We are seeking an outgoing and results-oriented Event Specialist to participate in promotional events that connect prospective customers with featured products and services. This position focuses on creating engaging customer experiences presenting promotional offerings and supporting sales activity through direct face-to-face interactions.
The Event Specialist will work at scheduled pop-up events and promotional locations engaging attendees introducing available products and assisting interested customers with purchasing or enrollment decisions. The ideal candidate is confident approaching new people enjoys working in an energetic environment and can communicate product information in a clear and compelling manner.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in scheduled pop-up events promotional showcases and customer outreach activities.
Engage event attendees and introduce featured products services and promotional offers.
Initiate conversations with prospective customers to generate interest in available offerings.
Identify customer preferences and recommend relevant products or service options.
Present product features benefits and available packages through individual discussions.
Conduct demonstrations and explain product functionality when applicable.
Communicate pricing promotional terms and purchasing requirements accurately.
Answer questions and address common concerns during customer conversations.
Assist interested customers with product selection and purchasing decisions.
Guide customers through applicable order registration or enrollment procedures.
Support daily event sales and customer acquisition objectives.
Encourage participation in product presentations and promotional activities.
Maintain an engaging and professional presence throughout scheduled events.
Adapt product presentations based on customer interests and responses.
Assist with preparing promotional stations product materials and customer resources.
Ensure promotional displays remain organized accessible and visually presentable.
Communicate customer feedback and purchasing trends to team members.
Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and completed sales activity when required.
Collaborate with colleagues to maintain effective customer engagement during busy event periods.
Follow established guidelines for promotional messaging customer communication and sales documentation.
Requirements
Bachelors degree or 12 years of experience in sales events marketing customer engagement hospitality or a related field.
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Confident and comfortable approaching prospective customers.
Ability to present products and services in an engaging and persuasive manner.
Strong listening skills and ability to identify customer interests.
Comfortable discussing promotional offers pricing and purchasing options.
Professional energetic and approachable communication style.
Ability to remain productive in active customer-facing event environments.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Comfortable working toward established sales and customer engagement objectives.
Willingness to learn new products services and promotional programs.
Dependable and able to follow assigned event schedules.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
Previous experience in promotional sales customer-facing events or product demonstrations is helpful but not required.
Benefits
Structured onboarding and product-specific training.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Participation in a variety of local promotional events.
Hands-on experience with customer engagement and sales activities.
Established promotional resources and presentation materials.
Regular team activities and employee recognition programs.
Professional environment focused on customer interaction teamwork and sales performance.
New York NY
Required Skills:
What Were Looking For The ideal candidate is organized detail-oriented and able to communicate effectively with different teams and contacts. You should be comfortable working in an environment where priorities and projects may change throughout the day. Strong candidates will bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organization and attention to detail Good time-management and prioritization skills Professional communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage several assignments at the same time Reliable follow-through on projects and deadlines Ability to work independently and collaboratively Strong problem-solving skills Comfort working with standard office and business software Previous experience in marketing communications events promotions customer-facing work administrative support or a related area is helpful but not required.