Event Marketing Specialist Jobs in Texas

Event Marketing Specialist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in corporate conferences, trade shows, sports sponsorships, and experiential brand campaigns across industries from technology and energy to retail and healthcare, with openings at every level from coordinator to senior strategist. The heaviest hiring clusters in Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where companies like Dell Technologies, AT&T, and ExxonMobil maintain large marketing and events functions. The most sought-after specialties in Texas right now are B2B trade show management, experiential activations, and integrated event strategy tied to digital campaigns. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6+
Top employerAbbott
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring5
Work type83% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Copart, Inc
Marketing Specialist
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Copart, Inc
Added 2w ago
Marketing Specialist
Copart, Inc
Dallas, Texas
Events & Tourism
Marketing
Customer Success
Event Planning
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Rebel Athletic
Experience Marketing Specialist
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Rebel Athletic
Added 2mo ago
Experience Marketing Specialist
Rebel Athletic
Carrollton, Texas
Events & Tourism
Project & Program Management
Marketing
Event Planning
Project Management
$45k - $52k/yr
Hybrid
None
2-10

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Ionian Technologies, LLC
US Conventions & Meetings Specialist
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Ionian Technologies, LLC
Added 3w ago
US Conventions & Meetings Specialist
Ionian Technologies, LLC
Austin, Texas
Project & Program Management
Events & Tourism
Marketing
Event Planning
$78k - $156k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Abbott
US Conventions & Meetings Specialist
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Abbott
Added 3w ago
US Conventions & Meetings Specialist
Abbott
Austin, Texas
Project & Program Management
Events & Tourism
Marketing
Event Planning
$78k - $156k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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TekWissen ®
Communication Specialist II
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TekWissen ®
Added 3mo ago
Communication Specialist II
TekWissen ®
Houston, Texas
Content & Communications
Events & Tourism
Communications
Content Marketing
Event Planning
$42.00 - $42.00/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Event Marketing Specialist Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
2 jobs
Carrollton
1 jobs
Dallas
1 jobs
Houston
1 jobs
Huntsville
1 jobs

Event Marketing Specialist Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Abbott
    Abbott1
  • Copart
    Copart1
  • Ionian Technologies
    Ionian Technologies1
  • Rebel Athletic
    Rebel Athletic1
  • Sam Houston State University
    Sam Houston State University1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
  • Automotive1
  • Education1
  • Fashion & Apparel1
  • Technology & Software1

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in event marketing specialist jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field
  • Proven experience planning and executing corporate events, trade shows, or brand activations
  • Proficiency with event management software and marketing automation platforms
  • Strong project management skills including budget oversight and vendor coordination
  • Experience collaborating with sales and creative teams on integrated campaign planning
  • Ability to travel within Texas and nationally for on-site event execution and support

Event Marketing Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an event marketing specialist in Texas?

Most event marketing specialist roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or advertising. No state-issued license is required for this role in Texas. Employers typically look for hands-on experience through internships, campus event planning, or coordination roles, along with demonstrated proficiency in project management and marketing tools. Earning credentials like the Certified Meeting Professional designation can strengthen your candidacy with larger Texas corporate employers.

How much do event marketing specialists make in Texas?

Event marketing specialists in Texas earn a median of about $72,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,640 for the lowest 10% to over $135,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire event marketing specialists in Texas?

Employers hiring event marketing specialists in Texas right now include Abbott, Copart, and Ionian Technologies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters in Dallas-Fort Worth and major energy and healthcare firms in Houston means corporate event marketing teams here tend to be large and hire with regularity.

Which Texas cities have the most event marketing specialist jobs?

Austin, Carrollton, and Dallas have the most event marketing specialist openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its dense cluster of corporate headquarters and a major convention center economy, Houston follows given its energy sector events and medical conference activity, and Austin's fast-growing technology and creative industries drive consistent demand for experiential and brand-focused event roles.

Are there remote event marketing specialist jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're limited. Event marketing is heavily execution-driven, meaning on-site presence for activations, trade shows, and vendor coordination is a core expectation for most roles. About 17% of event marketing specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with flexibility most common in the strategic planning, content, and campaign coordination portions of the role rather than in live event execution.

How can I get hired as an event marketing specialist in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a marketing coordinator or events assistant role at a Texas convention center, hotel group, or large corporate marketing department. Companies like HEB, Texas Instruments, and major Dallas-Fort Worth agencies regularly hire entry-level events support staff. Building a portfolio from college event committees, nonprofit fundraisers, or volunteer conference work is treated as legitimate experience. Completing a Certified Meeting Professional preparatory course also signals seriousness to hiring managers at larger Texas employers.

Where can I find and apply to event marketing specialist jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to event marketing specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and beyond. Find roles that fit your experience level and specialization and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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