Sales Development Representative

Sales Development Representative at Mansueto Ventures

Inc. & Fast Company is seeking a highly motivated Freelance Sales Development Representative (SDR) to help drive membership growth across our membership programs. This 3‑month contract position will require weekly in‑office presence on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at our corporate office at 7 World Trade Center, New York, NY. Hourly rate: $25 (40 hrs a week) and commission eligible. Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, industry, and education.

You’ll learn how modern sales works—how to identify prospects, start smart conversations, build confidence on the phone, and understand how revenue is generated inside a media and membership business. You will have the chance to learn the role, build skills, and see if sales is the right path for you. The ideal candidate is curious, energetic, and willing to learn by doing.

• Reach out to prospective members via email, phone, and Linked In
• Learn how to research, qualify, and engage senior business leaders
• Book and prepare qualified sales calls for the membership team
• Track outreach and results using sales tools and CRM system
• Receive regular coaching, feedback, and performance support

• How outbound sales really works
• How to speak confidently with executives and founders
• How sales pipelines and conversion metrics function
• How sales, marketing, and product teams collaborate
• Transferable skills useful across many business roles

• Are early in your career or exploring a career change
• Enjoy talking to people and building relationships
• Are motivated by clear goals
• Want real responsibility—not just shadowing
• Value feedback and continuous improvement

• 0–2 years of experience in sales or customer‑facing roles
• Strong communication skills
• Coachable, organized, and reliable
• Comfortable learning new tools like Linked In Sales Navigator and CRM systems

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Mansueto Ventures’ mission is to empower and inspire innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders through compelling journalism, diverse conversations, and creative initiatives that celebrate excellence in business. Our workplace strives for excellence, respect, integrity, inclusion, and transparency in all we do. We value feedback from all corners of the organization, and we collaborate with colleagues to craft company policies and benefits.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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