About All Is Joy
All Is Joy is a creative collective and cultural venue located in the heart of Soho, London, based
in the historic former Warner Bros. De Lane Lea building — a space with a rich legacy in film,
music, and creativity. Our venue brings together a vibrant mix of bar, café, film studios, private
screening rooms, and flexible event spaces. We’re home to a diverse community of members,
artists, promoters, and cultural partners, offering everything from intimate gigs and art
exhibitions to large-scale private events and film productions. Our mission is simple: to create a
space where creativity thrives, connections flourish, and unforgettable experiences are made.
With a private members’ bar at our core and a growing roster of cultural programming, we’re
building a destination that celebrates artistry, collaboration, and the spirit of Soho.
Role Overview
The Events Manager plays a central role in shaping the cultural and social heartbeat of All Is
Joy. You’ll deliver a balanced programme of events that serves our members of the working
collective, while also maximising commercial hire opportunities for the cinema, studios, and
event spaces. From members’ film nights and panel discussions to private screenings and
cultural showcases, you’ll oversee every stage of event planning and delivery, ensuring
compliance with our licence conditions and creating experiences that drive membership growth,
retention, and bar revenue.
This is a hands-on role for a creative, organised, and commercially minded individual who
thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing cultural vision with commercial reality.
Salary & Bonus
Base Salary: £31,000–£34,000 (depending on experience)
Performance Bonus: OTE up to £40,000 per annum, linked to:
Event Profitability (30%) – Across both members’ events and commercial hires.
Shared Target – Member Attendance & Bar Spend (35%) – In collaboration
with the Bar & Membership Manager.
Shared Target – Membership Growth & Retention (35%) – Growing the
collective and keeping engagement high.
Core Responsibilities
1. Event Planning & Programming
Liaise with clients, members, and promoters to determine event goals, requirements,
and budgets.
Develop a balanced calendar of members’ events, cultural programming, and
commercial hires, ensuring compliance with “members of the working collective”
licensing.
Maximise utilisation of the cinema for private screenings, panel discussions, and cultural
events, balancing revenue targets with cultural value.
Coordinate bookings for studios and other event spaces as part of the events
programme.
Create promotional materials in collaboration with marketing to ensure strong event
attendance.
2. Event Delivery & On-Site Management
Oversee set-up and delivery of all events, ensuring high production standards and
smooth operations.
Manage event-day teams, including freelancers and volunteers.
Act as first point of contact for security, technical staff, and the Bar & Membership
Manager during events.
Monitor crowd management, licensing compliance, and health & safety.
3. Post-Event & Business Development
Track event profitability, membership conversions, and bar spend from each event.
Maintain strong relationships with promoters, members, and cultural partners.
Identify new opportunities for programming, partnerships, and hire clients that align with
the venue’s cultural and commercial goals.
Contribute to strategic planning for public cultural events (pending licence variation).
Required Characteristics
Proven experience delivering events from concept to completion.
Strong organisational and communication skills.
Comfortable balancing creative vision with commercial targets.
Understanding of licensing compliance and health & safety in events.
Ability to work evenings/weekends as required.
Desirable Characteristics
Experience with membership-based or private venue programming.
Understanding of cinema/event tech operations.
Existing promoter or industry networks.
Passion for the arts, film, music, and cultural events.
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