Comedy Touring Coordinator

The MRG Group; Montreal West; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on concerts/shows

Career development opportunities

Participation in the MRG Travel Ambassador Program

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Montreal West is seeking a Comedy Touring Coordinator to assist in the booking and execution of comedy shows. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in events and a keen interest in the comedy community. This full-time position offers a fun work environment, career development opportunities, and employee discounts on events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in events/entertainment.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with overlapping deadlines.
• Interest and awareness of the comedy community is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist Comedy Buyers on daily tasks including booking and contracting.
• Communicate with venues across Canada for rates and availability.
• Prepare offers for review and assist in show execution.
• Maintain updated information in Asana and other files.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work effectively with remote teams

Collaborative communication style

Interest in the comedy community

Bilingual in English and French

Tools

Slack

Asana

Job description

Base pay range

CA$48,000.00/yr - CA$55,000.00/yr

Who we are:

The MRG Group is a leader in experience creation. In operation since 2008, The MRG Group has grown to become Canada’s largest independent entertainment company, and through its ownership of 10 hospitality properties and 7 venues across Canada, the business is passionate about providing positive shareable experiences for its guests, 500+ employees, and partners. In addition, The MRG Group owns and operates an events business, travel company, digital publication, and ticketing service AdmitONE.

Who you are:

Reporting to the Director, Senior Talent Buyer, the Comedy Touring Coordinator will be responsible for assisting and supporting the entire booking, contracting, and execution process for comedy shows across MRG’s portfolio. You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects at once. With a keen interest in the comedy community and industry trends, you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy being part of the process that brings live comedy tours to Canadian audiences.

The Fine Print:

• Assist Comedy Buyers on all daily tasks.
• Communicate with external venues across Canada for rates and date availability.
• Request avails, create avails grids, and submit Challenges.
• Prepare offers for review.
• Assist and oversee booking and execution process with and for Comedy Buyers.
• Internally traffic information for confirmed shows.
• Keep Asana and show confirmation files updated.
• Liaise between marketing, ticketing, business affairs and financial departments in relation to show execution.
• Support in pre-show planning and day-of-show production management.
• Develop a network of local artists and comedy industry contacts.
• Assist in show settlement preparation and execution.
• Provide producing support across tours and festivals, as required.
• Be a leader in displaying diligence, discipline and attention to detail.
• Compile Comedy Industry Research.
• Play close attention to competitors and what tours are being announced in the US.
• Track American Tours for potential Canadian plays.
• Manage all key Festival Programming timelines and critical paths.
• Actively contribute ideas to comedy Programming meetings and brainstorming sessions.
• Prepare talent grids and documents as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Due to the nature of the work, after hours correspondence may be required.

We are looking for someone with:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in events/entertainment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with remote teams using Slack, Asana, and other tools.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with overlapping deadlines.
• Transparent and collaborative communication style.
• Bilingual in English and French (preferred)
• Interest, awareness, and/or connections within the comedy community (an asset).

What’s In It For You?

• Participation in the MRG Travel Ambassador Program.
• Employee discounts on our concerts/shows, at our hospitality venues.
• A fun and casual environment. You will be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters.
• Career development opportunities with a company that encourages individuals to learn and grow.

Other things you need to know:

• This position is full-time in office 5 days a week.
• The MRG Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
• If you require accommodations during recruitment process, please contact

Thank you for your interest in MRG. Given the anticipated interest in this role, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Events Services