Event Development Manager

Some role responsibilities would include:

• Develop and implement sales and marketing plans to grow the company’s events and brand in New Zealand and Australia.
• Promote, organise and coordinate music concerts, cultural exhibitions and entertainment events to support sales objectives.
• Build and maintain strong business relationships with artists, agencies, partners and suppliers, especially in Asia markets.
• Negotiate performance programmes, schedules, contract terms and cooperation agreements with artists and agencies.
• Manage events and budgets, monitor costs and ensure events meet sales targets and are delivered within budget.
• Oversee event logistics, including venue booking, equipment, accommodation, catering, transportation and other services.
• Supervise contractors, service providers and staff to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Conduct basic market research to identify target audiences, new opportunities and effective promotion methods.
• Support the director with other business development tasks as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

·         Must have at least five years of relevant work experience in concert and exhibition

·         A tertiary education qualification in a related area is preferable, but not a must

·         Have strong business connections with artists and agencies from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea and Southeast Asia

·         Familiar with entertainment, cultural-related industries and concert markets, especially in Asia

·         Familiar with the concert, exhibition and event workflow

·         Ability to lead and coordinate a team

·         Available for international business travel

If you think this role sounds like you, please use this platform to apply and submit your CV (PDF) and Cover Letter (PDF).