Job Description

PhotoMules is seeking a driven, hands-on Event Sales Manager to lead weekend youth sports photography events throughout Texas and surrounding states.

This is a field-based leadership role responsible for team management, event execution, and driving on-site sales performance. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy leading from the front, this role offers strong ownership and growth opportunity.

Location: Based in Austin, TX (regional travel required)

Travel: Weekend regional travel in Texas and surrounding areas required Friday-Sunday (travel expenses covered)

What You’ll Own

You are the on-site leader. When you're at an event, you’re responsible for both operations and revenue performance.

Key responsibilities include:

· Traveling to events in and around Texas

· Lead and supervise a team of 2–6 event staff

· Manage full event setup and breakdown (tent, booth, equipment)

· Oversee photography flow, printing, and order fulfillment

· Drive sales results and coach team members in real time

· Engage customers and close sales directly

· Handle customer concerns and operational issues on-site

· Make fast decisions in high-volume environments

· Complete 1–5 hours of weekly prep work (staff confirmations, scheduling, equipment readiness)

What We’re Looking For

· Previous leadership experience (team lead, supervisor, assistant manager, event manager, etc.)

· Strong sales background, commission or performance-based experience preferred

· Confident managing people in outdoor, high-energy environments

· Excellent communicator and problem-solver

· Comfortable standing and working on feet for extended periods

· Organized and able to prepare for events independently

Backgrounds that transition well:

· Retail management

· Hospitality shift leadership

· Trade show or kiosk sales

· High-volume food & beverage leadership

· Event-based operations

Compensation & Perks

· Competitive base pay

· Performance-based bonus tied to event sales

· Travel expenses covered

· Hands-on leadership experience in a growing company

· Performance-driven culture

· Active, outdoor work environment

Travel Expectations

· Weekend availability required (Friday–Sunday)

· Travel across the Texas and surrounding region

· Must be comfortable driving a company vehicle

· Clean driving record required