Description
We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
UMG is in search of aLive Events Managerto be based inManila.
Role Summary:
Working with both international and local artists, in this exciting role you will help to plan and execute special events, concerts, festivals, guest appearances, tours, conferences and many more! The successful candidate will also play a key role in sourcing event sponsorship opportunities.
About this role:
Work closely with other department heads and 3rd party events teams on the conceptualization, planning, organizing, promoting and execution of special events.
Assist the New Business team in their efforts when able on special events and also deal executions for brands
Help building the local teams to produce shows and tours across the country
Liaising with promoters and venue representatives in collaboration with the local live team to build and expand the business.
Liaise with the different stakeholders to actively build a network of contacts in the international and local live business
Overseeing the approval of contracts received from venues and promoters, and artist managers.
Regularly update senior management on the progress of the tours and shows.
Create compelling proposals and event sponsorship packages.
Secure meetings to pitch sponsor opportunities to business partners and potential clients.
Manage communications and negotiations with artists, suppliers and outsourced events teams.
Meet with venues and suppliers for event scheduling and other logistics.
Desirable Traits:
At least 5 years relevant experience.
Degree qualified in Communications, Marketing, Advertising or other related field.
Prior experience in a client facing position. You are competent in account management, presenting and negotiating.
Excellent time management skills. You thrive off pressure and deadlines!
Good computer skills. Basic knowledge in photo/video editing is desirable.
A strong team player who is willing to work outside of the core hours.
Interested? Please follow the link to submit your application today!
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
About us:
Universal Music Group (UMG) is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries.
Featuring the most comprehensive catalog of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of services, platforms and business models in order to broaden artistic and commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for fans.
UMG's catalog is marketed through two distinct divisions, Universal Music Enterprises (in the U.S.) and Universal Strategic Marketing (outside the U.S.). UMG also includes Universal Music Publishing Group, one of the industry's premier music publishing operations worldwide and Bravado, the leading provider of consumer, lifestyle and branding services to recording artists and entertainment brands around the world. Universal Music Group is a Vivendi company.
