Event Managers for hire in Lafayette, LA

Find event managers who coordinate logistics, oversee budgets and plan details for successful events, ensuring your events meet all objectives while helping guest experience and engagement. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Lafayette, LA to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills10%
    Leadership9%
    Organizational Skills7%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree58%
    High school diploma or GED16%
    Associate's degree12%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years2%
    3-5 years8%
    6-10 years24%
  • Current company

    Belle Vie Hospitality
    Bon Temps Grill Events and Catering
    Boyd Gaming
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year16%
    1-2 years18%
    2-5 years21%

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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Event Manager: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Lafayette, LA: $43,800 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $32,513$59,005 yearly

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  • Assistant General Manager

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseTIPSCPRServsafeFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Culinary ExperienceProfit and Loss AnalysisHospitality ManagementFood SafetyOrganizing EventsEvent Coordination
  • Operations Manager

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Microsoft Office SpecialistCertified BookkeeperASE CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management
  • Assistant Property Manager

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Bartender LicenseFirst Aid CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseCPRCertified Property Manager+4 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills
  • Assistant General Manager

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Host/Hostess ExperienceTABC CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeHospitality Management

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer Service
  • General Manager/Contract Manager

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Act 120Lean Six Sigma Yellow BeltDriver's LicenseCPR

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills
  • Senior Operations Manager

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRForklift Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementStrategic PlanningFinancial ConceptsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsPublic Speaking

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What's the average time to fill an event manager role?

The average time to fill an event manager role is 56 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do event managers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an event manager include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for an event manager?

Common licenses or certifications for event managers include: Driver's License, Servsafe and CPR.

What are some job titles related to event managers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to event managers include: operations manager, assistant general manager and director of sales.

What level of education is common for an event manager?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for an event manager in Lafayette, LA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an event manager?

Most event managers have 12 years of professional experience.

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