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Jazz,TX Host

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Jazz,TX, being a live music venue, is a very high energy and positive place to work. We pride ourselves in having great entertainment with a high level of near fine dining like service. We are ...

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Jazz,TX Host

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Jazz,TX, being a live music venue, is a very high energy and positive place to work. We pride ourselves in having great entertainment with a high level of near fine dining like service. We are ...

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How much do live music venue jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for live music venue in the United States is $60,486.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $70,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a live music venue?

A live music venue is a place where musicians and bands perform music in front of an audience. These venues can range from small clubs and bars to large concert halls and arenas. Live music venues often provide the stage, sound equipment, and atmosphere for both established and emerging artists to showcase their talents. They play an important role in local music scenes and cultural communities by bringing people together to enjoy live performances.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a live music venue manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Live Music Venue Manager, you need strong organizational, event management, and budgeting skills, often backed by experience in hospitality or entertainment. Familiarity with booking systems, sound and lighting equipment, and venue management software is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities help in managing staff, artists, and patrons effectively. These competencies are crucial for creating memorable events, ensuring smooth venue operations, and maximizing both customer satisfaction and profitability.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working at a live music venue, and how can they be overcome?

Staff at live music venues often deal with fast-paced environments, unpredictable crowds, and quick problem-solving during events. Managing large audiences while ensuring safety, coordinating with performers, and adapting to last-minute changes can be challenging. Building strong communication skills, staying organized, and participating in regular team briefings can help staff handle these challenges effectively. Additionally, experienced team members and management usually provide training and support to help newcomers adjust and succeed in the dynamic venue environment.

What is the difference between Live Music Venue vs Music Promoter?

AspectLive Music VenueMusic Promoter
CredentialsEvent management, venue operation knowledgeMarketing, event planning experience
Work EnvironmentPhysical venue, on-siteOff-site, office or event locations
Industry UsageOperates the venue, hosts live performancesCoordinates and promotes events at various venues

The main difference is that a Live Music Venue manages the physical space where performances occur, focusing on venue operations. In contrast, a Music Promoter organizes and markets events across multiple venues, focusing on artist booking and promotion. Both roles are essential in the live music industry but serve different functions within the event ecosystem.

How to get into a live music venue management?

To enter live music venue management, gaining experience in event planning, hospitality, or hospitality management is helpful. Developing skills in operations, customer service, and marketing, along with knowledge of sound and lighting equipment, can improve prospects. Many managers start in entry-level roles such as event staff or assistant manager before advancing to leadership positions.

What jobs can I do if I love music?

In a live music venue, common jobs for music enthusiasts include musician or band member, sound technician, stage crew, event coordinator, and ticketing staff. These roles often require knowledge of audio equipment, event management, or performance skills and may involve evening or weekend hours.
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Infographic showing various Live Music Venue job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,486 per year, or $29.1 per hour.

Venue Sustainability Supervisor - Jiffy Lube Live

Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.

Bristow, VA • On-site

$108K/yr

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Summary:
WHO ARE WE?
Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide.
Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
Live Nation's Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated Amphitheaters to our Global Touring team, from Ticketing and Venue Operations to Marketing and Sales... we foster a fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support... it's no wonder we are certified as a Great Place to Work organization and one of People Magazine's "50 Companies that Care".
We want everyone to feel like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has never been a better time to join Live Nation.
WHO ARE YOU?
Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!
You care deeply about the environment and live music. You aren't scared to get dirty and have a foundational understanding of recycling, composting, and material circularity, or have a strong willingness to learn. You maintain a positive attitude and have the energy and enthusiasm to problem solve on the fly. You enjoy being a part of a team and educating others.
THE ROLE:
[VENUE NAME] is seeking a Venue Sustainability Supervisor to elevate our sustainability program to new heights in 2025. This role is the backbone and driving force behind Live Nation's resource recovery and circularity program and is responsible for ensuring efficient waste sorting protocols, clean and organized workspaces, and thorough support of sustainability program growth. This position will partner with the Venue Sustainability Manager and be part of the venue operations team. Venue Sustainability Supervisors will be tasked with day-to-day program execution as they work to develop an efficient and comprehensive zero waste program. Venue Sustainability Supervisors will assist the Venue Sustainability Manager in making the program increasingly adaptable to be able to deliver on target diversion and budget goals. This is a seasonal, part-time position for show days. Hours per week will vary depending on show schedule and business needs at the time.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Participate in Venue Sustainability Supervisor on-boarding, training, and assist with Venue Sustainability Crew training and oversight.
  • Be onsite during pre-season venue set up, at the request of the Venue Sustainability Manager, to ensure zero waste operational procedures are in place.
  • Assist in the mid and post-show waste sorting process of all recycling, composting, donations, and landfill materials.
  • Be available to work show days and non-show days on both weekdays and weekends to ensure all waste is sorted and diverted.
  • Assist with overseeing the material sorting process of all recycling, composting, reuse, and donations materials to increase resource recovery and diversion from landfill.
  • Assist with Front of House and Back of House Zero Waste initiatives as outlined by the Venue Sustainability Manager.
  • Maintain a clean sorting area and support the Post-Show Pick after each event, which will occasionally result in scheduled shifts occurring on days after a show.
  • Be able to step in and oversee sustainability processes in the event the Venue Sustainability Manager cannot attend a scheduled show.
  • Other tasks as assigned by the Venue Sustainability Manager on an as-need basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Show days require about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and carrying 50+ lbs. with about 75% of that time spent sorting materials.
  • Not afraid to get dirty or be around unpleasant odors.
  • Ability to work outside in variable weather.
  • Strong time management skills to show up on time and work late hours.
  • Dedication to participate in something that will have a real and immediate impact to the cause.
  • Creative thinker and problem solver with a positive attitude.
  • A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs.
  • Experience in events/zero waste events are a plus.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.
Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.
We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case by case basis.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

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