Event Assistant

Atlas Empowered; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Company events

Competitive salary

Donation matching

Flexible schedule

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Atlas Empowered in Nashville is seeking an energetic Event Assistant to support community events and outreach programs. In this entry-level role, you will help create welcoming experiences, represent our nonprofit partners, and work with the public to promote programs.

Paid training is provided, with opportunities to grow into leadership and event coordination as you gain experience. Full-time schedule may include weekdays, evenings, and occasional weekends depending on event needs.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable personality.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Comfortable working with diverse groups of people.
• Team-oriented and willing to learn.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Adaptable and reliable in changing situations.
• Previous experience in events or outreach is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up and organizing community events.
• Represent our nonprofit and community programs professionally.
• Provide accurate information about programs and initiatives.
• Answer questions and create a positive experience for attendees.
• Support event activities and daily team goals.
• Work closely with team members and leadership.
• Maintain a professional and organized event environment.
• Complete basic daily activity and event reports.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Strong communicator

People-oriented

Team player

Organized

Adaptable

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Donation matching
• Flexible schedule
• Relocation bonus

We are looking for an energetic, dependable, and people-oriented Event Assistant to join our Nashville team.

As an Event Assistant, you will support community events and outreach programs while representing our nonprofit and community partners in a professional and positive way. You will work directly with the public, help create a welcoming event experience, and support the team with daily event operations.

This is an entry-level opportunity with paid training. No previous event experience is required—we are looking for individuals who are motivated to learn, communicate well, and take initiative.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with setting up and organizing community events
• Represent our nonprofit and community programs professionally
• Provide accurate information about programs and initiatives
• Answer questions and create a positive experience for attendees
• Support event activities and daily team goals
• Work closely with team members and leadership
• Maintain a professional and organized event environment
• Complete basic daily activity and event reports

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable meeting new people
• A strong communicator
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented and willing to learn
• Able to take direction and apply feedback
• Organized and responsible
• Motivated to grow professionally

Previous experience in events, hospitality, customer service, retail, fundraising, sales, or community outreach is a plus—but not required.

What We Offer

• Paid training
• Professional development
• Leadership development opportunities
• Advancement opportunities based on performance
• Hands-on experience in events and community outreach
• Opportunity to work with nonprofit and community programs

Growth Opportunities

We believe strong team members should have the opportunity to grow.

Successful Event Assistants can develop into additional responsibilities in event coordination, team leadership, training, recruiting, and management based on performance and demonstrated leadership.

Schedule

Full-time availability.

Schedule may include weekdays, evenings, and occasional weekends depending on event and program needs.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for an opportunity to build your communication, event, and leadership skills while working directly with the community, we’d love to hear from you.