Job Description
Live Nation's Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to
experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated Amphitheaters to our
Global Touring team, from Ticketing and Venue Operations to Marketing and Sales... we foster a
fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free
concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement
and adoption/fertility support... it's no wonder we are certified as a Great Place to Work
organization and one of People Magazine's ''50 Companies that Care''. We want everyone to feel
like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career
and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has
never been a better time to join Live Nation.
THE JOB
Live Nation is seeking a Backstage Experience Coordinator for the [INSERT VENUE NAME]. The
position will directly report to the venue General Manger. The Backstage Experience Coordinator
(BEC) will be responsible for administering various Live Nation and venue designed programs to
support local production & touring personnel. The Backstage Experience Coordinator will
maintain back of house expectations & backstage division-wide goals while ensuring that our
Artist Commitment is met or exceeded. This role will act as a hospitality-focused position
ensuring a phenomenal experience for touring personnel backstage. This is a seasonal, hourly
position. Scheduled hours will vary depending on business needs and may be scheduled up to 40
hours per week or more during peak season.
WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
• In partnership with the venue Production Manager, the Backstage Experience Coordinator is
responsible for administering various Live Nation and venue designed programs to
support local production & touring personnel.
• The Backstage Experience Coordinator will maintain back of house hospitality
expectations & backstage division-wide goals.
• The Backstage Experience Coordinator will meet & greet the tours upon arrival to the
venue and be available to assign dressing rooms and is the point of contact for all
hospitality needs.
• Where possible - wash, dry and fold all tour laundry as well as hand and bath towels. The
Backstage Experience Coordinator will check dressing rooms periodically through the day
to tidy up and collect any towels to be washed.
• Partner with local backstage catering to ensure the Artists rider requirements are met
and the culinary experience exceeds the artist's and touring personnel's expectations.
• Show CARE by participating in the venue's sustainability program which could include
implementing programs that conserve resources/prevent waste such as sorting waste
and collecting recycling and educating the bands about our efforts.
• Will be the backstage brand ambassador and the face of the service culture program.
• Responsible for completing the Post Event Service Recap and analyze other venue service
reports to create action plans for service improvements in partnership with the Artist
Services team & Venue PM.
• Research best practices and collaborate with the Artist Services team & Venue PM to
develop venue opportunities to increase engagement, increase Artist/Crew satisfaction.
• Work with Production Managers & Catering Teams to help facilitate advances.
• Pre and post show walk through with checklist to make ready all backstage Artist &
Touring crew areas and notate any damage to be repairs.
• Oversee all dressing room and bus stock, including after-show meal coordination.
• In coordination with the General and Production Managers, co-manage any applicable
backstage program budget and process vendor invoices.
• Will act as the lead in maintaining metrics and sharing information with the Artist
Services Team, tracking historic data on Tours & details regarding Artist choices/favorites
and manage the backstage tour personnel survey and competition rate for your venue.
• Partner with the venue's Production Manager, Artist Services team and LN Tour rep to
create memorable, hospitality-minded moments at every show, including but not limited
to birthdays and special celebrations.
WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING
• Must be able to maintain composure around high profile artists/guests and work in an
often hectic and loud environment.
• Must have strong organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Proficient computer skills required including the ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Possess a positive outlook, strong communication skills and the ability to engage others.
• Must possess strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated experience finding creative
solutions.
• 1 years' plus of backstage/production/hospitality experience.
• 2-3 years' plus of work experience in a comparable role.
• 1-2 years' plus of leadership experience.
• Has a natural interest in helping others and a heart for service.
• Position requires constant physical activity such as walking, climbing stairs, lifting and
carrying equipment.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. using proper lifting techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Communications, Marketing, Business, Human
Resources, or something comparable preferred.
• Public speaking or meeting facilitation skills is a plus
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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
home life. 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, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring
responsibilities.
Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age
(40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices),
family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical
disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition
(including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status,
political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex
(including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy,
childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation,
or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or
regulation.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g68qv8-3-15-7-7-42 in your application.