Talent Buyer

Job Description

WHO ARE YOU?

Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at talent curation? Then you're in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of talent curation space. Is this you? Read on…

THE ROLE

Insomniac is looking for a Talent Buyer who will be responsible for supporting and executing all aspects of talent booking for Festivals. The Talent Buyer will manage all aspects of music booking: budgets, scheduling, contracts, promotion, marketing, ticket sales, daily administrative reports and staff and production coordination. This is not a remote position and must be willing to relocate to Los Angeles, CA.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support VP, Concerts & Talent Buyer on all festival, rave and concert bookings
• Assist curating eclectic show lineups
• Day-to-day administrative tasks including but not limited to; approving contracts, following up on offers, advancing with marketing for assets, proof reading grids and set times
• Execute annual business plan for events, ensuring we hit targeted goals
• Maintain current promotional partnerships domestically and internationally
• Develop new and maintain venue relationships
• Partner with artists and their managers on creating any new hard ticket or touring opportunities
• Execute strategic brand planning to accelerate brand growth to meet goals and objectives
• Study market trends now and in the future to identify emerging trends and opportunities on short-term long-term basis
• Field and make calls for Talent Buyer and following up with correspondence as needed
• Partner with Production and Operations team on developing budgets, settlements, and site advancements for each show
• Attend and work company events (domestic/international travel expected, economy class)
• Assist with other duties as assigned on a regular or occasional basis

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree or related experience
• Required 5+ years' experience in music entertainment industry talent curation, promotions, or business development
• Proficient user of Microsoft suite
• Must have clean criminal and driving record, valid driver's license, passport, and car insurance

WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
• May work in drastic temperature climates onsite at our shows
• Must be willing to travel to work during evening, weekend hours and travel to events, as required

Applicants for employment in the US must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gk55xq-18-222-69-152-42 in your application.