Events Associate - Indianapolis
3 days ago
Job description
Access Your Potential.
Join us to create and deliver experiences that inspire people, spark connection, and bring imagination to life—while having a lot of fun doing it.
We're looking for an Events Associate to join our team This role is based in Indianapolis, so candidates must live locally. You'll be comfortable traveling to event locations and working flexible schedules to meet the needs of our clients.
About the Role
As an Events Associate with Access, you'll be at the heart of our event operations. You'll support Event Managers on a variety of programs while also taking ownership of event elements, from coordinating vendors to supporting clients onsite. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience across every stage of event planning and execution while learning from one of the industry's top women-led teams. You'll build strong organizational skills, develop key industry relationships, and gain a deep understanding of destination logistics — setting you up for a successful career in events.
What You'll Do
Program Support: Assist Event Managers with day-to-day program logistics, documentation, and deliverables
Vendor & Staff Coordination: Secure, prepare, and communicate with event staff and vendors to ensure flawless execution
Onsite Operations: Travel to events, support Event Managers onsite, and occasionally operate smaller programs independently
Documentation & Tools: Prepare key event materials such as Program Overviews, Manifests, and Signage
Industry Growth: Participate in vendor meetings to expand your supplier knowledge and build long-term relationships
Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with other Access offices to support national programs
About You
We know that there's no one in the world like you. And we know that you have a lot to offer the next company you work with. Below is a list of "nice-to-haves," but don't let those deter you from applying. Access believes that an inclusive team and culture is important. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
Nice-to-haves
1–2 years of experience supporting or managing multiple clients and programs
Background in hospitality, ideally in event planning and execution
Self-motivated, customer-focused, and team-oriented
Strong organizational and time management skills
Why Access?
We're a women-owned, award-winning destination management company with teams in cities coast to coast. For 50+ years, we've been producing high-impact events and experiences for global brands—and we're just getting started.
Perks & Culture
Certified as a Great Place to Work – 3 years in a row and counting
Women-owned and women-led
Paid day off to serve your local community
Annual & quarterly awards program
Team & Connection
Annual all-company retreat to connect, learn, and have fun together
Regional team outings
Monthly companywide meetings to celebrate wins
Flexibility & Balance
Generous PTO, sick days, 9 holidays + 2 floating holidays
5 half-days off before holidays to unplug early
½-day Fridays in July & August (based on achievement of goals)
Compensation
Highly competitive total compensation, including strong base salary and quarterly bonuses
Robust performance-based quarterly commission plan
401(k) with company match (eligible after 1 year, up to 4% of salary, vested immediately)
Monthly cell phone stipend
Health, Wellness, and Family
Extensive menu of health plans to choose from
Paid parental leave
Pet insurance program
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Professional Development
Mentorship program
Masterclasses in industry/department-specific topics
State-of-the-art technology platforms and tools – including training
Annual and monthly meeting content that focuses on professional development
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Access is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us
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