Entry-Level Event Assistant

Pomona; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NextUp Talent is seeking an Entry-Level Event Assistant to join our on-site team in Houston. This hands-on role involves engaging customers at live events and retail activations, promoting brands, and contributing to sales goals.

You'll receive full training, work with a high-energy team, and have opportunities to grow into leadership roles as you develop your skills in sales, events, and brand representation.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• Energetic, reliable, and able to work in fast-paced environments.
• Interest in sales and marketing with a results-driven mindset.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers at live events and activations.
• Promote products and services with confidence and clarity.
• Drive sales and sign-ups through conversations.
• Represent client brands professionally and authentically.
• Understand customer needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Help set up event displays to maximize visibility and engagement.
• Track performance, feedback, and insights.

Skills

Communication skills

Face-to-face interaction

Outgoing personality

Sales interest

Team orientation

Willingness to learn

Job description

Entry-Level Event Assistant – Immediate Start

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

At NextUp Talent, we specialize in creating impactful, face-to-face customer experiences that drive real results. Through live events, retail activations, and pop-up campaigns across Houston, we help leading brands grow their presence and connect with their audience — one conversation at a time.

As we continue to expand, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and driven Entry-Level Event Assistant to join our team. This is a hands-on, on-site role where you’ll engage directly with customers, represent exciting brands, and contribute to measurable sales success.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Engaging with customers at live events and retail activations
• Promoting products and services with confidence and clarity
• Driving sales and sign-ups through meaningful conversations
• Representing client brands professionally and authentically
• Understanding customer needs and offering tailored solutions
• Helping set up event displays to maximize visibility and engagement
• Tracking performance, customer feedback, and key insights

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication skills and confidence in face-to-face interaction
• Outgoing, energetic, and comfortable in fast-paced environments
• A results-driven mindset with an interest in sales and marketing
• Self-motivated, reliable, and team-oriented
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a dynamic company

What You’ll Gain

• Full training and ongoing development from experienced leaders
• A supportive, high-energy team environment
• Clear progression opportunities into leadership and management roles
• Performance-based incentives and regular recognition

Start Your Career with NextUp Talent

If you’re ready to kick-start your career in sales, events, or brand representation — and enjoy working in people-focused environments — this is your opportunity to grow with a company that values ambition and performance.