Arts Booking Agent - Touring & Presentations

Opus 3 Artists; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Opus 3 Artists in New York is seeking a full-time sales and booking professional to manage a distinguished roster of touring attractions and ensembles. The role is high-volume and requires a highly organized, self-motivated, and confident individual who can deliver consistent results.

You will negotiate all aspects of bookings with presenters, build relationships across North America, travel to conferences, and attend performances as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience at a management agency, presenting organization, or related industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Diplomacy, listening, and persuasiveness
• Goal-oriented, self-directed and motivated
• Proven history of negotiating financial terms
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong performing arts and music industry knowledge
• Ability to interact professionally at all levels of an organization
• Willing to be in NYC-area office 1-2 days a week
• Capable of working in a virtual office environment

Responsibilities

• Negotiate bookings with presenter partners to secure engagements
• Develop knowledge of roster, repertoire, and programs
• Generate new business and convert leads to dates
• Understand offer terms, budgets, and rider requirements
• Maintain relationships with presenting institutions across North America
• Research new performance opportunities
• Collaborate with team to meet goals
• Attend booking conferences across North America (limited travel)
• Attend evenings and weekend performances as needed

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Relationship building

Self-motivation

Education

BA Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Opus 3 Artists in New York is seeking a full-time sales and booking professional to manage a distinguished roster of touring attractions and ensembles. The role is high-volume and requires a highly organized, self-motivated, and confident individual who can deliver consistent results.

You will negotiate all aspects of bookings with presenters, build relationships across North America, travel to conferences, and attend performances as needed.