Event Sales & Marketing Manager

BEAT THE BOMB; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in immersive entertainment is seeking an Event Sales & Marketing Manager to drive corporate events and local marketing initiatives. The role requires strong networking and organizational skills, with a competitive salary and commission structure. Join a dynamic team in Houston to create memorable experiences for clients.

Benefits

Paid time off

401k

Referral bonuses

Professional development stipend

Insurance

Transit benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts for friends & family

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in Marketing and Sales, preferably in hospitality or entertainment.
• Event sales experience is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate qualified leads for corporate events and school trips.
• Collaborate on local marketing strategies and develop marketing calendars.

Skills

Communication

Networking

Organization

Self-motivation

Tools

GSuite

Tripleseat

Job description

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

The Company BEAT THE BOMB is the next generation of immersive group entertainment, where customers step into real-life video games. We use an innovative digital, interactive game system to reimagine the intersection of technology and human social connection. Our Mission experience involves teams in hazmat suits navigating interactive game rooms, including a laser maze, culminating in the World's Largest Paint, Slime, and Foam Bomb! Since opening our Brooklyn location in 2018, we now have venues in Atlanta, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Charlotte, Houston, and Denver. We've hosted over 300,000 players, including corporate team building, school groups, and non-profits. Beat The Bomb is highly rated across markets, offering experiences like STEM Camps, Birthday parties, Corporate Tournaments, and Bachelorette parties. We also provide a virtual team building platform, Beat The Bomb Virtual, for remote teams worldwide.

The Houston Location: Located in the historic Fifth Ward, this 10,000+ sq ft venue opened in January 2025. It features our Mission experiences, arcade lounges, street food, a full bar, a beer garden, and private event spaces. We aim to build a top-tier team for this exciting new location and brand.

Job Description

Event Sales & Marketing Manager

Pay - Base Salary of $55k-$65k + Commission, targeting $90k-$110k all in.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Sales (80%)

• Generate qualified leads for corporate events, school trips, charity events, etc.
• Network with local businesses, educators, and organizations.
• Plan community events and represent Beat The Bomb at major networking events.
• Partner with hotels, universities, and large organizations to drive business.
• Provide excellent customer service, respond to inquiries promptly, and maximize revenue per event.
• Support hosting large events and tours on-site.

Marketing (20%)

• Collaborate on local marketing strategies, develop marketing calendars, and support creative localization.
• Assist with PR, influencer marketing, local partnerships, and activations.
• Organize local events and promotions, including flyers, street teams, and conference participation.
• Develop venue marketing collateral and support employee referral programs and charity initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in Marketing and Sales, preferably in hospitality or entertainment.
• Event sales experience is a major plus.
• Line management experience is a plus.
• Availability for 5-day work weeks, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.
• Outgoing, networking-oriented, organized, and self-motivated.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Aligned with Beat The Bomb values: positivity, responsibility, fun, and growth.
• Familiarity with GSuite and Tripleseat is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and monthly commission.
• Paid time off, 401k, referral bonuses, professional development stipend, insurance, transit benefits, life insurance.
• Opportunities for career growth within a rapidly expanding company.
• Employee discounts for friends & family.