Event Representative

People Science • Tinton Falls, NJ

11d

About The Position

The Event Representative is a customer-facing role representing a client’s brand at local community events, festivals, gatherings, networking functions, and promotional activities. The representative builds relationships with community members, local businesses, and organizations; introduces customers to products and services; and helps customers find solutions that meet their needs. The role supports business growth by generating leads, identifying opportunities, and working toward sales goals.

The position also helps plan, coordinate, and execute community events, pop-up promotions, sponsorships, and outreach initiatives. The representative works with marketing, sales, and local leadership, supports event staffing and setup, tracks customer interactions and results, and provides welcoming customer experiences. Events may take place in different environments and require evening and weekend availability, standing and walking for extended periods, and moving event supplies during setup and breakdown.

Requirements

• Strong people skills and enthusiasm for meeting people, starting conversations, and building relationships.
• Sales-minded approach and ability to work toward goals and turn customer interactions into opportunities.
• Confident communication with customers, community leaders, and business partners.
• Self-motivation, reliability, initiative, and organizational ability; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptability and energy to participate in events in different environments.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as events require.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events.
• Ability to move event materials, equipment, and supplies for setup and breakdown.
• Reliable personal vehicle where applicable, valid driver's license, car insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in sales, event coordination, customer service, marketing, or community outreach is preferred.
• An associate or bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent the client at local events, festivals, community gatherings, networking functions, and promotional activities.
• Engage with community members, local businesses, and organizations to build relationships and expand brand awareness.
• Introduce potential customers to products and services, identify their needs, and help them find appropriate solutions.
• Help plan, coordinate, and execute community events, pop-up promotions, sponsorships, and outreach initiatives.
• Generate leads, identify new business opportunities, and work toward individual and team sales goals.
• Partner with marketing and local leadership to identify opportunities to connect with customers and grow the business.
• Provide a positive customer experience and connect customers with appropriate teams when additional support is needed.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and leadership teams, share best practices, and support new team members.
• Help coordinate event staffing, materials, and setup, and track customer interactions, leads, and sales results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed