Role Overview
The Event Manager leads the end-to-end commercial strategy, production, and operational execution of all flagship club nights, international artist bookings, VIP activations, and private corporate buyouts. Operating in a fast-paced, high-volume public entertainment environment, this role carries full event P&L accountability and requires strict compliance with Singapore regulatory frameworks. This is a strictly managerial and commercial leadership position with zero performing or patron-hosting duties.
Key Responsibilities
Event P&L & Commercial Yield:
Own the financial performance of the venue's programming calendar. Build event budgets, forecast ticket and table revenue, negotiate minimum spend guarantees, and maximize gross profit margins per show.
Talent Contracting & Booking Strategy:
Source, negotiate, and execute contracts with international DJs, entertainment agencies, and production vendors. Manage artist riders, work pass/regulatory clearances, travel logistics, and settlement reconciliations.
Regulatory & Licensing Compliance:
Ensure 100% adherence to the Public Entertainments Act, Singapore Police Force (SPF) licensing conditions, SCDF fire safety occupancy limits, and NEA noise regulations across all events.
Production & Technical Execution:
Direct external sound, lighting, visual, and stage production teams from pre-production rigging to live show execution. Maintain strict turnaround timelines for high-frequency weekend programming.
Corporate Buyouts & Brand Sponsorships:
Pitch, negotiate, and close high-value private venue buyouts and beverage/luxury brand sponsorships. Serve as the primary executive liaison for corporate clients and brand partners.
Cross-Departmental Floor Command:
Lead pre-event briefings and coordinate seamlessly with Security, Bar Operations, VIP Table Management, and Ticketing teams during peak late-night operating hours.
Post-Event Analytics & Reporting:
Deliver detailed post-mortem financial reports, attendance analytics, and ROI assessments to senior leadership to refine future programming calendars.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Proven Track Record:
Minimum 4–6 years of experience managing high-capacity nightlife events, music festivals, or large-scale public entertainment venues.
Financial & Contractual Acumen:
Demonstrated ability to manage six-figure event budgets, negotiate complex talent and vendor contracts, and drive measurable revenue growth.
Regulatory Knowledge:
Strong working familiarity with Singapore public entertainment licensing, workplace safety (WSH) standards, and crowd management protocols.
Schedule & Pressure Resilience:
Proven ability to lead high-stakes operations during late-night hours, weekends, and public holidays while maintaining daytime corporate accountability.