Accreditation Coordinator

Live Nation Entertainment; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Accreditation Coordinator to join their dynamic team for the summer festival season. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the accreditation operations at major UK shows, ensuring a seamless experience for all attendees. As part of a collaborative team, you'll manage the flow of passes, liaise with various departments, and uphold the high standards of the festival. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, a knack for technology, and a passion for live events. Join this vibrant environment and make a significant impact in the world of live entertainment!

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Sheets.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accreditation operation at UK shows, managing a team on-site.
• Coordinate the flow of passes and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Google Sheets

Outlook Express

Organizational Skills

Written English

Job description

Job Summary:

Company: Festival Republic

Location: Farringdon, London

Reports to: Senior Accreditation Manager

Contract Type: Fixed Term, June – August 2025 (3 Months)

Working hours: Full Time, 10.00am -18.00pm plus evenings and weekends onsite.

Role Description

The successful applicant will work within a team of 8 to help implement and manage the pass systems used across festivals, as well as lead the on-site accreditation operation at one of our UK shows.

Full training on the specifics of the role will be given to the correct candidate; however, an understanding of event accreditation systems along with a proven ability to complete basic administrative tasks accurately and in a timely manner are both essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading the accreditation operation at one of our UK shows.
• Liaising with the Senior Accreditation Manager and Event Manager in advance to ensure all production requirements are met.
• Working with internal departments and external contractors to set up and use an online accreditation system, both in advance of the shows as well as on-site.
• Managing a team on site, ensuring all processes and procedures are being followed correctly.

• Responsible for coordinating the flow of passes in and out, i.e. checking passes when they come from the suppliers, repackaging and forwarding to the on-site offices, maintaining clear records of where passes are at all times, being aware of when deliveries are arriving and when passes are required at various events.
• Assist in producing security accreditation sample sheets using PowerPoint
• Responsible for secure logging, storage, and handling of high value items
• Keeping and sharing accurate and up to date records of passes issued to different departments.
• Where possible, working at other UK Festivals with the on-site passes teams (in a non-managerial role), dealing with staff and public in a polite, helpful and appropriate manner to reflect the high standards of the festival and this department.

Requirements, Skills / Knowledge / Experience

• Good working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Google Sheets and Outlook Express.
• Ability to understand and learn new technology and online systems.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Excellent written English and grammar.

Desired

• Understanding of event accreditation structures.
• Experience in the Festival industry.
• Experience in a customer-facing role.

Behaviours

The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success:

• You should have the ability to prioritise your workload whilst working to strict deadlines often under pressure.
• You must be punctual and reliable, with the willingness to work extended hours both in the office and onsite, particularly during our peak period of May-August.
• You should be able to liaise and communicate clearly, competently, and politely with colleagues, suppliers and members of the public.

Equal Opportunities

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 homelife. 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 identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

The Company

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visitwww.livenationentertainment.com

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday 12th May 2025. We reserve the right to close applications at any time.

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