Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta
Lake Bluff, IL

Overview


Weekly Pay
Flexible Schedule
Fun Work Environment
Career Advancement Opportunities

Non-Alcohol $17 per hour

Alcohol $20 per hour

Must be 21


This part time associate promotes alcohol products for suppliers at multiple Target locations within a geography. Brand Ambassadors introduce customers to new and exciting items and brands. Customer service, Food handling, bartender, server, cashier, stocker, demonstrator, brand ambassador, or brand advocate experience is beneficial but not required. All expenses are covered and equipment is located within each Target location.


Overview:

As a Brand Ambassador, the associate will be performing the role of a dedicated and enthusiastic user of the product(s) he or she is promoting and therefore must meet certain attribute-specific requirements in order to effectively and convincingly perform the role. These events will be staffed through auditions, and selection will be based on best match with the attribute-specific requirements of the client.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
  • Can effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
  • Has the desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and influence buying decisions on the product with the consumer, in a positive manner.
  • Role is performed during in-store and/or offsite/special events.
  • Supplies/provides materials such as product brochures and/or samples.
  • Can maintain a clean, sterile and safe workstation using cleaning products.
  • Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
  • Properly sets up and prepares for event execution.
  • Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
  • Takes photographs to document event success stories as required.
  • Assists with preparation for client visits.
  • Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
  • Train store personnel on promoting product features and benefits.
  • Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
  • Prepares and submits all on-line requirements on the same day as event execution.


For the Part-Time (PT) role only, the anticipated hours are not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company does maintain the discretion to change the role based on the needs of the business and/or the client.


This job description does not imply that the above functions are the only tasks that may be performed. Individuals will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related tasks as directed by management.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.


Additional Requirements:


Education/Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Beauty, skincare, and/or fitness enthusiasts preferred.


Computer Skills: Proficient use of a Personal Computer and familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook.


Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Local Food handlers permit may be required.


Physical Demands: The associate may be regularly required to: Stand up to 8 hours at a time; Walk; Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms (including reaching overhead); Talk and hear; Visual ability to read instructions and perform events; Stoop; Kneel; Crouch; Climb (including use of a 6’ ladder); Balance; Lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds); Move and set up a display weighing 50 to 100 pounds not including supplies and product; Be in contact with cleaning supplies


Physical Appearance: Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming is in order. The associate must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance. Specific Retailer Dress code requirements are included in the training documents. Tattoos must not be visible while the associate is engaged in their work assignments.


Supervisory Responsibilities: None.


Work Environment: Retail store environment; some possible offsite event locations.


Language Skills: English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Minimum Education Requirements:

  • High School Diploma

Experience Requirement:

  • One year of sales experience

Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements:

  • Outgoing good communicator
  • Must be able to stand for 4 hours
  • Must have a computer/laptop or tablet at home.

Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey.


As a full-service marketing agency, we specialize in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Our mission is to deliver brand solutions that connect products to the right target at the right time, effectively moving consumers down the conversion funnel.


With over 10,000 experts in the field and more than 150 corporate employees, we have a range of talents and experience that redefine what it means to be a marketing agency. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to think big, grow their skills, and take their careers to the next level. Join Product Connections and discover a workplace where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt—let’s build something great together.


Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected]. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.


Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.


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Posted 2026-01-09

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