that respects our employees’ individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make us a better team – one that makes good decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. At this time, Window Nation is unable to provide sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co