Artist Booker
On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Curate shows by booking world-class emerging talent across all genres for a complex monthly schedule of 30-40 events, ensuring diversity and inclusion standards are met. Oversee production and artist setups, negotiate artist fees for premium experiences, and support marketing efforts by highlighting artist USPs. Scout rising artists by building relationships with managers, labels, and agents, while overseeing the artist committee and onboarding process. Actively seek artists to drive attendance, organize community engagement initiatives like Jam nights, and represent Sofar in the London creative scene. Sell and execute private shows, festival curations, and advance the annual Sofar Fringe festival.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience as a promoter, booking live music events or event production
- You already have a network of contacts in the industry that can be tapped into
- You can assess the quality of an artist without judgement, and no matter your genre preference
- You have exceptional time management skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
- You're an engaging and clear communicator who can manage different personality types with empathy
- You're highly organisational, and can easily maintain efficient operations and systems
- You have a track record of upholding quality – even in high volume environments
- You have a strong sense of ownership; self-motivated with a willingness and eagerness to learn
- You have a commercial mindset and can spot opportunities
- You have knowledge of the music industry, including current trends and market demands
- You spend most of your spare time at gigs, festivals and live and breathe new music
- You have a passion for the live events industry and emerging talent
- You take initiative; are driven and a hard-working individual with a growth mindset
- You keep calm under pressure and are a good problem solver
- You have a passion for shaping London culture through music driven experiences
- This is a phenomenal opportunity for someone who lives and breathes music
- has commercial acumen
- is deeply plugged into London's creative and cultural scene
- If you've got an eye for talent
- an understanding of live event and production logistics
- a passion for building real community through music
- Please note that this position is based in London
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