How to hire a direct response consultant

How to hire a direct response consultant, step by step

Here's a step-by-step direct response consultant hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a direct response consultant job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new direct response consultant
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The direct response consultant hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect direct response consultant also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents direct response consultant salaries for various positions.

   Type of Direct Response Consultant	Description	Hourly rate
   Direct Response Consultant	Fundraisers organize events and campaigns to raise money and other donations for an organization. They may design promotional materials and increase awareness of an organization’s work, goals, and financial needs.	$42-71
   Fundraising Internship	A fundraising intern has the opportunity to learn how to create fundraising events from beginning to execution. They also learn how to execute the best practices in fundraising events such as creating a cause, case statement, budget, functional database, and other important parameters... Show more	$13-23
   Major Donor Coordinator	The major function of a donor coordinator is to oversee the full implementation of activities such as fundraising or gift-giving. They manage all the transactions of the clients, donors, and volunteers, depending on the organization... Show more	$16-32

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Incident Response
   • Patients
   • Gap Analysis
   • Crisis Calls
   • Conference Calls
   • PHP
   • Crisis Situations
   • Direct Sales
   • Direct Response
   • Local Hospitals
   • Hippa
   • Business Development
   • Manpower
   • Product Knowledge

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Develop and manage national database driven direct program for Verio, a newly form company offering DSL and telecommunication services.
   • Provide SharePoint development and administration, budget and financial reporting; manage invoicing; and develop training manuals and user guides.
   • Develop external website utilizing Java script, PHP script, HTML, and CSS.
   • Develop comprehensive RFP responses and ROI models for accounts within module.
   • Used Powerpoint, uPerform, and SnagIt for ILT and e-learning.
   • Develop marketing programs for a variety of B2B and B2C clients.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your direct response consultant job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A direct response consultant salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, direct response consultants' average salary in nebraska is 48% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level direct response consultants earn 41% less than senior-level direct response consultants.
   • Certifications. A direct response consultant with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a direct response consultant's salary.

   Average direct response consultant salary

   $115,325yearly

   $55.44 hourly rate

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   Entry-level direct response consultant salary

   $88,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a direct response consultant job description

   A direct response consultant job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a direct response consultant job description:

   Direct response consultant job description example

   Listen, Learn and Make a match with Addison Group!
   
   Denver, CO
   Salary: 80-100k

   Addison Group is one of the fastest growing private staffing firms in America that specializes in contract and direct hire staffing, as well as consulting services. We have made “Best of Staffing” lists for multiple years and continue to enjoy many accolades in the industry!

   The role of the Direct Hire Recruiter is primarily responsible for prospecting both new candidates and clients for the division for which they are hired. Direct Hire Recruiters must be able to identify and network with prospective job seekers and develop recruiting strategies for specific open client positions. Direct Hire Recruiters research and identify prospective users of permanent staffing firms and develop a marketing plan to break into new clients and develop existing clients.

   What You’ll Do:

   • Identify, network and sell to potential candidates /job seekers through creative recruiting strategy
   • Research, identify and sell to potential business deals by contacting potential clients
   • Schedule and attend candidate interviews
   • Schedule and attend client meetings to generate new business and expand current business
   • Develop and maintain candidates and client relationships through cold calling/prospecting calls
   • Negotiate fees/ pay rates and close deals in accordance with company goals and expectations
   • Represent Addison in a professional and positive manner in all interactions, including networking events and other activities outside of normal business hours

   What We’re Looking For:

   • Four-year degree or equivalent
   • Professional oral and written communication skills
   • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
   • Capability to connect with others
   • Competitive spirit

   Our Values:

   Addison Group is dedicated to promoting a culture that provides a fun learning environment for each of its employees. We work hard, play hard, and understand the value and importance of both. We are built on the understanding and approach of People First, Process Second.

   Benefits:

   • Ability to create your own Healthcare package; BCBS medical, dental, and vision - it’s your choice!
   • 401(K) with up to 4% matching
   • Flexible PTO
   • Weekly pay with uncapped commissions
   • Pre-taxed commuter benefits, including Uber Pool
   • Addison Group Wellness Program
   • Annual Echelon Club trip for our top producers
   • Seasonal parties and events

   Training & Development:

   Our Learning & Development department is integral to the culture of Addison and plays a key role in employee growth at all levels. Addison Group’s Onboarding Accelerator/Mentorship program is about supporting new producers in order to strengthen each team, grow Addison, and grow our new employees. This program gives our employees the support they need from day one and gives our Accelerators early leadership experience.

   Please contact us today to learn more about this opportunity!
   
   Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
   
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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right direct response consultant for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your direct response consultant job on Zippia to find and recruit direct response consultant candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit direct response consultants, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new direct response consultant

   Once you've decided on a perfect direct response consultant candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new direct response consultant. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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