Sales Executive – Live Entertainment

Creative Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment firm is seeking a Sales Executive based in Edinburgh to drive B2B sales of live entertainment products. The candidate will build a sales pipeline across UK and international markets, manage key accounts, and deliver pitches. Ideal candidates have proven B2B sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a genuine interest in film and live events. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £34K to £60K, along with company benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related incentives

Opportunities to attend live events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development within live entertainment or similar fields.
• Strong track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a sales pipeline across UK and international markets.
• Identify and win new B2B clients for live shows.
• Manage and grow key accounts while upselling.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Fluency in additional languages

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Sales Executive – Edinburgh

esk is an independent creative producer based in Edinburgh, developing and delivering premium live entertainment experiences for stage and screen, including large‑scale “film in concert” events with world‑class orchestras and partners.

Job Overview

We’re looking for a Sales Executive to drive B2B sales of our live entertainment products to venues, promoters, festivals, broadcasters, streamers and brands.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a sales pipeline across UK & international markets.
• Identify and win new B2B clients for esk’s live shows and formats.
• Manage and grow key accounts, upselling dates, territories and formats.
• Prepare and deliver pitches, proposals and sales presentations.
• Work closely with creative, production and technical teams from our Edinburgh studio.
• Full‑time (35 hours per week).

Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales / business development experience (live entertainment, media, events, ticketing or similar).
• Strong track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Degree‑level qualification (or equivalent experience) preferred.
• Additional language (e.g., major European language) highly desirable.
• Genuine interest in film, TV and live events.

Important

This is an on‑site role based in Edinburgh – regular presence in the office is essential.

You must have the right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance‑related incentives – £34 K – £60 K DOE.
• Statutory holiday + company benefits in line with UK employment law.
• Opportunities to attend live events and screenings.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject: Sales Executive – Edinburgh.

Deadline

The deadline is Monday 05 January 2026 at 23:00.