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Music Central Assistant - Miami

Miami, FL

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

You'll participate in an immersive 8-week training program designed to provide you with the key skills and knowledge needed to understand and work in the world of live music. This position is ideal ...

Music Central Assistant - Miami

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

You'll participate in an immersive 8-week training program designed to provide you with the key skills and knowledge needed to understand and work in the world of live music. This position is ideal ...

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How much do live music jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for live music in the United States is $50,596.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Live Music position, and why are they important?

To thrive in live music performance, essential skills include strong musical proficiency, stage presence, and the ability to collaborate with other musicians, generally supported by formal music education or significant performance experience. Familiarity with sound systems, live audio equipment, and sometimes music production software is important for preparing and adjusting to varied venues. Excellent communication, adaptability, and crowd engagement skills help artists connect with audiences and teammates alike. These abilities ensure consistently high-quality performances and seamless coordination in dynamic live event environments.

What are the typical work environments and schedules like for live music performers?

Live music performers often work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as most performances are scheduled outside typical business hours to accommodate audiences. Venues can vary widely, ranging from intimate clubs and restaurants to large concert halls or outdoor festivals. The backstage environment is typically fast-paced, with quick setups, soundchecks, and collaboration with venue staff, sound engineers, and other performers. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to different settings are key to success in this role. While schedules can be irregular, live music performers frequently gain valuable networking opportunities and the chance to build a dedicated fan base.

What is a Live Music job?

A Live Music job involves performing, managing, producing, or promoting live musical events. This can include roles such as musicians, sound engineers, stage managers, booking agents, and event coordinators. Performers entertain audiences at venues like concerts, festivals, and bars, while behind-the-scenes professionals ensure smooth execution. The job often requires creativity, technical skills, networking, and flexibility due to irregular hours. Opportunities vary from freelance gigs to full-time positions with event companies or venues.

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Infographic showing various Live Music job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 13% Full Time, and 84% Part Time. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,596 per year, or $24.3 per hour.
Live Nation Albuquerque - Catering Assistant

Live Nation Albuquerque - Catering Assistant

Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago


Live Nation rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 140 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 48 rated entertainment


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?
Someone passionate about being a part of the live music industry. Motivated and resourceful, eager to provide exceptional support and service to our clients, and capable of displaying a professional and personable attitude with touring and venue personnel. Able to think on your feet, multi-task and react to changing circumstances. If this sounds like you, then please read on!
The Role:
  • Assisting in preparing, setting up, serving, and cleaning up the catering operations for local and touring personnel
  • Delivering and stocking tour buses, crew rooms, and dressing rooms.
  • Assist with keeping the hospitality deck clean and orderly throughout the day.

Qualifications:
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Experience in a kitchen/serving environment a big plus, but not mandatory
  • Punctual - early is on time!
  • Friendly and personable, works well with others but also able to work independently
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Professional and courteous
  • Able to work a long day (typical show day runs about 16 to 18 hours)
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
  • Background check required

Physical Requirements:
Physical Activity Frequency:
Sitting-Rare
Walking, climbing stairs-Constant
Crouching/Bending/Stooping-Constant
Reaching-Constant
Pushing/Pulling-Constant
Near Vision-Constant
Far Vision-Constant
Hearing-Constant
Talking-Constant
Lifting/Carrying (50+ lbs)-Frequent
Travel-Rare
If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online at www.livenationentertainment.com/careers to join the Live Nation Entertainment team today!
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Live Nation Entertainment strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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 Entertainment recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation Entertainment may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
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.
**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and Equal Pay Transparency Rules. It is estimated based on what a successful Colorado applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in Colorado or perform the position from
Colorado. Similar positions located outside of
Colorado will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Live Nation takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the CO EPEWA, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

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