A telemarketer is a professional responsible for making telephone calls as part of a sales prospecting campaign. They generally work for companies specializing in this field. This term is less commonly used in the recruitment sector due to its lack of prestige.

A telemarketer is a professional who handles telephone calls, both making (outbound calls) and receiving (inbound calls), in the fields of marketing and sales. Generally associated with making calls, telemarketers are often involved in activities such as appointment setting or telephone sales. This job is primarily performed in call centers, but it is also possible to work remotely from home.