LN Concerts, Talent Buyer

Live Nation Entertainment•Wallingford, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Working with promoters, marketing, and production teams, the Talent Buyer plans and executes concerts and manages internal processes related to those events. The role oversees event marketing, ticketing, and production; handles artist-agent relationships and negotiations; manages budgets and event forecasts; and coordinates on-site show operations and settlements. The position requires travel to upstate New York for show coverage and settlements.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of music and concerts, both historical and contemporary.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Impeccable organizational skills.
Self-starter.
3–5 years of experience in the music booking, concert, and/or event industry.
High level of expertise in MS Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Establish, build, and maintain positive relations with agents, managers, and industry representatives.
Oversee marketing, ticketing, and production for each booked event.
Handle regional local agents and assist with national acts where appropriate.
Negotiate contractual agreements between Live Nation and artist agents.
Research local bands and develop local stand-alone nights.
Establish relationships with industry contacts.
Manage each event’s budget to support financial success.
Execute night-of artist and venue settlements at a variety of venues.
Coordinate with production managers to support successful on-site shows.
Coordinate with alliances departments on submission and approval of sponsor initiatives.
Prepare forecast projections for booked events.
Manage required internal documentation, including ROME, calendars, and ticketing.
Maintain calendars at booked venues.
Represent Live Nation at industry and office events as requested.
Ensure and maintain superior customer service.
Travel to upstate New York for show coverage and settlements.

Benefits

Medical, vision, dental, and mental health benefits for employees and family.
Access to a health care concierge and Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts.
Free concert tickets.
Paid time off, including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days.
401(k) program with company match.
Stock reimbursement program.
New-parent programs, including caregiver leave.
Fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support.
Career and skill development programs through School of Live.
Tuition reimbursement.
Student loan repayment.
Volunteer time off.
Crowdfunding match.