Event Manager - Home Shows / Trade Shows

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Art of Drawers is a family-owned franchise serving the Omaha area. We specialize in transforming kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms by maximizing storage and improving organization. Trade shows allow us to showcase our custom solutions to customers, through our large kitchen and pantry display. 

Position Overview 

The Event Manager's primary responsibility is to engage with homeowners at our booth and book qualified in-home design appointments. You will work directly alongside the owners, and play a key role in driving leads and revenue from the event. This is a high-energy, customer-facing role ideal for someone who enjoys conversations, sales, trade shows, and helping people find unique solutions to what they are looking for.

Events

• Home Shows / Trade Shows
  • 3-4 home shows a year 
  • Omaha / Council Bluffs area  
  • 2-3 Days Each (Hours will vary)

• Pop-up Events 
  • Community Festivals 
  • Art Fairs 
  • Night Markets 
  • Fundraisers 
  • Farmers Markets 

 
Key Responsibilities 

• Proactively engage attendees walking by the booth 
• Start conversations and identify qualified homeowners 
• Clearly communicate our services and value proposition 
• Book in-home design appointments on the spot 
• Accurately capture customer information 
• Answer questions about our products, process, pricing, and installation timelines 
• Explain benefits such as maximizing vertical storage, accessibility improvements, and one-day installs 
• Assist with booth setup (loading in, organizing materials, light assembly as needed)
• Help maintain a clean, inviting booth throughout the show 
• Support breakdown and load-out as needed
• Represent the brand professionally at all times 

Qualifications 

• Experience working or managing live events, trade shows, or expos 
• Comfortable initiating conversations with strangers 
• Strong communication skills 
• Reliable, punctual, and professional 
• In-person sales experience (retail, commissioned sales, appointment setting, etc.) preferred 
• Experience booking appointments or generating leads preferred 
• Background in home services, remodeling, or design is a plus 

What We’re Looking For 
• High energy and positive attitude 
• Confident and personable 
• Goal-oriented and motivated by results 
• Able to stand for extended periods 
• Team player who takes initiative 

 
Training & Compensation
• Paid ~2 hours of remote or in-person training
• Work directly with the owners 
• Part-time opportunity (event-based) 
• Competitive hourly pay 
• Performance bonus tied to appointments booked 
• Opportunity for future events and growth within the company 

 
Why This Role Matters  

 
This role directly impacts the success of our biggest marketing events of the year. The right person will help drive high-quality appointments that turn into real projects and long-term customers. 

 
If you enjoy people, sales, and live events — and want a short-term opportunity with room to grow — we’d love to connect. 

 
To apply, please send your resume and a brief note about your event or sales experience.