Head of Music
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About the Role
The Arts Club Dubai seeks a Head of Music to design and implement a diverse music program across all venues. The role involves curating playlists, booking artists, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality entertainment for members.
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Responsibilities
- Shape and develop the overall music and audio experience across all venues of The Arts Club Dubai.
- Curate and maintain music programming and playlists for dining areas, lounges, member spaces, and special events.
- Source, select, and book artists, bands, DJs, and other performers.
- Plan, organize, and oversee live music performances, DJ sets, and entertainment activations.
- Collaborate with Cultural Programming and Marketing teams to develop themed music events.
- Negotiate artist contracts and manage performer relationships.
- Coordinate artist logistics including contracting, advancing, travel, and accommodation.
- Manage entertainment permit applications and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Oversee installation, maintenance, and performance of sound systems and AV equipment.
- Develop and manage the music department budget.
Requirements
- Minimum 5–7 years of experience in music programming, entertainment management, artist booking, or cultural programming within luxury hospitality, private members' clubs, lifestyle venues, or the entertainment industry.
- Proven experience curating and delivering live music programs, DJ lineups, entertainment activations, and member focused events.
- Strong network within the music and entertainment industry, including artists, DJs, agents, promoters, and production partners.
- Demonstrated experience in talent sourcing, contract negotiation, artist relations, and event management.
- Strong understanding of music trends, audience engagement, and venue based entertainment programming.
- Sound knowledge of entertainment operations, including permits, compliance, audiovisual systems, and live event production.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong organizational, project management, and budgeting skills.
- Commercially minded, creative, and passionate about delivering exceptional music and cultural experiences.
- Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
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About Us
- The Arts Club Dubai is located in DIFC, set over four floors in ICD Brookfield Place.
- It is the first international outpost of the historic private members' club established in 1863 in Mayfair, London.
The Head of Music
- Responsible for designing and implementing a diverse engaging music program aligned with the Club's ambience.
- Deliver highest standards of service and drive revenue and brand image.
What Will You Do
- Shape and develop overall music and audio experience across all venues.
- Curate and maintain music programming and playlists for dining areas, lounges, member spaces, and special events.
- Source, select, and book artists, bands, DJs, and other performers.
- Plan, organize, and oversee live music performances, DJ sets, and entertainment activations.
- Collaborate with Cultural Programming and Marketing teams to develop themed music events.
- Curate entertainment lineups for member events and seasonal activations.
- Negotiate artist contracts and manage performer relationships.
- Coordinate artist logistics including contracting, advancing, travel, and accommodation.
- Manage entertainment permit applications and ensure compliance.
- Oversee installation, maintenance, and performance of sound systems and AV equipment.
- Work closely with AV Supervisor to ensure optimal sound quality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve sound and AV issues.
What We Are Looking For
- Minimum 5–7 years in music programming, entertainment management, artist booking, or cultural programming within luxury hospitality, private members' clubs, lifestyle venues, or entertainment industry.
- Proven experience curating and delivering live music programs, DJ lineups, entertainment activations, and member focused events.
- Strong network within music and entertainment industry.
- Demonstrated experience in talent sourcing, contract negotiation, artist relations, and event management.
- Strong understanding of music trends, audience engagement, and venue based entertainment programming.
- Sound knowledge of entertainment operations including permits, compliance, AV systems, and live event production.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong organizational, project management, and budgeting skills.
- Commercially minded, creative, and passionate about delivering exceptional music and cultural experiences.
- Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
The Benefits
- Competitive and attractive remuneration and benefits package.
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