National Programming Manager — Flexible Scheduling

Live Nation, Inc; City of Melbourne, Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Concert tickets

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness programs

Mental health support

Volunteer days

Job summary

Live Nation Australasia is seeking a National Programming Manager for an 18-month fixed-term contract based in Melbourne or Sydney. You’ll identify touring artists and events to bring to our venues, shaping annual programming and driving attendance across the portfolio.

Negotiate with promoters, manage programming budgets and forecasts, and collaborate with Bookings, Marketing, Venue, and Finance teams to maximize revenue and audience engagement, including occasional night and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Proven background in venue booking, talent buying or programming.
• Strong negotiation skills and contract terms experience.
• Experience managing budgets and P&Ls.
• Ability to spot programming opportunities early and turn them into paid shows.
• Clear, credible communication with promoters, agents, artists and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Content acquisition: Identify artists and events planning to tour Australia and get venues into routing conversations early.
• Programming strategy: Shape and deliver annual programming plans that fill dark dates and lift utilisation.
• Deal making: Negotiate with promoters and agents to fill calendar gaps in line with strategic goals.
• Relationship building: Build lasting partnerships with promoters, agents and artists who trust our venues.
• Commercial ownership: Manage programming budgets, event P&Ls and forecasts to deliver revenue and profitability targets.
• Team collaboration: Work with Bookings, Marketing, Venue, Finance and Sponsorship teams to grow attendance and premium sales.

Skills

Booking experience

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Passion for live

Job description

Live Nation Australasia is seeking a National Programming Manager for an 18-month fixed-term contract based in Melbourne or Sydney. You’ll identify touring artists and events to bring to our venues, shaping annual programming and driving attendance across the portfolio.

Negotiate with promoters, manage programming budgets and forecasts, and collaborate with Bookings, Marketing, Venue, and Finance teams to maximize revenue and audience engagement, including occasional night and weekend work.