National Live Programming Lead

Live Nation APAC; City of Melbourne; Hybride; AUD 150 000 - 210 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Entertainment perks (concerts/events)

Diversity and inclusion focus

Wellness programs and mental health

Résumé du poste

Venue Nation Australia, a division within Live Nation APAC, is seeking a National Programming Manager on an 18-month fixed-term contract, based in Melbourne or Sydney. You will lead programming across our venues and shape the live calendar for the portfolio.

Responsibilities include content acquisition, deal-making with promoters, budget management, and cross-team collaboration to grow attendance, F&B spend and premium sales.

Qualifications

• Booking experience in venue booking, talent buying or programming.
• Strong negotiation skills for artist fees and terms.
• Experience managing budgets, P&Ls and financial forecasts.
• Ability to spot programming opportunities early and convert them to shows.
• Clear, credible communication with promoters, agents and internal teams.

Responsabilités

• Content acquisition: Identify artists/events touring Australia and route conversations early.
• Programming strategy: Shape annual plans to fill dark dates and lift venue utilisation.
• Deal making: Negotiate with promoters and agents to fill calendar gaps.
• Relationship building: Build partnerships with promoters, agents and artists.
• Commercial ownership: Manage budgets, P&Ls and forecasts to meet revenue targets.
• Team collaboration: Work with Bookings, Marketing, Venue, Finance and Sponsorship to grow attendance and premium sales.

Connaissances

Booking experience

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Strategic thinking

Relationship builder

Passion for live

Description du poste

Venue Nation Australia, a division within Live Nation APAC, is seeking a National Programming Manager on an 18-month fixed-term contract, based in Melbourne or Sydney. You will lead programming across our venues and shape the live calendar for the portfolio.

Responsibilities include content acquisition, deal-making with promoters, budget management, and cross-team collaboration to grow attendance, F&B spend and premium sales.