💼 About This Role

You'll lead event curation, booking, and promotion for Sofar Sounds in Columbia, MO, creating unique live music experiences in intimate spaces. Your core impact is strengthening Sofar's brand and driving ticket sales through local marketing and community partnerships. This role offers ownership of city strategy and access to a global network.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Sell tickets and promote shows using local marketing tactics
• Curate and book artists and venues for monthly experiences
• Manage staffing, financial performance, and event quality
• Build relationships with local businesses for sponsorships

📋 Requirements

• 3-5 years of live event curation, production, and promotions experience
• Deep connections to the local music/arts scene
• Experience selling event sponsorships or marketing activations
• Proven track record of closing partnership deals

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience with digital marketing and social media promotion
• Existing relationships with local venues and artists

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 💸 Commission-based income with earnings from $100–$5,000 per show
• 🌍 Global network of producers and access to Sofar resources
• 🎤 Ownership over local event strategy and creative direction
• 📈 Career growth through training and peer collaboration

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Application Review· 1 week
2. 2Phone Screen· 30 min
3. 3Interview with Global Communities Team· 45 min

🚩 Heads Up

• Commission-only freelance role with no base salary guarantee
• Work expected during evenings/weekends despite 'self-directed' schedule