Startup Event Ambassador (Paid + Flexible)
About the role
We’re building a new kind of social network focused more on commerce than content. We’re expanding our presence at startup, investor, technology, and networking events across the nation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Starting conversations
- Describing the platform at a high level
- Encouraging interested people to scan a QR code to sign up
- Identifying strong leads
- Representing the brand professionally at events
Your Exact Script
When asked about the company, this is what you say – like literally: We're a stealth startup with a team of 30+ launching something special soon. What I can say is that it's a new kind of social network – less about content, more about commerce but not just shopping. The platform is designed to tap into existing behavior and positioned to grow independent of economic uncertainty.
The Ask
- For investors: Would you like to be on a short list for early access with preferred terms?
- For non-investors: Would you like to be on a short list for early access?
Your Playbook
- Find and attend events using tools such as Lu.ma, Meetup, Eventbrite
- Ask questions, people love talking about themselves
- Strike up conversations (with the script above)
- Invite prospective investors and founders to join our “first look shortlist”; present a QR code to streamline sign up and collect their phone number and email
- Ask for referrals and invitations to other public or private events
- Pass on leads to our team to qualify and engage
Compensation
- $25/hour
- Performance bonuses for qualified signups/leads
- Paid event shifts
Potential Earnings
Startup events can range from 2–4 hours. We’re looking for a minimum of 5 qualified leads per hour worked. High performers can earn substantial bonuses on top of hourly pay.
Ideal Backgrounds
- Brand ambassadors
- Trade show staff
- Hospitality workers
- Event staff
- Promotional models
- College ambassadors
- Actors/performers
- Outgoing students
- SDRs/BDRs
- Networking-oriented people
What We’re Looking For
- You do NOT need startup or investor experience. We care far more about energy, communication skills, and reliability than formal experience.
- People who tend to do well in this role include: Brand ambassadors, Trade show staff, Hospitality workers, Event staff, Promotional models, College ambassadors, Actors/performers, Outgoing students, SDRs/BDRs, Networking-oriented people
Bonus Points
- If you have experience with startup events
- Real estate networking
- Tech conferences
- Street team marketing
- Lead generation
- Experiential marketing
Schedule
- Flexible / part-time
- Primarily evenings and weekends
- Event-based scheduling
- Opportunities for recurring work
Location
- Major US Cities
Growth Opportunity
Strong Performers May Have Opportunities To Grow Into Community Growth, Partnerships, Investor Relations, Business Development