Senior Music Specialist, Candlelight

Fever; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

40% discount on Fever events

Work in Manhattan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Fever is seeking a Senior Curator in New York City to lead Candlelight programming across the United States. You will fuse music, culture, and commercial insight to shape compelling experiences in iconic venues.

You will manage relationships with performers and agencies, drive expansion into new markets, and collaborate with global teams to launch innovative concert concepts, balancing artistic vision with business results.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in music curation, programming, or related live entertainment roles.
• Fluency in classical music theory and orchestral score reading; knowledge of modern trends is valued.
• Strong communication and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead curation and programming strategy for Candlelight concerts across the United States.
• Identify trends, artists, and repertoire aligned with Candlelight's standards.
• Build relationships with performers, agencies, and music stakeholders.
• Collaborate with regional/global teams to develop new concert concepts.
• Work with Marketing/Operations to maximize engagement and ticket sales.
• Evaluate programming with data and translate insights into recommendations.
• Negotiate music arrangements and licensing opportunities.
• Oversee auditions and talent evaluation for onboarding musicians.
• Drive expansion into new US markets with scalable best practices.
• Mentor junior curators and contribute to the Curation team growth.

Skills

Music curation

Artist relations

Data-driven

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.

About The Role

Candlelight is one of Fever's flagship Original Experiences, transforming iconic venues into immersive live music settings through a globally renowned series of classical, jazz, and contemporary tribute concerts. From historic churches and libraries to theaters, museums, and landmark venues, Candlelight has reimagined how audiences experience live music in more than 150 cities worldwide.

As we continue to expand across the United States, we are looking for a Senior Curator based in New York City to lead the artistic development and programming strategy for the U.S. market. This role sits at the intersection of music, culture, and business, requiring someone who can combine creative vision with analytical thinking to build programs that delight audiences and drive commercial success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the curation and programming strategy for Candlelight concerts across the United States
• Identify emerging trends, artists, and repertoire opportunities that resonate with local audiences while maintaining Candlelight's artistic standards
• Fluency with classical music theory and harmony with experience reading orchestral scores; familiarity with contemporary music trends and other genres is highly valued
• Build and maintain strong relationships with performers, arrangers, agencies, management teams, and music industry stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with regional and global teams to pitch, develop, and launch new concert concepts
• Partner with Marketing, Growth, and Operations teams to ensure programming decisions maximize audience engagement, ticket sales, and customer satisfaction
• Evaluate program performance using data and customer insights, translating findings into actionable programming recommendations
• Lead negotiations for music arrangements, licensing opportunities, and artist-related costs
• Oversee auditions and talent evaluation processes to identify and onboard top-performing musicians and ensembles
• Drive the expansion of successful programs into new U.S. markets through the development of scalable frameworks and best practices
• Mentor and support junior curators while contributing to the overall growth of the Curation team

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines a deep passion for music with strong commercial instincts and operational excellence.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in music curation, programming, artist relations, or a related role within the live entertainment or music industry
• Fluency with classical music theory and harmony with experience reading orchestral scores; familiarity with contemporary music trends and other genres is highly valued
• Excellent knowledge of the U.S. music and live entertainment landscape
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using performance data to inform creative and business decisions
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership, drive initiatives independently, and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Experience working cross-functionally with teams across different geographies and disciplines
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have

• Experience in artist booking, talent management, concert production, or live event programming
• Music arranging or orchestration experience
• Familiarity with music licensing and rights management
• Knowledge of DAWs and music production software
• Existing network within the U.S. classical, jazz, or live music ecosystem
• Experience leading or mentoring team members

Why Join Us?

• Shape the artistic direction of one of the world's most successful live music experiences
• Work with a global team of passionate music and entertainment professionals
• Have a direct impact on programming decisions across major U.S. markets
• Combine creativity, strategy, and data to influence millions of audience experiences
• Join a fast-growing company where ownership, innovation, and ambition are celebrated

Benefits & Perks:

• Opportunity to have a real impact in a high-growth global category leader
• Attractive compensation package consisting of base salary and the potential to earn a significant bonus for top performance (total compensation of around 85-100k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 40% discount on all Fever events and experiences
• Work in a location in the heart of Manhattan
• Responsibility from day one with strong opportunities for professional growth
• Great work environment with a young, international team of talented people to work with!

Our hiring process

• A 30 min video call with one of our Talent Acquisition Team to better understand your career plan, assess cultural fit, and answer any questions you may have
• A 60 min online test with three topics: logic, analytics, and written understanding
• A 30 min interview with your future manager to assess fit and capabilities
• A 45-60 min business case presentation (to be prepared in advance) to a small panel
• On average, our process lasts :4 weeks and offers usually follow within a week

Thank you for considering joining Fever. We cannot wait to learn more about you!

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