About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Entertainment & Events.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to support live events and touring productions. This is an entry-level, hands-on role where you’ll work closely with senior Project Managers and Account Executives to learn all phases of event project execution — from planning through on-site delivery and closeout.

• Work alongside Project Managers to help plan, coordinate, and execute live event and touring projects.
• Attend project meetings to capture client requirements, timelines, budgets, and success criteria.
• Translate project plans into organized tasks and help keep assigned work on schedule.
• Learn and follow Confidential Client’s project management processes, systems, and best practices.
• Assist with routine client communications and provide timely project updates.
• Participate in internal planning with sales, operations, technical teams, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate equipment, logistics, labor, travel, and third-party vendors as directed.
• Support tracking of project milestones and follow up on outstanding items.
• Assist with pricing reviews, purchase orders, invoices, and change orders.
• Maintain accurate project records in internal systems (quotes, reservations, orders).
• Support on-site execution and client-facing activities whenever possible.
• Promote a safe work environment by following all safety procedures and guidance.
• Participate in training and mentoring designed to build project management skills.
• Gradually take on more responsibility as experience and proficiency increase.

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Who You Are (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience or exposure to live events, touring production, entertainment production, event project management, or event operations is strongly desired.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; comfortable learning new technology and business systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as project schedules require.
• Valid driver’s license.

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Physical Demands

• Able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Extensive typing and documentation work.
• May occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.
• Travel by car and plane to different branches and job sites as needed.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay range: $65,000–$70,000 per year. Actual pay will be determined by experience, knowledge, skills, and location.
• Benefits typically include comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching (specific benefits may vary by location and employer policies).

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Additional Notes

• This role may require pre-employment testing and participation in E-Verify where applicable.
• Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.
• Be cautious of job scams: Confidential Client will not request money or sensitive financial information via informal chat or unsecured email prior to an in-person interview.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.