Wed, 09 Apr 2025 published - Wed, 09 Apr 2025
Job Summary
Askonas Holt is one of the world’s leading arts management companies, specialising in the field of classical music. We represent internationally acclaimed conductors, singers, and instrumentalists, and we arrange tours for renowned orchestras, ensembles, and dance companies worldwide.
Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING AND LEARNING
* Developing and retaining strong relationships with Touring Partners, including advising on and developing touring strategy.
* Planning, managing and executing successful tours, overseeing all logistics, contracts and budgets.
* Leading on bespoke tours and projects incorporating production, staging and media elements.
* Developing new initiatives, business and projects with both existing and new clients.
* Negotiating and resolving complex agreements between stakeholders, providing creative solutions to challenges before and during tours.
* Travelling extensively, as needed for tours and meetings, confidently managing all elements of tours on the road.
* Handling a high-volume workload efficiently, managing multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
* Coordinating with Assistant Project Managers and the wider team.
* Contributing to company-wide initiatives and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Job Requirements
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR FROM YOU
* Proven experience in project management, selling and setting-up projects in the arts sector (orchestras, dance companies, venues or festivals) or related fields.
* Ability to manage multiple clients and high workloads efficiently.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Strong crisis management skills and problem-solving skills.
* Willingness to travel regularly.
* Ability to confidently represent Askonas Holt and our Touring Partners globally.
DESIRABLE
* Experience managing technical production elements (e.g. sound, lighting, staging).
Job Responsibilities
The application deadline is Friday 25th April at 5pm. The salary for the position is circa £43,000 per annum.
We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.
If you are interested in this position, please complete an application form on our website.
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