Project Manager for Live Entertainment

feverup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office in New York City

Remote Fridays

Training & coaching

Job summary

Fever is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Fever Originals in New York City. You will lead the development and execution of one-of-a-kind experiences by building partnerships with venues and key stakeholders.

You will work closely with Marketing, Operations and Finance to deliver scalable events, optimize ticket strategy, and ensure strong customer satisfaction across markets.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project management, operations, consulting, partnerships or similar roles.
• Strong negotiation and networking abilities.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities, including sourcing venues, partners and collaborators.
• Lead venue sourcing and contract negotiations to secure favorable terms.
• Ensure financial and operational feasibility by analyzing key metrics.
• Drive revenue growth by optimizing ticket sales strategies and expanding reach.
• Analyze P&L, forecasting and operational efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Legal and Finance.
• Scale successful experiences across additional cities and markets.
• Maintain high-quality experiences and strong customer satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

Partnerships

Operations

Business development

Negotiation

English (native)

Job description

Hey there!

We're Fever , the world's leading tech platform for culture and live entertainment.

Our mission? To democratize access to culture and entertainment. With our proprietary cutting‑edge technology and data‑driven approach, we're revolutionizing the way people engage with live entertainment.

Every month, our platform inspires over 300 million people in +55 countries (and counting) to discover unforgettable experiences while also empowering event creators with our data and technology, helping them scale, innovate, and enhance their events to reach new audiences.

Our results? We've teamed up with major industry leaders like Netflix, F.C. Barcelona, and Primavera Sound, presented international award‑winning experiences, and are backed by several leading global investors! Impressive, right?

To achieve our mission, we are looking for bar‑raisers with a hands‑on mindset who are eager to help shape the future of entertainment!

Ready to be part of the experience?

Now, let's discuss this role and what you will do to help achieve Fever's mission.

As part of the Fever Originals team , you will leverage data, market insights, and strong commercial instincts to create one‑of‑a‑kind events and experiences that enable people to enjoy unforgettable moments. Our goal is to develop and scale innovative experiences while building strong relationships with venues, partners, and industry stakeholders.

Who you'll work with

You will join our office in New York City, working closely with internal teams while directly engaging with partners, providers, and venues across the market.

In this role, you will play a key part in growing Fever's pipeline of original events . A significant part of your work will involve identifying, developing, and negotiating partnerships with venues and external stakeholders, while collaborating cross‑functionally with departments such as Marketing, Operations, and Finance to bring experiences to life.

The team you will join is young, ambitious, and highly collaborative, composed of top profiles from companies such as McKinsey, Amazon, Google, KKR, Cirque du Soleil, PSG, and Roland Garros. Team members bring diverse cultural backgrounds and share a strong entrepreneurial mindset.

Employees are expected to work from the office Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

About the Role:

As a Project Manager, you will work closely with your Regional Lead to develop, launch, and manage Fever Originals experiences from concept to execution. The role combines project management, commercial development, and strategic partnerships, with a strong emphasis on venue negotiations, relationship management, and networking within the local entertainment and events ecosystem.

When you join Fever, you will receive training and coaching to help you:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities, including sourcing venues, partners, and collaborators for new event concepts
• Lead venue sourcing and contract negotiations, securing optimal terms and building long‑term partnerships with strategic venues
• Ensure the financial and operational feasibility of our events by analyzing and reporting on key metrics
• Drive revenue growth by optimizing ticket sales strategies and identifying opportunities to expand event reach
• Analyze business performance, including P&L tracking, forecasting, and operational efficiency improvements
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Marketing, Operations, Legal, and Finance teams to ensure successful event launches and smooth operations
• Scale successful experiences across additional cities and markets by building replicable operational models
• Ensure high‑quality experiences, maintaining strong standards for customer satisfaction and operational delivery

About You:

We are looking for someone who combines a strong commercial mindset, relationship‑building abilities, and analytical thinking, with a proactive approach to developing partnerships and growing the business.

3+ years of experience in project management, operations, consulting, business development, partnerships, or similar roles (this role is not primarily suited for traditional event planners)

English on a native level, with excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation and networking skills, with the ability to build meaningful partnerships: you're not afraid of picking up the phone and pitching to potential new partners

Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritize, and drive multiple workstreams to successful completion.

Resilient and results‑driven, able to perform under pressure, take ownership, and manage several high‑impact projects in parallel.

Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with venues, partners, brands, and stakeholders

Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to use data to guide decision‑making

Highly solution‑oriented, able to identify challenges and develop practical strategies to r