Entry-Level Event Assistant

NextUp Talent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NextUp Talent in Houston, TX is seeking an Entry-Level Event Assistant to engage customers at live events and activations. This on-site role focuses on direct interaction, product education, and driving sign-ups and sales.

You will receive comprehensive onboarding and mentorship, with opportunities for growth into leadership or client management, and performance-based incentives in a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role with no prior experience required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willing to learn and develop in sales and event marketing

Responsibilities

• Meeting and exceeding daily or weekly sales targets through direct interaction
• Clearly communicating product features, pricing, and value to drive customer decisions
• Representing client brands at live events and retail activations across Houston
• Driving product or service awareness with the goal of generating sales and sign-ups
• Initiating engaging conversations to understand customer needs and offer tailored solutions
• Providing a friendly, pressure-free experience that encourages long-term brand loyalty
• Supporting event setup and visual merchandising to maximize foot traffic and conversions
• Reporting on customer feedback, sales trends, and performance insights to leadership

Skills

Strong communication

Outgoing

Sales mindset

Reliable

Team-oriented

Job description

Entry-Level Event Assistant- Immediate Start wanted!

Location: Houston, TX | Full-Time | Entry-Level

At NextUp Talent, we create powerful face-to-face customer experiences that drive results and build real connections. Through live events, retail activations, and pop-up campaigns across Houston, our team helps top brands amplify their reach and increase their impact — one conversation at a time.

We’re currently expanding and looking for a driven Entry-Level Event Assistant to join our team. This is a dynamic, on-site role where you’ll engage directly with customers, represent standout brands, and contribute to measurable sales growth through in-person interaction.

What You'll Be Responsible For:

• Meeting and exceeding daily or weekly sales targets through direct interaction
• Clearly communicating product features, pricing, and value to drive customer decisions
• Representing client brands at live events and retail activations across Houston
• Driving product or service awareness with the goal of generating sales and sign-ups
• Initiating engaging conversations to understand customer needs and offer tailored solutions
• Providing a friendly, pressure-free experience that encourages long-term brand loyalty
• Supporting event setup and visual merchandising to maximize foot traffic and conversions
• Reporting on customer feedback, sales trends, and performance insights to leadership

What We're Looking For:

• Strong communication skills and a passion for face-to-face interaction
• Naturally outgoing and comfortable in high-traffic event environments
• Results-driven mindset with an interest in sales and customer acquisition
• Reliable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
• Willing to learn and excited about professional development opportunities

What You'll Gain:

• Comprehensive onboarding and training for all event-based responsibilities
• A supportive, people-first culture where your voice and effort matter
• Clear pathways for growth into leadership or client management roles
• Performance-based incentives and regular team recognition

If you’re looking to kick-start a career in sales, brand representation, or event marketing — and you thrive in face-to-face environments — NextUp Talent could be your next move.