Vibee - Communications Manager
House of Blues
Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy live events? Do you excel in fast paced, creative environments? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for music and a love of the live event experience. Is this you? Read on…
WHO ARE WE?
Vibee builds unforgettable destination experiences for fans around the world. Founded by Live Nation, the world’s leading live entertainment company, and Insomniac, Vibee provides fans the opportunity to immerse themselves in the best music and entertainment events on land and sea. From curated activations to bespoke festival packages, Vibee creates transformative moments in the most sought after destinations.
THE ROLE
Vibee is seeking an experienced Communications Manager to join the team. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented and a creative thinker with excellent writing and research skills to help us elevate all content and thought leadership. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with exceptional communication skills and meticulous attention for details. This position is based in Las Vegas and is required to be in office on a hybrid schedule.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Communications Planning and Strategy
+ Communications Calendar
+ Develop and maintain a comprehensive communications calendar for the company, in collaboration with the Marketing, Fan Experience, and related departments
+ Coordinate with various departments to ensure alignment and timely execution of communication plans
+ Create specific communication plans for each event, outlining key messages, channels, and timelines
+ Written Communications, Brand Voice and Consistency
+ Develop and maintain a consistent brand voice across all mediums
+ Interpretation of creative briefs and produce written creative content for brands, events, and projects
+ Research and understand project needs and target audiences, through online searches, reviews of existing research, interviews with subject matter experts, and in-person meetings
+ Write original copy and edit for a range of marketing and communications materials - must be proficient in writing both short and long-form content - ensuring that we maintain and build brand integrity across all communications
+ Collaborate with the Event Producers and Marketing Team from concept development to delivery of final product
+ Present copy concepts and final deliverables to internal team, and to artist representatives as required, and participate in pitches on occasion
+ Revise copy based on internal and artist feedback
+ Ensure all communications align with the company's brand guidelines and strategic objectives
Copywriting and Content Creation, including but not limited to
+ Website Content
+ Write and update all copy for the company's main website
+ Ensure content is clear, engaging, and SEO-friendly
+ Ticket Sales Platform
+ Create compelling copy to drive ticket sales and conversions
+ Maintain updated and accurate information on ticketing platforms
+ Event-Specific Microsites
+ Develop and manage content for event-specific microsites
+ Ensure consistency in messaging and branding across all microsites
+ Fan Communications
+ Draft and refine communications for fan engagement, including newsletters, announcements, and promotional materials
+ Tailor messages to different audience segments to maximize engagement
+ Customer Service Language
+ Review and refine language used in customer service communications, as needed
+ Collaborate with the Director of Fan Experience to ensure a consistent and professional tone that aligns with the company’s brand
Supervision and Leadership
+ Team Management
+ Lead a Communications Coordinator responsible for disseminating communications through platforms like Hive, Attentive, Framer, etc.
+ Provide guidance and feedback to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of communications
+ Lead various cross-functional teams in multi-facet projects
+ Recruit, hire, train and onboard various team members
+ Platform Management
+ Oversee the use of various communication platforms to ensure effective distribution and engagement
+ Stay updated on best practices and new features of communication platforms to optimize their use
Additional Responsibilities
+ Cross-Functional Collaboration
+ Collaborate with marketing, sales, events, and customer service teams to gather information and create cohesive communication strategies
+ Act as a liaison between different departments to ensure integrated communication efforts
+ Participate in special projects and cross-functional activities to support successful program deliver and project roll-outs
+ Train and provide support in onboarding team members, clients, vendors and partners when needed
+ All other projects and initiatives as identified
+ Metrics and Reporting
+ Monitor and analyze the performance of communications to assess effectiveness and inform future strategies
+ Prepare regular reports on communication activities and outcomes for senior management
+ Crisis Communication
+ Develop and execute crisis communication plans as needed
+ Ensure timely and effective communication during emergencies or unexpected events
+ Continuous Improvement
+ Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in communication
+ Implement new ideas and improvements to enhance the effectiveness of communication efforts
+ Other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
+ 3+ years of communications / copywriting experience, having demonstrated an exceptional work ethic
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
+ Professional level of verbal and written communication skills
+ Knowledge of communication processes and strategies
+ Proven experience in a communications role, preferably in the entertainment industry
+ Proficient use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite, as well as communication platforms and tools
+ Strong project management and organizational skills
+ Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
+ Ability to navigate the internet as a communication and research tool
+ Ability to identify opportunities to link projects, initiatives, or promotions together
+ Possess a strong work ethic with a high sense of responsibility in an ever-changing environment
+ Must be able to handle sensitive matters and exercise excellent judgment
+ Ability to work independently and within a team to juggle multiple prioritized tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT
+ Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels and drastic temperature climates while working on site at various event locations
+ May sit for extended periods of time and work in drastic temperature climates onsite at our events
+ Must be willing to work during evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines
+ Must be willing to travel as required both domestically and abroad, if required
+ Must have a current passport and be able to travel worldwide without restriction
+ Must be willing to travel to work during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines
+ Must be able to work in open concept office space
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Vibee for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. 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.
Vibee 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, intersectionality, 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, Vibee 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, Vibee 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. Vibee 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.
Vibee recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Vibee may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
Hiring Salary Range: $65,000.00 - 85,000.00 USD
Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the California Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful California applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in California or perform the position from California. Similar positions located outside of California will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Vibee 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 California Law, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
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