Demonstrators and Product Promoters

Provide product samples, coupons, informational brochures, or other incentives to persuade people to buy products.

Sell products being promoted and keep records of sales.

Keep areas neat while working and return items to correct locations following demonstrations.

Demonstrate or explain products, methods, or services to persuade customers to purchase products or use services.

Record and report demonstration-related information, such as the number of questions asked by the audience or the number of coupons distributed.

Suggest specific product purchases to meet customers' needs.

Research or investigate products to be presented to prepare for demonstrations.

Set up and arrange displays or demonstration areas to attract the attention of prospective customers.

Identify interested and qualified customers to provide them with additional information.

Visit trade shows, stores, community organizations, or other venues to demonstrate products or services or to answer questions from potential customers.

Transport, assemble, and disassemble materials used in presentations.

Practice demonstrations to ensure that they will run smoothly.

Learn about competitors' products or consumers' interests or concerns to answer questions or provide more complete information.

Instruct customers in alteration of products.

Prepare or alter presentation contents to target specific audiences.

Stock shelves with products.

Work as part of a team of demonstrators to accommodate large crowds.

Provide product information, using lectures, films, charts, or slide shows.

Train demonstrators to present a company's products or services.

Recommend product or service improvements to employers.

Contact businesses or civic establishments to arrange to exhibit and sell merchandise.

Write articles or pamphlets about products.

Wear costumes or sign boards and walk in public to promote merchandise, services, or events.

Develop lists of prospective clients from sources such as newspaper items, company records, local merchants, or customers.