Account Manager, Cultural Rentals (F/M/X)

As an account manager at the Concertgebouw, you’ll work at one of the most beautiful concert halls in the world, in a place where there’s something new to experience every day. You’ll play a key role in making concerts and events happen. Drawing on your knowledge and experience, and with the support of the event management team, you’ll contribute to the planning and marketing of concerts and ensure that tickets can be sold. 

Who are you?

• You have knowledge and several years of experience in organizing and preparing concerts and/or events.
• You have a practical mindset, work efficiently, and are good at keeping track of the big picture. Even during busy periods, you can keep a cool head.
• You have a good understanding of logistics and processes, and you take pride in doing your work with attention to detail.
• You have an eye for detail and work with precision.
• You enjoy working with others, both clients and colleagues, but you’re also capable of working independently and maintain open communication with your colleagues even under pressure.
• You are able to express yourself clearly in both Dutch and English. If you can also communicate effectively with colleagues (and other relevant parties) from diverse cultural backgrounds and with varied experiences, we would welcome that.

No two people are alike. The Concertgebouw strives to be an organization where everyone feels welcome and safe—a place where employees can be themselves and are given the freedom and recognition they need to contribute to our mission in theirownway:The Concertgebouw connects and enriches a diverse audience through sublime musical experiences. That’s whywe’re eager to get to know you!

What will you be doing?

You will serve as the point of contact for organizations wishing to rent venues within the Concertgebouw to host concerts or organize events. You will advise organizers on the feasibility of their plans and draft the contracts. You will ensure that concerts are available for sale and that everyone within the Concertgebouw has access to all information related to the concerts. You are the point of contact for organizers regarding the marketing of their concerts, such as the concert description on the website, including their concert in newsletters, and marketing campaigns. Together with your colleagues, you are responsible for scheduling the various venues.

With your enthusiasm and attention to detail, you will build long-term relationships with event organizers so that they continue to organize concerts and events, and you will contribute to the Concertgebouw’s mission to offer our visitors a diverse, high-quality program.

Your main duties and responsibilities are:

• You will be responsible for the production planning of concerts and events for a number of organizers: you will assess the feasibility of plans (in terms of organization, content, and finances) and document the agreements reached for the operational departments;
• You prepare cost estimates and contracts;
• You will ensure optimal support for the organizers and, as a result, maintain a good relationship with them;
• You will manage the scheduling for the building and its various spaces;
• You will enter all concert data into the Tixly ticketing system and the iConcert scheduling system;
• You advise tenants on marketing campaigns, rankings, and pricing.

What does your team look like?

You will be part of the Venue Rental Department, a dedicated and vital team of nine colleagues. The team is responsible for renting out and scheduling the various venues and serves as the point of contact for organizers in the preparation of concerts and events. The Venue Rental Department is part of the Production, Venue Rental, and Events Department.

What do we offer?

• A salary between €2,501 and €3,475 gross per month based on full-time employment (38 hours per week).
• You’ll be taking on a versatile, independent role in a challenging industry.
• You can attend concerts in what is (in our humble opinion) the most beautiful concert hall in the Netherlands.
• You can take training courses to keep your knowledge up to date and further your professional development.
• You can work partly from home if you want to.
• Free ticket program for employees.
• A bicycle plan for up to €749, including VAT.
• You are accruing pension benefits.
• And last but not least: you’ll be part of a dedicated, enthusiastic, and friendly team with a relaxed work environment.

Interested?

Does this job description sound like the perfect fit for you, and does reading about this position get you excited? If so, please apply by May 2 by sending your resume and cover letter tovacature@concertgebouw.nl.

You will receive a response to your application by phone or email no later than 7 days after the job posting closes. The first interviews will take place starting May 12. A second interview will take place during the week of May 19. If you are selected, a final discussion regarding terms of employment will follow. To ensure that all candidates are evaluated fairly, we ask all candidates the same questions during the selection process, so that we can assess the extent to which you meet the job requirements.

For more information about this job opening or the application process, please contact Lize Musch (l.musch@concertgebouw.nl,020-5730 542).