Head of Contemporary Music

Southbank Centre; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cultural institution in London is looking for a Head of Contemporary Music to curate a diverse programme of 150+ events annually. The role involves overseeing bookings, managing budgets, and fostering relationships within the music industry. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in contemporary music and experience in the commercial sector.

Qualifications

• Track record of leading an innovative contemporary music programme.
• Substantial experience in the commercial music sector.
• Financial experience with show budgets and income targets.

Responsibilities

• Curate the contemporary music programme across the Southbank Centre site.
• Manage and deliver the music programme on time and within budget.
• Develop relationships within the music industry.

Skills

Leading contemporary music programmes

Knowledge of current music scene and genres

Experience in commercial music sector

Budget forecasting

Understanding of global music trends

Job description

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We are currently looking for a Head of Contemporary Music to join on a full time permanent basis.

The Head of Contemporary Music is responsible for curating and overseeing the delivery of 150+ contemporary music events a year across a broad musical landscape, including working with the Head of Classical Music on our contemporary classical programme. These events are a mixture of our own promotions – including the iconic annual Meltdown Festival – and incoming hires.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• To lead on curating the contemporary music programme across the Southbank Centre site and online.
• To be responsible for the booking, management and delivery of the contemporary music programme on time and to agreed budgets.
• To develop relationships and partnerships across the music industry.
• To develop Southbank Centre’s role for innovation and excellence within the contemporary music community, ensuring that the programme celebrates and attracts diversity in its many forms.

Key skills that will help you in this role include:

• A track record of leading an innovative and wide-ranging contemporary music programme at national or international level, with a wide knowledge of the current music scene and genres.
• Substantial experience of the commercial music sector, with existing international networks that includes artists, artist management, booking agents, record labels and music PR.
• Financial experience, including budget forecasting, managing show budgets and income targets.
• Up to date knowledge of contemporary global trends in music, of culturally diverse and leading-edge artistic practice.

Please download the attached Job Description for a full overview of the roles responsibilities.