Events Assistant | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Full-time, On-Site | Monday–Friday
If you are someone who enjoys engaging with people, keeping logistics on track, and seeing campaigns come together seamlessly from start to finish, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you. You will work across different event teams and business activations, helping coordinate venue setups, assist with direct consumer engagement, and make sure live promotions run smoothly and on schedule.
As our Events Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the planning, setup, and execution of live marketing and promotional events across the region. You will be involved in a range of brand initiatives, from live retail setups and trade shows to B2B promotional activations and community outreach programs. We're looking for someone who brings energetic enthusiasm while keeping a sharp eye on all the practical details.
What You'll Be Doing Day-to-Day
- Support Event Execution: Assist with planning, setting up, and delivering dynamic promotional events across various venue locations.
- Organize Materials & Assets: Prepare event collateral, display setups, inventory logs, and daily event schedules.
- Align Event Teams: Work closely with campaign leads and internal teams to ensure live events stay on schedule and fully equipped.
- Coordinate Event Meetings: Participate in daily team briefings, track action items, and follow up on event logistics.
- Engage Prospective Customers: Interact directly with event attendees, answer questions, present brand offerings, and drive customer participation.
- Resolve On-Site Roadblocks: Identify potential setup delays, inventory shortages, or venue issues and help implement practical, quick solutions.
- Liaise with Venue Partners: Connect with event hosts, site managers, and local vendors as required during activations.
- Support System & Process Rollouts: Assist with adopting updated registration tools, lead tracking applications, and reporting software.
- Improve Activation Workflows: Help review event setups and customer feedback to increase event engagement and efficiency.
- Prepare Event Summaries: Draft post-event reports, document campaign performance, and compile customer feedback.
- Track Event Resources: Monitor promotional merchandise, collateral stock, and setup equipment for each event.
- Maintain Event Records: Keep accurate logs of event schedules, inventory usage, and venue compliance guidelines.
Ideally, you'll have:
- Previous experience in event support, hospitality, retail, customer service, or brand promotion (motivated entry-level candidates with strong interpersonal skills are encouraged to apply!).
- Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time-management abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an approachable personality.
- Confidence engaging with diverse crowds, venue managers, and internal team members.
- The ability to adapt quickly, manage competing priorities, and meet tight event deadlines.
- Great attention to detail and a practical, positive approach to problem-solving.
- A proactive attitude and eagerness to take initiative on-site.
- Confidence using basic computer applications, spreadsheets, and digital event tools.
- A positive, adaptable mindset and willingness to jump in wherever help is needed.
- Qualifications in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, or Business are an advantage but not essential.
Why Join Us in Fort Lauderdale?
- Variety in Your Daily Work: Get involved in diverse events across different venues, industries, and campaign styles.
- Hands-On Experience: Build practical event management, promotional, and commercial skills on real campaigns.
- Career Development: Learn from experienced campaign directors and build confidence coordinating live event logistics.
- Supportive & Fun Culture: Work with energetic colleagues who value collaboration, clear communication, and celebrating wins.
- Opportunity to Contribute: Bring your creative ideas, share customer feedback, and help design better event experiences.
- Room to Grow: Develop your event coordination skills and step up into Event Manager or Campaign Lead roles as your experience expands.
Ready to Launch Your Event Career in Fort Lauderdale?
If you are looking to build your career in event coordination and enjoy a hands-on role where you can learn, contribute, and create memorable customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you.