Bookings Manager

Join Live Nation, the global leader in live entertainment! Promoting more than 40,000 shows annually for over 5,000 artists across 46 countries. In Australia and New Zealand, we deliver top-tier entertainment, from international concert tours and boutique music events to comedy, festivals, and more. The newest addition to the venue family, Waikato Regional Theatre, is one of four venues in New Zealand, joining a network of seven across Australia. Role Objective: Be at the forefront of live entertainment as the talented and driven Booking Manager for the newly constructed Waikato Regional Theatre. In this exciting role, you will source and secure the best performing arts-based content for the theatre and other Live Nation New Zealand venues including Spark Arena. Working closely with the Head of Bookings and Content, you will manage the content diary, oversee venue bookings, and foster strong relationships with event promoters and hirers. This is your chance to shape the programming for one of New Zealand’s most anticipated cultural venues. Key Responsibilities:

1. Content Programming: Source and secure a variety of commercial content tailored to the venue's audience.
2. Diary Management: Coordinate and maintain the venue bookings diary with accuracy and timeliness.
3. System Champion: Lead the adoption and optimisation of the Elite booking system, ensuring staff training and system updates.
4. Client Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with event promoters and hirers, ensuring exceptional service throughout.
5. Contract Administration: Generate and manage venue contracts and invoicing, ensuring seamless event execution.
6. Data Management: Maintain accurate client and venue bookings databases, ensuring up-to-date information.
7. Reporting: Prepare weekly and monthly reports on bookings, data analysis, venue sales, and industry trends.
8. Event Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams to ensure all events run smoothly and meet client expectations.

Required Skills and Experience:

1. Proven experience in a similar role, including live events, venue programming, or contract management.
2. Strong understanding of contract administration and negotiation.
3. Experience in theatre or performing arts is highly advantageous.
4. Excellent relationship management skills with outstanding written and verbal communication.
5. Proficiency in venue management software such as Ungerboeck, Elite, or TM1, alongside Microsoft Office Suite.
6. Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
7. A proactive, adaptable approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
8. High attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.
9. A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The Benefits:

1. A vibrant, entertainment-focused workplace that values creativity and collaboration.
2. Benefits like health insurance, wellness programs, and mental health support.
3. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Access to concerts, events, and other entertainment perks.

Live Nation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are dedicated to fostering an environment that celebrates individuality and equality. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities, and are proud to provide a workplace that supports professional growth, personal aspirations, and work-life balance. By embracing diversity, we aim to create a space where everyone can thrive and contribute to shaping the future of live entertainment.

About Us

Recognized three years in a row by Great Place to Work and named one of People Magazine’s top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster , mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues , production leaders in Concerts , exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship , and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations. We recognize that our most important assets are our employees, the rock stars who keep the live experience going. Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the great perks we offer to support our global workforce of more than 38,000. For any stage in your career, our many unique benefit programs are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment to support recent grads, six months of paid caregiver leave to support new parents, perks like Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker along with you on work trips) and Music @ Home (stipend to cultivate your little ones’ music interest), and tuition reimbursement to fuel your ongoing professional development. Plus, working for the world's largest live event and ticketing company means you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, sports games, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge. There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment. #J-18808-Ljbffr