Event Sales Assistant (Minneapolis)

Event Sales Assistant

If you’re someone who prefers being out engaging with people rather than sitting behind a desk all day, this opportunity offers a fast-paced, interactive environment where your communication skills are front and center.

We are hiring an Event Sales Assistant to support live campaigns and customer acquisition efforts through face-to-face event-based sales. This position involves representing products and services directly to customers, creating interest, answering questions, and closing sales in person. You’ll start your day coordinating with the team before heading out to event locations, retail pop-ups, or community sites where you will interact directly with customers. This is a customer-facing role where confidence, professionalism, and the ability to build rapport quickly are essential.

What the Role Involves · Engaging customers face-to-face at events and promotional sites · Introducing products and services in a clear and engaging way · Identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate solutions · Completing sales transactions and achieving individual targets · Representing client brands professionally at all times · Providing insight and feedback from live customer interactions Sales is a core part of this position. Success in this role comes from being comfortable initiating conversations, handling objections, and confidently guiding customers through purchasing decisions. Full product and sales training is provided. We are not looking for extensive experience — we are looking for strong people skills, a positive mindset, and individuals who enjoy speaking with customers in person.

Who Would Thrive Here · Individuals who enjoy high-energy, interactive environments · Confident communicators who are comfortable in customer-facing situations · Self-motivated and target-driven personalities · People eager to gain hands-on experience in sales · Team players who bring enthusiasm and professionalism This opportunity offers real-world business experience, structured coaching, and performance-based progression. The position is with Minnesota Canvas and is focused on delivering impactful, in-person customer experiences through live events.

Application Process Applications will be reviewed by our team, and selected candidates will be contacted directly to arrange the next stage of the hiring process. Please ensure your contact details are accurate when applying. If you are ready for a role that keeps you active, social, and developing valuable sales skills, we encourage you to apply.