Events & Entertainment

Imagine planning stuff for a living — from rock concerts, weddings, conventions to immersive festivals. That’s the Events & Entertainment world: where creativity meets logistics, deadlines meet glitter, and you need both organizational superpowers and a flair for showmanship. Whether you’re an event planner, stage tech, performer, venue manager or content creator — this sector is wide, vibrant, and always evolving. On this page you’ll find CV templates & job-examples for Event Managers, Production Staff, Entertainment Marketing, Performers, Venue Operations, etc.

$ 78,729

Average Salary

11%

Annual Sector Growth

15,500

Job offer

96,915

Companies

Industry Trends

  1. Hybrid & virtual / hybrid events are growing: combining in-person + online components. 

  2. Strong comeback from COVID-19 disruptions: live events, concerts, festivals are returning with momentum. 

  3. Increased use of technology: VR/AR, immersive experiences, streaming, live-broadcast to supplement physical attendance. 

  4. Sponsorship & brand partnerships becoming more essential for financing and reach. 

  5. Focus on safety, sustainability & experience: eco-friendly practices, attendee wellbeing, accessibility, clearer health protocols. (Post-pandemic concern.) 

Required Skills

  • Excellent organizational & project planning skills

  • Event budgeting & financial management

  • Communication & negotiation (vendors, clients, stakeholders)

  • Digital literacy / tech skills (event-tech, streaming tools, hybrid event platforms)

  • Problem solving & adaptability (sudden changes, logistics, crises)

Resume Samples

Events & Entertainment

Resume Example Event Coordinator with practical examples and advice.

Events & Entertainment

Resume Example Event Manager with practical examples and advice.

Events & Entertainment

Resume Example Event Photographer with practical examples and advice.

Events & Entertainment

Resume Example Event Planner with practical examples and advice.

Events & Entertainment

Resume Example Entry-Level Event Planner with practical examples and advice.

Events & Entertainment

Resume Example Director of Events with practical examples and advice.