20 Event Planning jobs in Austin

How would you like to work for a 30-year iconic brand that is known worldwide for its commitment to well-being?

Imagine an environment where balance, mindfulness, and care aren’t just words, but the way we live and work every day. At Miraval Austin Resort and Spa, you’ll be surrounded by natural beauty, supported by colleagues who value empathy and respect, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally.

Here, your career development and your well-being go hand in hand. From access to our fitness center, hiking trails, and wellness programs, to opportunities for professional training and leadership growth, this is more than a job, it’s a chance to align your career with a life in balance.

If you’re seeking a place where you can feel inspired, valued, and empowered to make a difference, we invite you to explore this opportunity as our Event Planning Manager:

As the Event Planning Manager, you will embody the ethos of the Miraval wellbeing brand, be a competent individual who has experience in events and the functions of a hotel.

The Event Planning Manager isresponsible for planning and executing all aspects of assigned group events from contract through the onsite event. This individual works with all resort departments to execute all aspects of contracted retreats and mindful meetings. The Event Planning Manager engages groups in the Miraval experience with the best available, revenue-driven culinary, programming and spa options.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Sales & Events, this position is a full-time salary position that is located at the resort.

· Serves as primary point of contact for all group business at Miraval and fully coordinates events so that guest experiences are consistent with what has been represented to our guests

· Generates revenue through educating and selling Miraval Experiencesthat are engaging and embody our core values; primarily meetings, private meals, and programming

· Assures that all event services are provided in a manner that exemplifies established quality standards and are in compliance with applicable regulations and requirements

· Schedules hotel spaces, creates and publishes calendars and notices to ensure that guests, attendees, and hotel staff are informed of all group events, including programming

· Interface with clients daily while on property and handle all staff introductions

· Stays informed on the latest trends for activities and programs of competitors and guest demands

· Daily tasks include, but are not limited to, conducting property tours, creating catering and sales portfolios (resumes), arranging AV and other meeting needs, creating collateral and menus, and communicating with other team members to ensure that scheduled events are run properly

· Performs all tasks and provides services in compliance with policies, procedures, work instructions, training, codes of conduct, recognized best practices, safety laws and regulations.

· Is familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately

· Demonstrates a positive attitude and acknowledges guests in a welcoming and friendly manner

· Ensures that all confidential and financial data is maintained securely and handled in a discreet fashion

· Participates in available training opportunities and applies learnings and newly identified best practices where possible

· Makes suggestions to improve the delivery of guest services and identifies new business opportunities that will enrich the Miraval guest experience

· Supports the team by anticipating and providing help as needed.

· Responds to all complaints and problems in a positive manner and takes action to resolve

· Shows concern by taking action to assure that our guests have a quality experience

· Manage rooming lists, cut off dates, and attrition calculations in conjunction with the Sales & Events Coordinator.

· Manages final group bill, deposits and final payment including World of Hyatt points and commissions

· Prioritizes and follows through on all job-related duties.

· Accurate assimilation and processing of banquet charges for accounting

· Assist sales team in coordinating in-market sales trips or FAMS.

· Source vendors for meeting services not in Miraval inventory including upcharge per SOP.

· Conducts follow up post events

To be successful:

· Embraces the ethos and culture of the Miraval wellbeing brand

· University degree or diploma qualification in Sales or Marketing and/or Hospitality or Tourism Management or industry experience equivalent

· Previous experience in hotel event management or similar

· Minimum 3 years’ experience within a 4–5-star hotel sales environment

· Understands that the Miraval clientele may vary from traditional hotels in regard to target audiences, size of group and intention of visit

· Excellent emotional intelligence

· Effective as a team player within the Sales Department, as well as the hotel in general

· Ability to easily and willingly adapt to a change of policy, procedures, and work environment

· Ability to Create detailed and complete event orders to communicate event setup, AV needs, F&B needs, and programing

· Understands how to communicate thru a group resume to convey all event needs

· Understands how to manage event orders, group resumes, and the distribution to services teams

· Experience conducting and planning site tours and visits

We offer excellent benefits:

iAm Days to spend a paid 8 hours experiencing Miraval, twice per year*
Up to $1000 in Wellbeing or Tuition Reimbursement for personal and professional growth*
Discounted and Complimentary Hyatt Hotel nights*
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance on 30th day of employment*
401K with company match*
Generous Paid Time Off program*
Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance*
Complimentary daily colleague meals
Employee Stock Purchase Plan*
Access to resort facilities including spa services, programs, hiking trails and fitness center

*Exact benefit package is contingent on status

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

What Meetings and Events contributes to Cardinal Health

The Meeting Manager is responsible for the development, planning and implementation of internal and external meetings, events, and trade shows aligned with strategic business and brand objectives.

Location : Work from home and fully remote, but specifically targeting individuals in the Dallas-Fort Worth, TX or Cleveland, OH areas (within commutable distance of office).

Responsibilities

• Leads planning and execution of meetings.

