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Insight Global Senior Talent Buyer in Nashville, Tennessee
Job Description
The Talent Buyer functions under the supervision of and in coordination with the Senior Talent Buyer and/or General Manager, and is required to help develop, schedule, coordinate and effectively communicate the needs of all at risk concert programming. This position is responsible for cultivating the music brand of the Cannery Hall, reflecting the music tastes and styles of Nashville locals and tourists alike. The buying team is responsible for creating a following for the Cannery Hall brand.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Communicates Cannery Hall services available to clients and promoters and works with clients and staff to determine event requirements, staffing needs, rates, equipment needs and move-in/out days; coordinates, arranges, and documents event requirements requested by promoters, agents and clients and communicates those to other employees and vendors to ensure smooth concert/event operations; assures setups are done in accordance with lease requirements, safety, fire and health codes and facility procedures.
Oversees event management services for all "At-Risk" (i.e., concerts, festivals, etc.) programming.
Responsible for growing the music business throughout the Cannery Hall complex.
Interacts with other facility staff to facilitate planning and scheduling of concerts and festivals and to ensure efficient management of daily activities to assure the delivery of service and promotion; monitors concert requirements and how they interface with other facility events and activities.
Makes or arranges for last-minute adjustments in room or equipment setup at the request of the lessee or to assure compliance with safety measures and prepares an accurate statement of additional changes for settlement purposes.
Coordinates and directs contract and concert support staff including security staff, ushers, caterers, and decorators; provides functional supervision of event support staff including setup crews.
Prepares cost estimates and bids as needed for use by facility or promoter; arranges and performs event settlement at conclusion of the event; maintains records of individual events and collects statistical data on attendance and usage; maintains mailing lists and event files.
Assumes responsibility for resolving problems during course of assigned events; receives and responds to complaints from tenants, patrons, and the public.
Ensures compliance with departmental policies and procedures, especially pertaining to areas of financial and legal exposure for the Cannery Hall
Creates an accurate annual budget for the Talent Buying Department.
a. Maintains/Oversees budget in a fiscally responsible manner.
i. Manage this process with direct reports and monitor status for reforecasting purposes.
ii. Regularly monitors any revenue pieces through appropriate reports.
iii. Regularly monitors expenses and monthly monitoring through thorough review of financials received from the DZL/Cannery Hall Accounting Office.
b. Notifies supervisor immediately of any impending non-trivial variances (revenues or expenses) as soon as they become evident.
Cultivates a culture of openness and fairness continuously striving towards improved and timely communications and team performance to fulfill goals and objectives. Ensures personal and departmental members' ability to be successful in interfacing with all internal departments (i.e., Event Sales & Services, Production, Ticketing, Marketing, Food & Beverage, Security, and Housekeeping) to distribute and disseminate information integral to the successful implementation of events, as well as to fine tune, define and upgrade the types of services and products we offer to be successfully competitive.
Issues invoices, monitors receivables and is responsible for collections. Administers and/or supervises settlements as required.
Responsible for helping the Director of Event Services maintain the "Cannery Hall Master Calendar", as it relates to "At-Risk" programming.
Serves as (or delegates) Event Manager to all "At-Risk" Cannery Hall Concerts and festivals, maintaining consistent, quality service as well as fostering a relationship of goodwill and partnership with each group.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Maintains knowledge of deal structures and supports their fulfillment at the time of settlement. Administers & assists others with settlement as assigned.
Oversees processing of concert record reports for "At-Risk" performances with the respective performing rights organizations (PRO: ASCAP, BMI, GMR and SESAC).
Strives for excellence in maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records of all concert expenses, revenues, and payments to external vendors, and industry organizations.
Serves as a liaison between venue, clients, and outside vendors to maintain the Cannery Hall's growing reputation of having the most knowledgeable and customer-friendly event staff. Communicates and coordinates production requirements accordingly.
Manages "At-Risk" programming files, net impact reporting, budget forecasting, facility usage reports, and other associated operations databases.
Settles events, along with the Cannery Hall Management team: This position is generally responsible for all "At-Risk" concert settlements.
Acts as "Manager on Duty" as required.
Supports co-workers because we're family.
Performs specific tasks as assigned by Senior Talent Buyer and/or General Manage
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
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Skills and Requirements
4 + years of experience within the music industry handling Event Management or Production
Experience handling responsibilities as a "Talent Buyer"
Strong contract negotiation and management experience
Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University; or two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.