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Local Event Producer & Promoter (freelance, commission only)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Consulting
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Compensation

Salary
Range $1,200.00 - $6,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

flexible schedule
commission-based pay
remote work opportunities
Professional Development
global network
training and resources
Creative autonomy

Job Description

Sofar is an innovative global live music and events company that began in a London flat in 2009 with a mission to restore the magic of live music. Since its inception, Sofar has evolved into an international movement that not only centers on music but also encompasses comedy, dance, and singles events, dedicated to showcasing emerging talent in unique and intimate settings. Over the years, Sofar has become known for discovering rising stars who have gone on to achieve widespread recognition, such as Billie Eilish, Jack Harlow, Leon Bridges, and Hozier among others. The company's approach is characterized by intimate,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be based in the designated city
  • 3-5 years of experience in live event curation, production, and promotions
  • Experience selling event sponsorships or marketing activations
  • Ability to pitch ideas and close partnership deals
  • Strong knowledge of local city neighborhoods and audience preferences
  • Excellent relationship-building skills with community organizations, media, and businesses
  • Proactive, resourceful, and entrepreneurial mindset
  • Strong time management and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends for events

Job Qualifications

  • You have deep connections to your local scene and play an active role in building community around it
  • You have 3-5 years of experience in live event curation, production, and promotions
  • You have experience selling event sponsorships or marketing activations, preferably in the live events or experiential marketing space
  • You’re confident pitching ideas and event concepts to potential sponsors and have a track record of closing partnership deals
  • You have a strong pulse on your city, the unique nature of each neighborhood, and where people like to spend their free time
  • You’re a natural connector and excel at building relationships with diverse community-driven organizations, media partners, or local businesses that would add strategic and financial value to your vertical’s growth
  • You understand how to promote and build strategic alliances that will ultimately sell more tickets at our shows
  • You take pride in your work and approach every opportunity with professionalism and ownership, ensuring the best experience for artists, venues, partners, and guests
  • You have exceptional time management skills and are a clear communicator
  • You can work autonomously, but understand the importance of remaining connected to the broader organization

Job Duties

  • Strengthen Sofar’s brand in your local community, promoting and selling tickets in your city with self-directed local marketing tactics
  • Create a vision to build and execute your city’s strategy - number of monthly shows, neighborhoods, show theme ideas, etc.
  • Lead curation and booking for experiences in your city with the highest-quality, diverse set of artists and venues, continuing to grow our networks, as needed
  • Own the staffing and quality of shows in your local market, working to ensure magical experiences that are rooted in hospitality
  • Manage your city’s financial performance, ensuring financial success and health of every event
  • Build relationships with local businesses to drive sales of sponsorships and private events
  • Identify and build relationships with local organizations with like-minded audiences to build community, broaden our reach, and co-promote shows
  • Collaborate with other local leaders to grow your city through diverse experiences that generate buzz and amplify Sofar’s brand awareness
  • Support Sofar’s Business Partnerships and Global Communities teams by ensuring high-quality curation and seamless event operations for inbound partnership opportunities that elevate the Sofar brand

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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