• Manages event budget - develops forecast, updates in real time, and finalize post event

• Manage event reconciliation post-event - identify and validate all charges from venue and vendors, breakdown costs per person for purposes of Sunshine reporting, and utilize appropriate systems to report costs

• Work directly with venues and outside vendors to coordinate meeting needs, such as audio visual, food & beverage, and other onsite logistics

• Adherence to Cardinal Health compliance guidelines

• Participate in internal and external meetings on weekly (or otherwise) basis

• Work in Cvent to set-up event registration sites and update information on a regular or as needed basis

• Lead onsite meeting logistics, including but not limited to communication with hotel, communication with vendors, coordination of F&B, coordination of A/V

• Identify meeting materials and production needed onsite, and work with Meeting Coordinator to execute (create and ship)

• Serve as primary onsite contact for venue and any vendors

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field, preferred

• 5+ years experience in related field, preferred

• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), preferred

• Strong CVENT, preferred

• Strong Excel experience, required

• Strong travel and hotel booking experience, required

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong written and verbal skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment

• Ability to travel on weekends as needed to assist on-property at meetings/events

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Demonstrates knowledge of meeting planning and project management practices.

• Negotiates, manages and/or implements budgets and contracts with external vendors.

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and serves as a strategic advisor to clients.

• Utilizes software to track registration, budgets, logistics and other information for meetings & events.

• Translates the goals and objectives of meetings and events into a positive and effective experience.

• Demonstrates ability to work with cross-functional team to ensure event success.

Anticipated Pay Range $66,500.00 - $82,400.00 USD

Bonus Eligible - No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close : 09/10/2025 * if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and - through their work - can make an impact on our industry. We're here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.

A Pharma - Event Planner functions as primary client liaison and lead for assigned pharmaceutical meetings for a global client. Working closely with the client contacts to understand and meet program objectives/outcomes.

What You'll Do:

PROCESS MANAGEMENT

• Complete project timeline: establish a workflow schedule to facilitate timely and accurate handling of all program details.

• Use business program management system to lead program from contract turn-over meeting to final bill completion.

• Handle and negotiate any additional hotel needs, destination management company (DMC), air and all third-party contracts. Monitor attrition dates, cancellation policies to ensure contracted services are performed.

• Coordinate program details and produce a program itinerary / working agenda that outlines all program specifics and requirements.

• Maintain accurate records, system input, and complete file management as outlined in Amex GBT and client policies and procedures for ToV reporting.

• Evaluate program impact and reassesses objectives and outcomes, plan for continuous improvement.

• Partner with designated team to communicate registration, air needs, status meetings and continuous communication throughout program.

• Able to assist with any level of Congress meetings or events including those of a sophisticated nature, large volume, high level of confidentiality, international scope, HCP attended, etc.

LEADERSHIP AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

• Provide leadership to team and promote positive team environment as a positive role model.

• Maintain proactive, positive, open line of communication with client to ensure understanding of expectations and client happiness.

• Partner with third party suppliers to arrange their services.

• Conduct regularly scheduled status meetings with client and partners from pre-launch through program operation and ensures program objectives are performed.

• May be requested to lead VIP special projects and oversee VIP logistics.

• Develop positive relationships with multiple contacts within client and supplier organizations.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Responsible for accurate program forecasting and updating business management systems with accurate financial information as needed.

• Handle overall program budget, review, and audit all program related TOV billing for accuracy. Track and report expenses to clients and communicate changes on a consistent basis.

• Work with leader to forecast overall program financials and ensure monthly tracking for actual.

• Monitor foreign exchange rates for sharp fluctuations which may impact the budget.

What We're Looking For

• Required: 5-7 years meeting planning experience with at least 3 years supporting Pharmaceutical business.

• Pharmaceutical Congress experience is a plus.

• 4-year degree preferred. CMP preferred.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of management and clients.

• Ability to work accurately and timely - to meet deadlines.

• Ability to be flexible and handle change well.

• Shown aptitude for technology and/or software solutions.

• Experience with meeting industry technology a plus (CVENT). And MS Word/Excel experience (advanced level).

• Advanced oral and written presentation skills required.

• Ability to travel by airplane, boat, rail and/or car with travel up to 40%.

• Must be able to work east coast hours to align with partners

Location

United States

The US national base salary range for this position is from

$55,300.00 - $102,700.00

The national range provided includes the base salary that GBT expects to pay for the role. Actual base salary will be based on factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and work location.

In addition to base salary, the anticipated range of which is posted above, this role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus which rewards participants based on individual and/or company performance.

For information about our comprehensive US benefits programs and eligibility, please review our Benefits-at-a-Glance document.

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• Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family.

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• Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.

• We strive to champion Inclusion in every aspect of our business at Amex GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global INclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.

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Overview: Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, we believe great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as an Event Coordinator and immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities. Start creating your own luck today!

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for this position.

WHAT OUR EVENT COORDINATORS DO

• Prepare all essential info for events and staffing prior to each event’s start
• Communicate with managers, chefs, and service staff about event timing and any special requests
• Promote additional entertainment or food & beverage options for pre-ordered event packages
• Oversee the setup of tables, areas, and supplies, and manage the service of food & beverages
• Forge personal connections with event contacts to exceed all guest expectations
• Assist guests by entering names into the scoring system, explaining safety precautions, and providing bowling lessons when needed

WHAT IT TAKES

• Strong interpersonal skills
• A dedication to exceptional guest service

PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

• Complimentary bowling sessions!
• $1 arcade play
• 20% discount on events
• 50% discount on food and beverages

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This role involves working in a typical entertainment environment where you may walk, bend, and stand for extended periods, with some lifting required.

