Charlotte StrEATs is seeking a driven and connected Sales Representative to join our team and sell sponsorships and vendor booth opportunities for our upcoming 2026 event.

Location: Remote position, but residence in Charlotte, NC, or the surrounding area is required.
Compensation: Commission-based + performance bonuses.

Charlotte StrEATs Festival is a nationally recognized, woman-owned celebration of the Queen City’s vibrant culinary scene. Each April, we bring together top chefs, diverse neighborhoods, and thousands of food lovers for a weekend of flavor and community. We’re passionate about highlighting Charlotte’s food identity and supporting our city’s culinary talent.

Role Overview

As the Sales Representative, you’ll be responsible for identifying, pitching, and closing sponsorship and vendor sales. You will work independently, using both provided leads and your own network to meet and exceed sales targets.

This is a commission-based, contractor role, ideal for someone who understands events, local/regional marketing, and the value of face-to-face brand experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Sell event sponsorships (e.g., brand activations, logo placements, on-site integrations).
• Sell vendor booth spaces in our artisan market.
• Manage the full sales cycle — prospecting, pitching, negotiating, and closing.
• Work from a combination of provided leads (soft leads) and self-generated prospects.
• Maintain regular communication and reporting with the Charlotte StrEATs team.
• Prepare and send sponsorship/vendor agreements, and ensure they are signed and returned in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate sales records, deal statuses, and communication logs.
• Coordinate with the internal team to ensure proper invoicing, onboarding, and fulfillment of sponsor/vendor deliverables

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in event sponsorship or vendor sales, preferably in festivals, food/beverage, or lifestyle events.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and hit goals.
• Knowledge of the Charlotte business and culinary scene is a major plus.
• Comfortable working as a 1099 contractor with a flexible schedule.

Timeline & Application

This is a part-time, contract position running through April 2026, with sales efforts concentrated between now and February 2026.

To apply, fill out our Google Form below.