Programming Manager - Pacific Electric

The Venue

Pacific Electric is a 750-capacity music venue where fans and artists come together to share in an electrifying moment – a ‘lightning in a bottle’ type entertainment experience. Set in a historic warehouse, it pairs the raw energy of live performance with refined hospitality and thoughtful design and will act as a cultural conduit where local creatives and global talent intersect. This venue is adjacent to two hospitality concepts, each with their own unique brand identities.

About the Role
We're seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Programming Manager to join our Venue Operations team. This is a crucial role responsible for managing and maintaining the venue’s calendar and curating our programming. The Programming Manager will oversee all aspects of event scheduling, including processing incoming hold requests, vetting artists submitted for holds, maintaining a clean and up-to-date calendar, issuing challenges, tracking responses, and confirming events. A primary responsibility is to ensure Pacific Electric’s "open-room ethos" by curating a diverse calendar that truly reflects the vibrant Los Angeles music scene, balancing both local and national promoters across all genres.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Programming & Promoter Relations

- Cultivate an independent network of promoters to connect agents and managers to execute confirmed shows.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national promoters to develop a robust, diverse slate of shows.
- Collaborate with promoters and internal tvg programming teams to ensure a balanced mix of genres and event types.
- Strategize and curate backfilling club nights or other non-traditional programming into the calendar to reach the goal of ‘no dark days’
- Flexibility in working hours to maximize quality bookings and industry relationships
- Perform additional support tasks and duties to assist coworkers or as requested by leaders.

Calendar & Event Scheduling

- Manage venue calendars—adding, releasing, challenging, and confirming holds—with timely and accurate reporting.
- Distribute hold and calendar reports to relevant teams and leadership; participate in weekly programming and operations meetings.
- Track challenge deadlines and facilitate resolution with urgency and diplomacy.
- Coordinate closely with the Sales Manager to balance event scheduling with budget requirements.

Event Coordination & Advancement

- Partner with production, operations, marketing, sales, and box office teams to ensure all event details are communicated and executed accurately.
- Coordinate and advance event details, from initial confirmation through show day.
- Ensure that all event listings are built and maintained on Ticketmaster for all Pacific Electric events.

Administrative & Financial Oversight

- Create proformas to ensure event profitability
- Manage and issue promoter contracts as well as collect insurance certificates
- Relay all show related budgets (ie. production, marketing) for in-house events
- Track and reconcile event expenses, ensuring accurate budget management.
- Maintain accurate records for all event-related communications and documentation.
- Occasional support with show settlements as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS & PREREQUISITES

- 2+ years of experience in a calendar management, booking coordination, or agency/venue role within the live music industry
- Experience working at a talent agency or with artist management is strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to manage a high volume of dates and requests with accuracy, discretion, and professionalism.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace and booking/calendar management platforms (e.g., PromoterOps)
- Familiarity with the Los Angeles music scene and venue landscape.

BENEFITS

Health Insurance - 100% employer covered

401K - 4% match

PAID TIME OFF - Flexible PTO

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.