Head of Music and Talent Buyer, North America

Main Duties

• Talent Sourcing & Booking: Identify, source, and book DJs and live musicians for a variety of events both in and out of Soho House venues, ensuring a balance of emerging talent and established acts across multiple genres
• Event Planning & Coordination: Lead the advancing of each music booking to ensure deal memos, tech/AV requirements, invoicing, on site operations are executed seamlessly from confirmation to the event date, collaborating closely with internal operational teams.
• Musical Programming: Curate diverse and innovative music programming, taking into consideration cultural moments, internal franchises, member preferences, seasonal trends, and the unique atmosphere of each venue.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, managers, and artists to ensure Soho House attracts high-quality talent. Negotiate contracts, fees, and performance terms.
• Brand Representation: Act as a brand ambassador for Soho House when liaising with talent, venues, and external parties.
• Market Research: Stay on top of current and emerging music trends, genres, and talent to ensure Soho House remains at the forefront of cultural relevance.
• Collaboration: Work with other departments, including marketing, communications, and operations, to create a cohesive and engaging experience for members and guests.
• Event Evaluation & Reporting: Review the success of music events and provide feedback on performance, member engagement, and overall experience.
• In House Playlists: Account managing the companies providing the in-house playlists to ensure consistency and ability to adapt to one-off briefs.
• Talent Liaison: Attend key events such as all primary events, larger music moments, and act as talent liaison for the duration.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in music booking and talent management, with a focus on live music & DJ talent.
• A strong network of industry contacts, including artists, agents, and managers.
• A deep understanding of the current music landscape and emerging trends across multiple genres.
• Proven experience working in live music, we expect the candidate to come with a reputation within the industry.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple bookings and events simultaneously.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for music and an understanding of the Soho House brand and its members.