Demonstrators and Promoters


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Demonstrators and Promoters

Demonstrators and Promoters - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, demonstrators and promoters:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Communicate mostly by face-to-face discussions and telephone. They also write e-mails and reports, but less often.
  • Sometimes work as part of a team.
  • Have a high level of social contact. They work constantly with the public.
  • Occasionally deal with unpleasant or rude members of the public.

Physical Work Conditions

  • May work indoors or outdoors.
  • Sometimes wear a costume to attract attention to their product or company.
  • Usually work physically near others, within a few feet.

Work Performance

  • Must be sure that all details of the job are done accurately. Errors could lose sales.
  • Sometimes make on-the-spot decisions that affect their company's reputation.
  • Work in a moderately stressful atmosphere in which sale quotas might be set.

Hours/Travel

  • Often work part time.
  • Often have short-term jobs that last less than six months.
  • May work long hours and have different schedules each week.
  • May work nights and weekends.
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  • Travel frequently to conferences or to visit customers.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.