AfroTech 2026 | Houston

Houston, TX

Temporary | Event-Based

Location: George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, TX

Event Dates: Sunday, November 1 - Friday, November 6, 2026

Dress Code: All Black Business Casual

Pay Rate: TBD

Pay Date: TBD- Net 30 days post event.

Fierce Staffing Services is seeking polished, professional, and experienced event staff to support AFROTECH™ Conference 2026 in Houston, TX, the largest Black tech conference of the year. This high-visibility, high-expectation assignment brings together a global community of 20,000+ Black tech innovators for a series of digital and in-person events filled with dynamic programming on emerging trends, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and conversations with top tech recruiters. AFROTECH™ Conference 2026 will take place Sunday, November 1 through Friday, November 6, 2026 in Houston, TX. We're looking for team members who bring professionalism, precision, and poise to every shift.

NOTE: A virtual interview MUST be completed to be considered for this position. (Check your spam folder for the interview invitation email.)

Dates: November 1-6, 2026 | Hours: TBD | Positions Available: Multiple

Support the on-the-ground guest experience across registration, hospitality, and general event operations throughout AFROTECH Conference 2026.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Assembling registration packets and leading the attendee registration experience
• Assisting with registration setup and breakdown
• Providing concierge support in the sponsor lounge and VIP office
• Greeting and wayfinding support for attendees
• Serving as Door Monitors, Room Hosts, and Festival Staff as assigned

Dates: November 1-6, 2026 | Hours: Full Days | Positions Available: Multiple

Supervisors provide on-site leadership, ensuring staff performance and client satisfaction throughout the event.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Working full days and monitoring staff attendance
• Supporting client needs on-site
• Communicating directly with Fierce Leadership throughout the event

Pay rates for Supervisor and Management roles will be provided at interview.

• Shift Times: TBD. We are requesting open availability leading into the event, with confirmed shift times to follow.
• Virtual Training (choose one session): Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM CST or Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM CST
• Mandatory In-Person Training: TBD

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Highly professional and polished in appearance and manner
• Strong communicators with excellent customer service instincts
• Calm, composed, and solutions-focused under pressure
• Adaptable and comfortable with shifting priorities in a live event environment
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to performing at a high level
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods throughout a full shift
• Prior experience in conference, convention, hospitality, or large-scale event staffing is strongly preferred

• All black business casual
• Black pants (no rips or tears)
• Black shirt
• Black closed-toe comfortable shoes
• No athletic wear

Fierce Staffing Services LLC is a woman- and minority-owned business bringing quality talent to the hospitality and events industry since 2017. We specialize in placing professional, energetic individuals who bring events to life through meaningful interactions. Our mission is to create flexible, well-paying opportunities for individuals seeking professional experience, extra income, or the chance to be part of major cultural moments. We welcome you to join the Fierce team.

Fierce Staffing is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to join our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

We encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to apply and bring their unique perspectives and talents to our team. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know so we can assist you.