Event Rental Sales Associate for Event Drapery and Curtain Rentals

Location: Newark, NJ

Set the Stage for Stunning Events, One Curtain at a Time

Do you thrive where creativity meets commerce? Our client is searching for a Business Development Manager who can turn relationships into revenue and visions into velvet. From elegant weddings and corporate galas to graduations and grand openings, you'll help venues and producers transform spaces with dramatic drapery and soft goods that make every event unforgettable.

Your Role in the Spotlight:

You'll be the front of house ambassador for our curtain rental and production services; driving new business, expanding partnerships, and ensuring every event feels like a standing ovation. You'll work hand in hand with planners, production companies, and venue managers to craft visual magic and deliver seamless experiences from first call to final cue.

What You'll Be Doing:

Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities across the event and entertainment industries

Build and nurture client relationships with event planners, rental companies, and production teams

Create proposals and quotes for drapery rentals, scenic elements, and full-service installations

Collaborate with operations and design teams to ensure flawless execution and on-time delivery

Attend industry events, site visits, and showcases to promote brand visibility

Track opportunities, analyze trends, and help shape growth strategy for key markets

Your Toolkit:

Proven background in sales or business development, ideally in event production, rentals, or live entertainment

Understanding of event logistics, staging, and venue operations

Strong communication and relationship building skills

Eye for design and attention to detail you know when a space needs a little more drama

Comfortable with CRM systems, quoting tools, and project coordination

Bonus Applause If You Have:

Existing relationships with event planners, venues, or production companies

Knowledge of soft goods, rigging, or drapery systems

Experience managing regional territories or major event accounts

A passion for transforming empty spaces into show ready masterpieces

About Theater Outsource

Theater Outsource is a specialized recruiting firm serving the live events, production, and entertainment technology industries. From theaters and themed attractions to AV integrators and system manufacturers, we connect top technical and creative talent with the companies that bring experiences to life.

With a network of over 4,000 vetted professionals nationwide, we understand the balance of artistry, engineering, and precision it takes to make every show a success. Our placements range from rigging supervisors and project managers to engineers, installers, and field technicians.

At Theater Outsource, our philosophy is simple:

We deliver the Talent