Events Field Lead

Overview

2020 Companies is hiring seasonal Event Field Leads for the 2020 tour! The Field Lead drives the brand experience at The Porch, overseeing all on-site operations and ensuring safety and compliance.

Program Dates

Mid August - Late October

Pay

$1,000 per week (paid weekly)

Travel Perks

• Company-paid hotel accommodations provided for applicable event assignments
• Mileage reimbursement
• Daily meal allowance

Home Base

Dallas, Houston, San Antonio or Austin, TX

Event Locations

• Several Texas Locations

Schedule

Tuesday–Saturday or Wednesday–Sunday, based on event needs. Weekend availability is required.

What You'll Need

• Be at least 21 years old
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the program

Job Description

Event Operations & Activation Execution

• Lead all on-site activation activities, ensuring flawless execution of The Porch touring footprint
• Direct local labor teams during load-in, setup, operation, and teardown of the Gorilla Cube XL activation environment
• Ensure all activation assets are assembled correctly, safely, and according to brand standards
• Serve as the first point of arrival and final point of departure for each activation
• Maintain activation readiness and prevent operational disruptions that could impact scheduled event execution

Field Team Leadership

• Lead, motivate, and coach Brand Ambassadors and event hosts throughout each activation
• Conduct pre-event briefings and communicate program objectives, engagement expectations, and compliance requirements
• Monitor performance throughout the event and provide real-time coaching to maintain a high-quality consumer experience
• Foster a professional, energetic, and brand-aligned event atmosphere

Venue & Retail Partner Management

• Serve as the primary on-site liaison between the program, venue personnel, and retail partners
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with venue management and retailer contacts
• Address operational concerns and resolve issues proactively before escalation is required
• Represent the client and program professionally at all times

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure strict adherence to all age-verification, identification, and regulatory requirements
• Manage dual-device age-gating processes in applicable regulated markets
• Enforce all market-specific activation requirements and restrictions
• Oversee coupon distribution, prepaid card controls, reconciliation processes, and compliance documentation
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all activation transactions reconcile properly before the event closes
• Protect the integrity of the program by ensuring all activities remain compliant with local, state, and client regulations

Program Administration & Reporting

• Complete all required reporting accurately and within established deadlines
• Capture required event photography and documentation for each activation
• Manage inventory, event materials, and activation assets throughout the season
• Cook logistics and asset movement between activation markets in partnership with program management
• Coordinate with home office leadership to communicate field updates, challenges, and opportunities
• Escalate issues appropriately while maintaining ownership of local execution

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading touring, experiential, mobile marketing, or multi-market activation programs
• Experience managing Brand Ambassadors, event staff, and local labor crews in live event environments
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience serving as the primary point of contact for clients, venues, or external partners
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• Experience handling compliance procedures, promotional controls, inventory accountability, and event reporting
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including weekends and extended event schedules
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within regulated industries such as tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, or similar categories
• Mobile marketing, trailer activation, or touring event experience
• Familiarity with age-verification technology and compliance systems
• Experience utilizing field reporting, CRM, or event management platforms

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move activation materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during activation events
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to travel frequently and work evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules