Event Experience Manager Jobs
Event Experience Manager jobs are open across corporate events, hospitality, tech, and entertainment, at every level from coordinator to senior manager and director, with specializations in live events, virtual and hybrid productions, and brand activation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Major Activities
- Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements.
- Ensure execution of Company policies and standards, holding team accountable for store conditions and results.
- Model and coach best-in-class Customer Experience and ART of Selling behaviors, driving conversion and customer satisfaction.
- Provide Manager-on-Duty (MOD) coverage, maintaining floor leadership, service standards, and operational continuity.
- Ensure accurate and efficient use of POS and Self-Checkout systems, supporting smooth transactions and customer support.
- Oversee Balloons business, birthday party operations, and other in-store programs and events
- Promote and enroll customers in the Loyalty Rewards Program, driving retention and repeat visits through consistent execution.
- Champion MCC/Extend services (US only), ensuring team awareness and customer adoption of protection plans and offerings.
- Drive sales and operational excellence in the Knit & Sew Shop, including expertise and oversight of the Cut Bar experience.
- Ensure efficient execution of BOPIS and Same Day Delivery, delivering timely order fulfillment and strong omni-channel service.
- Support Custom Framing operations, including customer consultations and coordination with the frame shop (in select volume frame shops).
- Train, coach, and develop team members through structured TM onboarding and ongoing skill-building across assigned departments.
- Partner in maintaining strong Asset Protection practices, reducing shrink through awareness, compliance, and safe operations.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Type of Experience Required
- 3+ years retail leadership experience
Work Environment
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
- Ability to move throughout the store
- Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull merchandise and fixtures, up to 25-50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to climb ladders or step stools to stock and retrieve products.
- Ability to perform repetitive motions, including scanning items, stocking shelves, and operating POS equipment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent customer interactions.
- Work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
Major Activities
- Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements.
- Ensure execution of Company policies and standards, holding team accountable for store conditions and results.
- Model and coach best-in-class Customer Experience and ART of Selling behaviors, driving conversion and customer satisfaction.
- Provide Manager-on-Duty (MOD) coverage, maintaining floor leadership, service standards, and operational continuity.
- Ensure accurate and efficient use of POS and Self-Checkout systems, supporting smooth transactions and customer support.
- Oversee Balloons business, birthday party operations, and other in-store programs and events
- Promote and enroll customers in the Loyalty Rewards Program, driving retention and repeat visits through consistent execution.
- Champion MCC/Extend services (US only), ensuring team awareness and customer adoption of protection plans and offerings.
- Drive sales and operational excellence in the Knit & Sew Shop, including expertise and oversight of the Cut Bar experience.
- Ensure efficient execution of BOPIS and Same Day Delivery, delivering timely order fulfillment and strong omni-channel service.
- Support Custom Framing operations, including customer consultations and coordination with the frame shop (in select volume frame shops).
- Train, coach, and develop team members through structured TM onboarding and ongoing skill-building across assigned departments.
- Partner in maintaining strong Asset Protection practices, reducing shrink through awareness, compliance, and safe operations.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Type of Experience Required
- 3+ years retail leadership experience
Work Environment
- Ability to remain standing for long periods of time
- Ability to move throughout the store
- Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull merchandise and fixtures, up to 25-50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to climb ladders or step stools to stock and retrieve products.
- Ability to perform repetitive motions, including scanning items, stocking shelves, and operating POS equipment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent customer interactions.
- Work hours include nights, weekends and early mornings
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in event experience manager jobs.
- Three to five years of end-to-end event planning and production experience
- Proficiency with event management platforms and registration software
- Experience managing vendors, venues, and cross-functional stakeholder teams
- Demonstrated ability to manage event budgets and reconcile post-event financials
- Strong project management skills with experience using task and workflow tools
- Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, hospitality, or a related field
Tips for Your Event Experience Manager Job Search
Quantify production scale on your resume
Hiring managers for event experience roles scan for scope fast. List attendee counts, number of concurrent sessions, and total event budgets you've managed. Vague phrases like 'large-scale events' get skipped. Concrete numbers get callbacks.
Highlight your vendor and AV relationships
Event experience managers are evaluated partly on their vendor network. Name the production houses, AV vendors, and venue partners you've worked with directly. This signals you can hit the ground running without a long ramp-up period.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists event experience manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your format specialty
Job titles like 'event experience manager' cover in-person, hybrid, and fully virtual productions. Read each posting carefully and lead your cover letter with your strongest format. Mismatched applications rarely advance past the first screen.
Prepare a portfolio with post-event recaps
Bring post-event reports, run-of-show documents, or attendee feedback summaries to interviews. Interviewers for this role want proof of execution, not just planning. A one-page recap showing goals versus outcomes is more persuasive than a resume bullet alone.
Negotiate start dates around your event calendar
If you're mid-cycle on a major event, name that in negotiations. Employers in this field understand production commitments and often respect candidates who flag them. It also signals professionalism and reliability before day one.
Event Experience Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most event experience managers?
The most active employers for event experience managers right now are Boston University, Marriott International, and George Mason University, and the most openings are in Texas, Massachusetts, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Corporate, tech, and hospitality sectors consistently drive the highest volume of openings.
How many event experience manager jobs are remote?
About 56% of event experience manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in roles focused on virtual and hybrid event production, digital content programming, and event technology management rather than in-person venue-based execution.
How do you become an event experience manager?
Start in a coordinator or assistant event planner role to build hands-on production experience, then move into owning full event cycles independently. Develop vendor relationships, learn budget management, and gain exposure to both in-person and virtual formats. A background in marketing, communications, or hospitality accelerates the path, and certifications like the Certified Meeting Professional credential strengthen senior applications.
Can you get hired as an event experience manager with little experience?
Yes, especially if you can demonstrate ownership of real events, even small ones. Volunteer-produced conferences, campus events, or freelance activations count as long as you can speak to logistics, vendor coordination, and outcome measurement. Frame your resume around decisions you made and problems you solved, not just tasks you completed under supervision.
What does the event experience manager interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial recruiter screen focused on background and format experience, followed by a hiring manager interview that goes deep on a specific event you've produced from brief to debrief. Many employers add a practical exercise, such as a mock run-of-show or budget scenario, before a final round with senior stakeholders or cross-functional partners.
Where can I find and apply to event experience manager jobs?
You can find and apply to event experience manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and format specialty, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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