Event Coordinator Jobs

Event Coordinator jobs are open across hospitality, corporate, nonprofit, and entertainment sectors, from entry-level assistants to senior managers, with specializations in weddings, conferences, trade shows, and virtual events. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles366+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMichaels Stores
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type89% On-site
Top industryEducation

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SBM Management Services
Event Coordinator
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SBM Management Services
New 1h ago
Event Coordinator
SBM Management Services
Culver City, California
Events & Tourism
Customer Service & Support
Event Planning
$25.90/hr
On-Site
High School
5,001-10,000

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Puff n Stuff Catering
Sales Event Coordinator
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Puff n Stuff Catering
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Sales Event Coordinator
Puff n Stuff Catering
Tampa, Florida
Customer Service & Support
Events & Tourism
Sales
Event Planning
On-Site
Associate's
201-500

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Uline
Event Coordinator
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Uline
New 1h ago
Event Coordinator
Uline
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Events & Tourism
Hospitality & Guest Services
Event Planning
Hospitality Management
On-Site
High School
5,001-10,000

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Springfield College
Conferences and Events Coordinator
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Springfield College
New 4h ago
Conferences and Events Coordinator
Springfield College
Springfield, Massachusetts
Events & Tourism
Hospitality & Guest Services
Event Planning
Hospitality Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Vail Resorts
Senior Events Coordinator
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Vail Resorts
New 8h ago
Senior Events Coordinator
Vail Resorts
Vail, Colorado
Customer Service & Support
Events & Tourism
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Event Planning
$21 - $26/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Event Coordinator Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Michaels Stores
    Michaels Stores36
  • Michaels
    Michaels12
  • ALG Senior
    ALG Senior7
  • Live Nation
    Live Nation7
  • Auction
    Auction6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education128
  • Retail51
  • Consumer Goods44
  • Technology & Software27
  • Healthcare & Medical Services20

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in event coordinator jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, communications, marketing, or a related field
  • Proficiency with event management software such as Cvent, Eventbrite, or similar platforms
  • Demonstrated experience planning and executing events from concept through post-event wrap-up
  • Strong vendor sourcing, contract negotiation, and budget management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams and clients
  • CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) certification preferred for corporate and conference roles

Tips for Your Event Coordinator Job Search

Quantify your event logistics on your resume

Hiring managers want to see scale, not just job duties. List the number of attendees, vendor contracts managed, or events you ran per year. Concrete figures make your coordination experience stand out against candidates who use vague language.

Highlight your vendor and venue relationships

Event coordinators who already know local caterers, AV teams, and venue contacts are immediately valuable to employers. Name specific vendor types you've sourced or negotiated with, even from volunteer or internship work, so recruiters see your network as an asset.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists event coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by event type specialization

Corporate conference coordinators and wedding planners face very different interview questions and skill expectations. Target openings that match your actual background rather than applying broadly, and tailor your resume language to reflect the event format each employer runs.

Prepare a brief event portfolio before interviewing

Bring a one-page summary or a short digital deck showing two or three events you coordinated: the goal, your specific responsibilities, and the outcome. Interviewers for coordinator roles respond strongly to concrete examples over general descriptions of past duties.

Negotiate beyond base pay at the offer stage

Event coordinator offers often have flexibility in professional development budgets, remote days during non-event periods, or extra PTO around major event seasons. Ask specifically about these during negotiation rather than focusing only on the base figure, where employer budgets tend to be tighter.

Event Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most event coordinators?

The companies hiring the most event coordinators right now include Michaels Stores, Michaels, and ALG Senior, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Hospitality groups, convention centers, and large nonprofits consistently post the highest volume of coordinator openings.

How many event coordinator jobs are remote?

About 11% of event coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote roles concentrated in virtual event production, association management, and corporate event planning for distributed teams. Roles tied to in-person venues, weddings, or live conferences are almost always on-site.

How do you become an event coordinator?

Start by completing a degree or certificate program in hospitality, communications, or event management, then gain hands-on experience through internships, volunteer committee work, or assisting at a local venue or nonprofit. Build a portfolio of events you've supported, earn familiarity with event software, and pursue the CMP credential once you have enough professional experience to qualify.

How do you get hired as an event coordinator with little experience?

Focus on transferable experience: fundraising galas, campus organization events, or volunteer festival coordination all count if you can describe your specific responsibilities clearly. Apply to coordinator assistant or event associate roles that include training, and use your resume to highlight project management skills, attention to detail, and any software tools you've used, even in non-event contexts.

What does the event coordinator interview process look like?

Most event coordinator interviews include an initial phone screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with the events team. Expect scenario-based questions about handling last-minute vendor cancellations, managing tight budgets, or coordinating across multiple stakeholders. Some employers ask candidates to walk through a past event or present a brief event concept as a practical exercise.

Where can I find and apply to event coordinator jobs?

You can find and apply to event coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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