Tour Manager

Position Type:
Contract

Number of Openings: 2

Tour Duration: ~11 weeks

Estimated Launch:
April–May (TBD)

Training

Location:

Activate HQ – Ferndale, MI (required, prior to launch)

Tour Geography:
Southern & National markets (LA, TX, FL, Cooperstown, NY; additional locations TBD)

Activate is seeking two Tour Managers / Tour Operators to support a national experiential tour. This role is responsible for transporting, installing, monitoring, and striking a mobile activation, as well as serving as the on‑site operational point person during event days.

This position is not a brand ambassador role. Tour Managers will not actively engage consumers once the activation is live. Instead, they will focus on operations, vehicle management, setup/teardown, and technical troubleshooting to ensure smooth daily execution.

• Touring to sporting events and large public gatherings
• On‑site demo and education around a mobile app, encouraging consumer subscriptions
• Activation includes technology components and a photo booth element

Transportation & Vehicle Operations

Safely operate tour vehicles:

• Truck pulling a trailer
• Box truck

Transport activation assets between tour stops

• Adhere to all applicable DOT and safety regulations
• Conduct basic vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs
• Set up and tear down all activation elements at each stop
• Load and unload equipment and assets
• Ensure activation footprint is properly installed and secured

Serve as the on‑site operational lead during activations

Remain on standby while the activation is live to:

• Monitor the space
• Assist with troubleshooting technical or structural issues
• Address minor repairs or adjustments as needed
• Coordinate with Activate producers and venue contacts as required
• Assist with setup and basic troubleshooting of:
• Photo booth components
• Escalate technical issues to the appropriate team when needed
• (Tech‑savvy candidates strongly preferred)

• Valid driver’s license required
• CDL not required, but strongly preferred
• Comfortable driving and maneuvering a truck with trailer and/or box truck
• Experience with live events, touring activations, production, or mobile marketing preferred
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable working independently on the road
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• Ability to stand, bend, crouch, and be physically active for extended periods
• Highly organized with clear communication skills
• Willingness to travel extensively for the duration of the tour