Live Event Manager

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeEntertainer Full time $90,000 - $120,000
Job Description

As a key player in our team, you will be responsible for managing the bookings calendar for Festival Hall. This dynamic role involves strategic scheduling and event development to ensure the venue remains one of Melbourne's premier live entertainment destinations.

You will oversee the Festival Hall calendar, ensuring accuracy, compliance with booking policies, and maximum venue utilisation. Additionally, you will lead the creation and delivery of venue-produced special events that align with organisational goals and audience demand.

Relationship building is also a critical aspect of this role, as you will establish and maintain strong relationships with promoters, agents, and clients to drive bookings and expand opportunities across the portfolio.

This position requires proactive identification and pursuit of new business opportunities to increase event numbers and broaden the client base.

Supporting negotiations on venue hire agreements and contractual terms, ensuring favourable outcomes for all parties, is another key responsibility.

Event settlement processes, accurate reporting, and data analysis are also integral components of this role.

  • Booking Calendar Management: Oversee the Festival Hall calendar to ensure accuracy and compliance with booking policies.
  • Special Events Development: Lead the creation and delivery of venue-produced special events that align with organisational goals.
  • Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with promoters, agents, and clients to drive bookings.
  • Business Development: Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities to increase event numbers.
  • Negotiation & Contracting: Support negotiations on venue hire agreements and contractual terms.
  • Event Settlement: Oversee event settlement processes.
  • Reporting & Insights: Deliver accurate reports and analyse data to support business growth.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will require:

  • At least 5 years' experience in venue booking, event programming, or live entertainment.
  • A proven ability to foster strong professional partnerships with promoters, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Experience negotiating contracts, artist fees, and event-specific terms with confidence.
  • Skilled at juggling multiple deadlines while keeping the booking calendar precise and up to date.
  • Accuracy in contracts, settlement processes, and reporting.
  • Ability to spot and act on new business opportunities to grow venue success.
  • A team player who thrives working alongside programming, venue, and finance colleagues.
  • Comfortable with venue management systems (VenueElite/Momentus preferred), Microsoft Office, and communication tools like Slack.
  • Genuine enthusiasm for the music and entertainment industry, with drive to contribute to Festival Hall's growth.
Benefits

We offer a vibrant, music-focused workplace fostering creativity and collaboration.

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement are available.

Access to concerts, events, and other entertainment perks is included.

A diverse, equitable workplace where every voice matters is our goal.

Comprehensive benefits, from volunteer days to wellness programs and mental health support, are provided.

Others

We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

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