Job Type: Part-time

Shifts:

• Evening shifts
• Night shifts

Weekly Day Range:

• Weekend availability is required

Work Location: One location

WHO WE ARE: Lucky Strike Entertainment, formerly Bowlero Corp, is a premier location-based entertainment platform with over 360 locations across North America. We specialize in experiential offerings in bowling, amusements, water parks, and family entertainment centers. We also own the Professional Bowlers Association, a major league of bowling with a vast global fanbase. For more information, please visit our website.

Lucky Strike Entertainment provides performance-based incentives and a competitive rewards package, including healthcare coverage and various benefits. Details regarding benefits are available on our career page.

• Manage the operational delivery of assigned in-person, virtual, and hybrid events to include pre-event planning, day-of event execution, and post-event communication.
• Oversee the entire event life cycle including site selection, contract negotiation, F&B planning, A/V coordination, onsite event execution, vendor management, budget and reconciliation, and creation of required event logistics documents.
• Under limited supervision, serve as primary onsite contact and coordinate setup and tear down of events.
• Greet all attendees in a professional and friendly manner to create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Seek feedback from attendees, clients, and faculty to ensure a quality, educational experience.
• Create reports to analyze data of events to determine return on investment.
• Create and update department documents and presentations for each event.
• Work cross-functionally with department leaders and teams routinely to ensure they are informed of event project status.
• Participate in on-going training and development of company goals and direction to communicate with attendees.
• Responsible for maintaining company branded inventory for events and placing orders when needed.
• Travel about 60-70% annually for events and other company functions to assist in production of events and supervise vendor related logistics.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree or 2-3 years of relevant experience in a similar
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional time management skills, manage projects, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate to Senior Level Leaders within our organization as well as within our client organizations.
• Demonstrates a sound working knowledge of current role and the technical systems, applications and equipment used in performing this role and understands the impact this role has on other business functions within the organization.
• Must be able to use time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activities and events.
• Ability to make independent and sound decisions in all situations with limited supervision.
• Sets high standards and measures of excellence to ensure quality assurance in every aspect of work performed.
• Ability to demonstrate a series of activities designed to enhance the level of customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate effectiveness and flexibility with changing environments, responsibilities, tasks, and people.
• Identifies and resolves issues timely and ability to act quickly to fix issues. Escalates potential issues/concerns to senior leadership as appropriate.
• Must be comfortable working with basic audio-visual equipment to include routine inspection, inventory control, and troubleshooting when needed.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and work in multiple software platforms and
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with Zoom Meetings, Survicate, HubSpot, and Slido is preferred but not required.

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Walk and stand for extended periods of time especially at events
• Able to bend, twist, and reach especially during events
• Must be open to frequent travel and work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
• Hybrid work environment but candidate must be located in the Austin, TX area.

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Job Description:

We are a nationwide mortgage lender specializing in residential and commercial lending. We are seeking an innovative Event Support Strategist to develop and execute strategic event initiatives that empower our loan officer partners to build their business while strengthening the Lower brand. This role combines strategic planning, project coordination, and marketing expertise to create impactful events that deliver results for the loan officer who hosts them and the participants who attend them.

What you'll do:

• Strategic Event Planning
  
  You will analyze market trends and business objectives to identify event opportunities for loan officer partners. This involves developing event strategies aligned with company goals and partner relationship objectives. You will research and evaluate potential events including trade shows, conferences, networking events, and educational seminars. Additionally, you will create event ROI frameworks and success metrics to measure impact and effectiveness.
  
• Event Coordination & Execution
  
  In this role, you will manage end-to-end event logistics including content coordination, logistics coordination, marketing efforts and timeline management. You will work with internal teams including sales, marketing, compliance, and operations to ensure seamless event execution. You will also develop and maintain detailed project plans with clear deliverables and deadlines.
  
• Marketing & Promotional Support
  
  You will collaborate with the marketing team to develop event presentation materials and event-specific promotional materials and campaigns. You will coordinate digital marketing efforts including social media promotion, email campaigns, and print collateral. Additionally, you will coordinate pre-event, during-event, and post-event communication strategies.
  
• Swag & Materials Management
  
  You will manage ordering of marketing collateral and ensure adequate supplies for all events. You must ensure all materials align with brand guidelines and compliance requirements.
  

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with queue-based systems or ticketing platforms
• Prior experience with event coordination
• Proven track record in customer service or client success roles
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with CRM systems (preferred)
• Familiarity with standard business software applications such as Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

• You'll join a locally and nationally recognized best place to work that values its team deeply.
• You'll be surrounded by a team of wicked sharp, entrepreneurial, collaborative co-workers
• There is opportunity for professional growth and development.

• Competitive compensation plan
• Extended benefit offerings including: Medical/dental/vision
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401K with company match
• Discount on home mortgage refinances or purchase