Middle C Jazz Club

Middle C Jazz, Charlotte’s premier Live Music Club, is currently searching for an experienced full time Assistant Programming Entertainment Manager. Come experience a vibrant atmosphere filled with the sounds of Jazz, R & B, martini glasses, and excitement.

The Assistant Manager of Programming is responsible for the overall booking/advance between Middle C Jazz and the artist leading up to the show and ensures the Middle C Jazz team has all the information they need to execute a successful show. In addition, they assist the Director of Programming as they learn how to program a full calendar.

The Assistant Manager of Programming will execute communication through proper and timely booking/advance process. Collaborate with club operations to create efficient execution means for all performances by ensuring the team has all details related to a successful event. Handle internal needs including contract review, deposits, night of settlement sheets and internal and external reporting in a timely and detailed oriented manner. This position acts as a pipeline to the programming world and provides a golden opportunity to learn and to be mentored by the best in the business. 

Minimum Qualifications

Deep Passion for the Music Industry

1+ years’ experience in the live music entertainment industry.

1 + years in contract management

1+ years in sales

Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal and planning skills are necessary.

Quick problem-solving capabilities in high-energy settings.

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Must be self-reliant and able to meet tight deadlines.

Experience with event logistics and management

Proficiency with Google Suite, Word, Excel and other necessary computer programs

Job specifications:

Assist Programming Director with contract/advance process.

Help ensure show advances are on schedule and communicate details to team for night of show, for example, special hospitality requests, parking needs, DOS schedule, etc.

Maintain show share files.

Update information if changes are made and if new information is made available. Ensuring all essential documents are present prior to the day of show (i.e. headliner and support contracts, W9s, riders, etc)

Responsible for various administrative tasks including contract execution, deposit scheduling, show settlement creation.

Works with programming/ticketing/marketing for weekly on sale announcements.

Confirm accuracy of online announcements that they go out in a timely manner.

Draft offers for artists based on projected ticket sales. Place calendar holds and coordinate with the availability of an artist.

Develop an understanding for artist holds, ticket scaling, and various deal types.

Track internal and external data in google suite. Including – but not limited to: ticket counts for upcoming shows, tour histories, finance flashes, stats on developing artists, contact logs

Submit offers to Programming Director for approval and then to agents.

Pursue new booking ideas and work with Programming Director to execute groundbreaking shows.

Middle C Jazz Club