Events Manager Jobs in Texas

Events Manager jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in corporate events, hospitality, higher education, and large-scale entertainment across a state with one of the largest convention and live-events economies in the nation. Houston, Dallas, and Austin lead hiring volume, where employers like AT&T, Dell Technologies, and Marriott International maintain large operations and recurring events calendars that require dedicated managers at coordinator through senior-director level. Corporate event production, conference and convention management, and nonprofit fundraising events are the specialties drawing the most consistent demand. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles50
Top employerMarriott International
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring17
Work type50% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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Renewal by Andersen
Events and Retail Manager- Houston
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Events and Retail Manager- Houston
Renewal by Andersen
Houston, Texas
Business Development
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
$70k - $100k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Ursuline Academy of Dallas
Parent Engagement and Events Manager
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Parent Engagement and Events Manager
Ursuline Academy of Dallas
Dallas, Texas
Business Development
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Cinemark
Account Manager, Marketing & Events
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Account Manager, Marketing & Events
Cinemark
Plano, Texas
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Coury Hospitality
Events Manager, Full Time- Hotel Mockingbird
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Events Manager, Full Time- Hotel Mockingbird
Coury Hospitality
Dallas, Texas
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Associate's degree in Business Administration
1,001-5,000

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Teton Ridge
Brand Marketing Manager, Events & Activations (Contract position)
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Brand Marketing Manager, Events & Activations (Contract position)
Teton Ridge
Fort Worth, Texas
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing

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Events Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
12 jobs
Austin
10 jobs
Dallas
7 jobs
Fort Worth
3 jobs
San Antonio
3 jobs
Plano
2 jobs
Irving
2 jobs
Montgomery
2 jobs
Katy
1 job

Events Manager Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

Marriott International
Marriott International4 open roles
Amazon
Amazon2 open roles
Legends Global
Legends Global2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Technology & Software

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in events manager jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in event management, hospitality, communications, or a related field
  • Three or more years of end-to-end event planning and execution experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing vendor contracts, venue negotiations, and event budgets
  • Proficiency with event management software such as Cvent, Eventbrite, or equivalent platforms
  • Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential issued through the Events Industry Council preferred
  • Ability to travel within Texas and manage multiple concurrent events under deadline pressure

Events Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a events manager in Texas?

Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as an events manager, so entry is credential- and experience-driven. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in hospitality management, communications, marketing, or event management from a Texas university or an accredited program. From there, building a portfolio through assistant or coordinator roles is the standard path. Earning the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential through the Events Industry Council significantly strengthens a candidate's profile with Texas corporate and institutional employers.

Which companies hire events managers in Texas?

Companies currently hiring events managers in Texas include Marriott International, Amazon, and Legends Global, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major university systems, and a large hospitality and convention sector means demand comes from a broad range of employer types across the state.

Which Texas cities have the most events manager jobs?

Houston, Austin, and Dallas lead Texas in events manager openings. Houston and Dallas drive volume through their dense concentrations of corporate headquarters, convention centers, and hospitality groups, while Austin's fast-growing technology sector and live-music and festival industry have created a strong secondary market for events professionals at every level.

Are there remote events manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Events management is inherently on-site work, so most roles require physical presence for venue walkthroughs, vendor coordination, and day-of execution. About 50% of events manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and the remote portion tends to cover pre-event logistics, communications, and sponsorship coordination rather than the production and operations side of the role.

How can I get hired as a events manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an events coordinator or assistant events manager role at a Texas hotel group, convention center, or university events department. Large hospitality operators and university systems across Texas regularly hire coordinators without extensive independent experience, using structured mentorship under senior managers. Completing the Certified Meeting Professional program or a hospitality management internship at a Texas property strengthens applications considerably. Adjacent roles in catering operations, venue sales, or nonprofit development also provide direct pathways into events management.

Where can I find and apply to events manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to events manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across corporate, hospitality, nonprofit, and entertainment sectors. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and the part of Texas where you want to work, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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