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Local Event Producer & Promoter (freelance, commission only) (copy)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $42,900.00 - $76,300.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

flexible schedule
commission-based pay
Training and Development
Global network collaboration
Opportunity for entrepreneurial ownership
Access to global resources
Supportive team environment

Job Description

Sofar is a unique and innovative live entertainment company founded in 2009 in a London flat. It was created to revive the magic of live music, which was perceived to be diminishing, and has since grown into a global movement that embraces not only music but also comedy, dance, singles, and other art forms. This expansion keeps the core spirit of discovering and supporting rising talent. Sofar has been a launching pad for a remarkable lineup of artists such as Billie Eilish, Jack Harlow, Leon Bridges, and many others, offering them a professional platform that integrates both physical events and... 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
  • confident pitching ideas and event concepts
  • strong local network and cultural fluency
  • proactive and resourceful approach
  • effective time management
  • clear communication skills
  • ability to work independently
  • flexible schedule to work evenings and weekends

Job Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in live event curation, production, and promotions
  • experience selling event sponsorships or marketing activations, preferably in the live events or experiential marketing space
  • confident pitching ideas and event concepts to potential sponsors and have a track record of closing partnership deals
  • strong pulse on your city, the unique nature of each neighborhood, and where people like to spend their free time
  • natural connector who excels at building relationships with diverse community-driven organizations, media partners, or local businesses
  • understands how to promote and build strategic alliances that sell more tickets
  • takes pride in work and maintains professionalism and ownership
  • exceptional time management skills
  • clear communicator
  • able to work autonomously but remains 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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