Job Summary:

Company: Academy Music Group

Department: Academy Events

Location: Brixton, London

Reports to: Academy Events Office Manager

Working Hours: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

Role Description

The Promoter’s Assistant works as the support function for the team of Academy Events promoters, who programme shows and tours across the estate. The role is responsible for supporting the administration of the promoter’s shows and liaising with promoters, other department admin staff, venues, agents and artists. Ideally, you will have your finger to the pulse of up-and-coming new artists and already actively seeking out new acts by regularly attending new band nights.

The role requires a pro-active approach to the business and hit the ground running, working effectively and efficiently to meet the needs of the team. This is a rarely available opportunity to work for some of the UK’s most respected and experienced promoters as part of a friendly, inclusive and supportive team. If you have already some promoting on a small scale, that would be a big advantage!

Who you are

Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience

Prior experience in a similar role in the entertainment industryStrong ability to multitask / organisational skillsStrong level of numeracy skillsProactive, takes initiative and has high level of problem-solving skillsAbility to prioritise and work to tight deadlines under pressure.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Skilled in MS Office

Behaviours

The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success

Would suit a self-starter with a passion for the music industryAbility to be a true team player, happy to get stuck into a busy environmentHighly detail-oriented, structured, and accuracy-driven

What the role includes

Making sure all log, records and templates are kept up to date and developed in line with the needs of the teamGenerating show confirmationsVenue availabilities and tour routingHelping to find support bandsBuilding relationships with agents and artist managersActively seek out new acts and agents to bring into the Academy Events foldAttend shows either with or in place with the promoter as requestedLead on small shows as directed by the promoter

Equal Opportunities

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion.  You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work.  We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife.  As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.  It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

The Company

Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK’s leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.

AMG is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday 9th April 2025. We reserve the right to close applications at anytime so encourage early application where possible.

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