Overview
To implement, manage and promote a full events program across the company venues, including live music, club nights, entertainment activities, corporate hires, etc. Ensure a healthy profit line through ticket sales and associated F&B sales. Develop promotions strategies for the events programs, manage print media campaigns and assist with social media advertising and content production
Responsibilities
1. Develop and implement a booking strategy that fits with each brand and venue across the company
2. Manage any existing event programs, consolidating bookings and promotions
3. Source, negotiate and book new live music acts, DJ’s and other entertainments (quizzes, social groups, film clubs, bingo nights, etc)
4. Manage each venues events calendar, ensuring efficient scheduling and coordination of all upcoming shows
5. Maximise profitability through appropriate ticketing, contract negotiations and integration of venue F&B resources, liaising with site managers and HO operations teams
6. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with agents, promoters, artists, and local business partners to generate repeat business and new opportunities
7. Troubleshoot any scheduling issues and provide cover if needed
8. Work closely with the Marketing team to ensure effective communication on event programs. Communicate to the wider team on relevant updates and campaigns
9. Attend frequent Marketing and creative meetings to feedback, suggest and discuss relevant topics.
10. Work closely with the Directors on budget allocation, using given budgets effectively and efficiently
Work closely with the Ops team on any relevant projects, including F&B offers, promotions and in-venue activities
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
· Have a strong, existing network of live music promoters, DJ’s, etc.
· Ability to complete tasks and projects within a deadline
· Ability to manage budgets and understand how to maximize profitability
· Excellent time management skills
· Excellent verbal and written skills
· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
DESIRABLE SKILLS
· Industry experience in either an in-house or agency role
· Experience of working in a fast-paced environment
· Ability to understand a brand and continue to strengthen its presence