Junior Event Planner

Grand Prairie, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $24.00 - $35.25

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedule

Job Description

Hillwood, a Perot Company, is a renowned full-service real estate investment and development firm distinguished by its culture of integrity, respect, excellence, and teamwork. As a premier real estate developer, investor, and advisor, Hillwood operates on a global scale delivering exceptional value and opportunities to investors, partners, and communities. The company's approach integrates deep expertise with innovative strategies to develop world-class real estate projects that positively impact the communities in which they operate. More details about Hillwood’s impressive portfolio and community involvement can be found at www.hillwood.com.

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Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in event management, hospitality, marketing, or related field
1-3 years of experience in event planning, hospitality, or corporate production
Experience in luxury hospitality, private-property venues, or corporate event settings preferred
Strong organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, and event-management software
Design-oriented mindset and attention to detail
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent guest service and hospitality skills

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field
1-3 years of professional experience in event planning, hospitality, or corporate production settings
Experience in luxury hospitality, private-property venues, or corporate event settings preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent verbal and written communication
comfortable interacting with executives, vendors, and high-profile guests
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, and event-management software such as Social Tables, Asana, Cvent
Design-oriented mindset and keen eye for detail from table styling to signage placement
Calm under pressure, flexible, resourceful, and solutions-driven
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as event schedule requires

Job Duties

Assist in event development and delivery from small executive meetings to large-scale gatherings
Support venue layout design, rental coordination, and vendor management including AV, catering, décor, transportation, floral
Create and maintain detailed event timelines, production schedules, and run-of-show documents
Manage RSVP lists and guest communications
Assist with vendor quotes, purchase orders, and expense tracking to keep projects within budget
Serve as a key point of contact during event setup, execution, and breakdown
Support set-up and tear-down ensuring all spaces meet brand and safety standards
Provide exceptional guest service and hospitality to executives, property owners, and VIP attendees
Anticipate and troubleshoot event-day challenges with professionalism and poise
Uphold the Circle T Ranch aesthetic blending elevated design with Texas heritage
Collaborate on branded materials such as event signage, invitations, and menus
Contribute creative ideas for event styling, décor, and experiential elements
Assist in scheduling and updating the master event calendar
Support scheduling, internal communications, and event recap reporting
Participate in on-site walk-throughs, post-event debriefs, and annual planning sessions

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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