Entry Level Event Sales Manager Jobs
New grad event sales manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or portfolio of coordinated events can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Food & Beverage and Technology & Software, with employers like Oak View, Encore Global, and King's Hawaiian hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Event Sales Coordinator is primarily responsible for overseeing all aspects of the events taking place in the venue, including developing, detailing, and coordinating all event-related activities key to the operation of the facility, including but not limited to marketing support, event details, client communication, internal communications, invoicing, follow-up, distribution of event information, customer service representation to our guests, and logistics of departmental activities relating to events.
This role pays an hourly rate of $22.00 - $25.00. Benefits for Full-Time Roles: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 401(k) Savings Plan; 401(k) Matching; and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays). This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Communicates all event information to the appropriate departments and staff.
- Develop, implement, and manage event details and logistics in conjunction with all team members.
- Develop accurate event menu and beverage information, and ensure that event setups are accurate.
- Communicates in a timely manner with each department head regarding specific needs and information for each event.
- Prepares and distributes the Event Order Sheet to all staff and departments in a timely manner.
- Prepares post-event report for all events coordinated.
- Work with event planners to coordinate and facilitate client needs for each event and provide cost estimates as required/requested.
- Preparation of and submission of expenses for event billing and invoices.
- Executes other operational duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4-year degree from a college or university is preferred.
- 1-2 years of event sales experience with private clubs, hotels, convention centers, or similar venues is preferred.
- Ability to work flexible and sometimes demanding schedules (including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours).
- Experience with Microsoft Office products, CRM, and event planning software.
- Familiarity with event billing and invoices, a plus.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference:
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
INTRODUCTION
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Event Sales Coordinator is primarily responsible for overseeing all aspects of the events taking place in the venue, including developing, detailing, and coordinating all event-related activities key to the operation of the facility, including but not limited to marketing support, event details, client communication, internal communications, invoicing, follow-up, distribution of event information, customer service representation to our guests, and logistics of departmental activities relating to events.
This role pays an hourly rate of $22.00 - $25.00. Benefits for Full-Time Roles: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 401(k) Savings Plan; 401(k) Matching; and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays). This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Communicates all event information to the appropriate departments and staff.
- Develop, implement, and manage event details and logistics in conjunction with all team members.
- Develop accurate event menu and beverage information, and ensure that event setups are accurate.
- Communicates in a timely manner with each department head regarding specific needs and information for each event.
- Prepares and distributes the Event Order Sheet to all staff and departments in a timely manner.
- Prepares post-event report for all events coordinated.
- Work with event planners to coordinate and facilitate client needs for each event and provide cost estimates as required/requested.
- Preparation of and submission of expenses for event billing and invoices.
- Executes other operational duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4-year degree from a college or university is preferred.
- 1-2 years of event sales experience with private clubs, hotels, convention centers, or similar venues is preferred.
- Ability to work flexible and sometimes demanding schedules (including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours).
- Experience with Microsoft Office products, CRM, and event planning software.
- Familiarity with event billing and invoices, a plus.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference:
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Entry Level Event Sales Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level event sales manager job?
Focus on any hands-on experience that shows you can sell and coordinate at the same time, whether that is a college events committee, a hospitality internship, or a volunteer fundraiser you helped run. Employers at this level look for candidates who can prospect clients, hit activity targets, and stay organized under deadline pressure. A concise resume that highlights results, even small ones, gives you a real edge over candidates with generic experience.
Which companies hire entry level event sales managers?
Companies hiring entry level event sales managers right now include Oak View, Encore Global, and King's Hawaiian, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from hotels, convention venues, experiential marketing agencies, and media companies that run regular events and need junior staff to grow their sales pipelines.
Are there remote entry level event sales manager jobs?
Yes, though most postings still prefer on-site or hybrid arrangements given the client-facing nature of the work. About 0% of entry level event sales manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who need location flexibility should filter listings carefully and check whether the role requires local venue visits or in-person client meetings.
Are these new grad event sales manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior event sales manager roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or volunteer work in lieu of full-time history, or mentions that training is provided. Look for language like "entry level," "no experience required," or "will train" to identify the most accessible openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level event sales managers?
Entry Level event sales manager roles concentrate in Food & Beverage and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run high volumes of recurring events, conferences, and client experiences that require dedicated sales staff to book business and manage accounts from an early career stage.