Freelance Booking Agent
Posted 2 weeks ago by Midnight Mango Ltd.
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: Midnight Mango Ltd is seeking a freelance Booking Agent to join their international team, focusing on live music booking. The role is remote and contract-based, requiring prior experience in the industry. Responsibilities include booking performances, pitching artists, and managing communications and negotiations. The position offers a commission-based remuneration structure, allowing agents to manage their own schedules.
Key Responsibilities:
- Booking and routing live performances
- Pitching artists to promoters, venues, and festivals
- Communicating with artists and managers
- Negotiating fees and deal terms
- Using internal systems to manage calendars and contracts
Key Skills:
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience with in-browser booking systems and CRM tools
- Confidence in pitching and negotiating
- Self-motivated with excellent time management
- A background in the live music industry is strongly preferred
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Company Description Midnight Mango Ltd is an established international booking agency based in Glastonbury, UK. We represent a diverse roster of outstanding live artists across a range of genres. Known for our approachable, efficient, and honest ethos, we work closely with talent buyers to negotiate fair deals and build lasting relationships. Learn more at https://www.midnightmango.co.uk/join/.
Role Description We’re looking for a freelance Booking Agent to join our growing international team. This is a remote, contract-based role suited to someone with existing experience in live music booking.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Booking and routing live performances
- Pitching artists to promoters, venues, and festivals
- Communicating with artists and managers
- Negotiating fees and deal terms
- Using our internal systems to manage calendars and contracts
Qualifications Strong communication and relationship-building skills Experience with in-browser booking systems and CRM tools Confidence in pitching and negotiating Self-motivated with excellent time management A background in the live music industry is strongly preferred
Remuneration & Structure Freelance, commission-based: typically 70% to the agent (paid monthly post-show) We don't take commission on pre-existing bookings at time of joining Work remotely and manage your own schedule You’re responsible for your own tax affairs Please note: There is a lead time before income begins due to booking cycles
Before Applying Please ensure you have relevant experience. This role works best for agents who are already booking shows and have a throughput of work. If you're just starting out, we recommend exploring our training courses instead via learn.midnightmango.co.uk.