Entertainment Manager - Pedestrian Job

about us:

We are Solution Entertainment, Australia’s leading entertainment agency. We are a highly skilled team with a background in PR, events, production and marketing. Since 2007, we have combined great brands with spectacular entertainment for compelling performances.

Our aim is to take the pressure off our customers. Our expertise and professionalism ensure that we are able to match them with the best handpicked talent in Australia. Focus on the details and don’t lose sight of their purpose. (But we’ll certainly have some fun along the way.)

That’s why we make magic

But above all? you get the result.

About roles:

An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate entertainment manager working with the SE team to manage a diverse portfolio of clients across major, corporate and private events.

This is a hands-on role acting as a liaison between clients and performers. Develop concept proposals, new entertainment strategies, and identify relevant talent to complement the client profile and budget.

You will be working in a dynamic team, so you will need to thrive in a motivated, enthusiastic, fast-paced environment and pay attention to detail. A team player and a love of entertainment is a must!

Responsibilities include:

• Envision, create, budget, plan, manage and execute a variety of entertainment across our SE client portfolio
• Maintain and build strong relationships with clients, talent and suppliers
• Manage all aspects of end-to-end entertainment including casting, scheduling, music direction, talent and supplier management, AV and production specifications, and OH&S requirements
• Respond to inquiries from clients and suppliers professionally and within agreed timeframes
• Contract negotiations with personnel, suppliers and other industry experts
• Coordinate vendors to ensure all services are delivered as agreed and within budget
• Manage all operational aspects related to entertainment and ensure they run smoothly
• Proposal writing, budget management, scheduling, run sheet management
• Stage management as needed
• Attend meetings with clients and manage relevant WIPs, agendas, schedules, etc.
• Support GM with business development strategy and execution
• Mentor direct and indirect reports and act as a team player
• Maintain SE brand value in all transactions

Required Skills:

• Solid understanding of the entertainment industry
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• sound negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects at any time
• attention to detail
• Works well, performs well under pressure, and manages competing priorities effectively
• Communicate effectively with clients, suppliers, venues and talent
• Be prepared to travel and work after hours when necessary
• Has a collaborative, collaborative, solution-oriented mindset and a do-it-yourself attitude
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• A desire to learn and grow professionally
• 2+ years of experience in the event industry or equivalent

does it sound like you?

Please send your resume and application cover letter, including why you would like to work for Solution Entertainment. Applications without a cover letter and portfolio will not be considered.

We are waiting for your reply!