§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

promoter

Promoters work with artists (or their agents) and venues on to arrange a show.

Description

Promoters work with artists (or their agents) and venues on to arrange a show. They liaise with bands and agents to agree on a date for a performance and negotiate a deal. They book a venue and promote the upcoming gig. They make sure everything the band needs is in place and set up soundcheck times and the running order of the show. Some promoters work freelance, but they may also be tied to a single venue or festival.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

musical genres

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

music literature

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

select musical performers solicit event publicity plan presence at professional events manage contracts adapt to artists' creative demands match venues with performers plan events confer with event staff develop an artistic network arrange event needs promote event promote music adapt communication style according to recipient manage relationships with artists plan schedule

OPTIONALOptional competences

stay up-to-date with music and video releases direct event administrative details select event providers