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Coraopolis, PA ยท On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

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Coraopolis, PA ยท On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

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How much do concert manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for concert manager in the United States is $55,875.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,000.00 and $72,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a concert manager do?

A Concert Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of live music events, from planning and organizing to execution. They coordinate with artists, venue staff, and technical crews to ensure that concerts run smoothly and meet both logistical and artistic requirements. Their duties often include managing budgets, scheduling, negotiating contracts, and handling on-site issues during performances. Concert Managers play a crucial role in creating a seamless experience for both performers and audiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a concert manager?

To thrive as a Concert Manager, you need expertise in event planning, budgeting, logistics, and a background in music or arts management is highly beneficial. Familiarity with event management software, ticketing platforms, and sound/light production systems is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams, artists, and vendors effectively under pressure. These competencies are vital for ensuring smooth, successful concerts that meet both artistic and business goals.

What are some common challenges a concert manager faces when coordinating live events?

Concert Managers often encounter challenges such as last-minute schedule changes, coordinating multiple vendors and artists, and ensuring compliance with venue regulations. Managing unexpected situations like technical issues or artist delays requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Successful Concert Managers are adept at communication and collaboration, frequently working with production crews, artists, venue staff, and security teams to ensure each concert runs smoothly.

What is the difference between Concert Manager vs Event Coordinator?

AspectConcert ManagerEvent Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires experience in music or entertainment management, sometimes a degree in hospitality or event managementOften requires a degree or certification in event planning or hospitality
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in music venues, concert halls, or festivalsIn various settings including conferences, weddings, corporate events
Industry UsageSpecific to entertainment and live music industryBroader across multiple event types and industries

While both roles involve planning and coordinating events, a Concert Manager specializes in live music events and concerts, focusing on artist logistics, stage management, and audience experience. An Event Coordinator has a broader scope, managing various types of events across industries. The Concert Manager's expertise is more niche, often requiring specific industry knowledge, whereas the Event Coordinator's skills are more general but equally essential for successful event execution.

How do you become a concert manager?

To become a concert manager, individuals typically gain experience in event planning, hospitality, or music industries, often starting in entry-level roles such as assistant or coordinator. Developing skills in organization, communication, and budgeting, along with knowledge of event production tools, is essential; some pursue degrees in music business, event management, or related fields.
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Infographic showing various Concert Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,875 per year, or $26.9 per hour.

Concert Event Manaaer III

Behind The Scenes Catering & Events

San Diego, CA โ€ข On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Position: Concert Event Manager III
Location: BTS Catering & Events
Reports to: Director of Operations, Operations Manager
Hourly Range: $20-$25 determined based on experience
Schedule: Part-Time hourly up to 40 hours a week
Experience: Small Event Experience (< 50 persons), Warehouse Pulls, Vans, Training
BTS Company Overview:
Position is with a large well-established catering and event company; a progressive and diverse company that has been serving the corporate, social, and production industry for over 33 years. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California and services large corporations, private clients, major sports and news broadcast companies, venues, concert tours, PGA golf events, corporate marketing tours, and major sporting events throughout San Diego and across the globe.
However, the key to our success is summed up in one word, "Flexibility." We understand that in today's world the best-laid plans will change. We pride ourselves on our experienced and well trained staff that can manage changes while still providing outstanding service. This flexibility allows our kitchen staff to accommodate almost any special request the guests may have. In Corporate catering and event management this is essential. Our experience within the catering and food service industry is extensive and sought after.
Job Summary: This position will consist of management of service employees, fielding client needs on site, menu integrity, communication with onsite kitchen team, timely service, set-up, clean-up, load-out and overall operation of catering areas at all assigned events. Employee will communicate event details with Sales Manager and Executive Chef prior and post event.
Job Duties:
Warehouse General Operations:
  1. Clocking in/out for shifts through HCMtogo and minimizing missed punches. (communicating missed punches within the same day of errors)

  1. Time management within shifts and ensuring breaks are being recorded in HCMtogo as well as taken before the 5th hour of a shift.

  1. Assist in event pull sheets and learn from Event Manager II & I on efficiency within pulls.

  1. Double check event checklist, and event comment page.

  1. Work with Director of Operations to maintain inventory of dry goods, beverages, linen, dรฉcor, food items, paper products.

  1. Warehouse organization and inventory of products and equipment post events.

  1. Maintain good driving record (no talking or texting while driving) and abide by all traffic laws.

  1. Ability to drive company vans and small box trucks.

Warehouse Load-in:
  1. Day of event, report to warehouse at scheduled time.

  1. Read event folders and ensure you have all items (equipment, dรฉcor, misc.) needed for event.

  1. Check with Chefs to ensure you have all food and condiments for out the door times.

  1. Load any "day of" pull items and load them into the vehicle along with food.

On-Site:
  1. Introduce yourself to the client and do a walk-through of the event space to ensure the layout is correct.

  1. Make yourself the only point of contact for the event and meet with FOH staff to ensure they understand the event timeline.

  1. Conduct FOH meeting.

  1. Establish everyone's role at the event.

  1. Ensure uniforms are correct and grooming standards are acceptable.

  1. Run through the timeline as well as the menu and call outs as well as dietary restrictions.

  1. Communicate with onsite culinary for timelines of service.

  1. Communicate any updates or changes with Culinary and staff onsite.

  1. Fill out timesheet provided in event folder for BTS and service employees as well as personal time information.

  1. Fill out the post event note page in the event folder with any pertinent information and feedback from clients.

  1. Manage events from start to finish and at conclusion of event prepare for load out.

Load Out:
  1. Take inventory of all equipment (BTS and rented), delegate tasks to ensure all equipment, dรฉcor, and food make it onto the truck.

  1. Food is reefer trucks remain on and a note is left for morning crew.

  1. Take inventory of all equipment (BTS and rented), delegate tasks to ensure everything makes it onto the truck.

  1. Do final walkthrough of event space ensuring nothing is left behind and the space is left clean.

  1. Bring vehicles back to BTS and unload what is specified (dirty dishes/ trash etc..) and complete any outstanding areas in event file.

Skills Required:
  • Team oriented with interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to adapt to changing demands.

  • Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling 50 pounds.

  • Standing for long periods of time, bending, squatting, repeated lifting.

  • Exposure to solvents, fumes, chemical cleaning supplies.