Talent Buyer/Booking Manager at Velvet Elk Lounge- Boulder CO

Velvet Elk Lounge is looking for a Talent Buyer / Booking Manager to lead our live music program. This is a remote position.

About the Venue
Velvet Elk is a music and cultural destination in the heart of Boulder, CO - a place people choose to go, not just somewhere they end up because a show is happening. We’re building a brand around great live music, great drinks, and great food, and we want a booker who understands how talent decisions shape that identity, not just fills a calendar.

What You’ll Own

Source, negotiate, and confirm touring and headliner acts

Build a calendar that balances draw, brand fit, and venue identity - we’re looking for artists who create real pull and elevate the room, not just fill a date

Maintain and grow relationships with agents and artist representation

Light coordination with our events/catering lead to keep the full calendar aligned

Collaborate on booking strategy - outside of a small number of pre-announced prime music dates that are yours to book independently, this is a partnership, not a solo call

What Success Looks Like

2-3 sold-out shows per week (200 tickets @ $15 - $50 depending on act)

Bookings that build the brand, not just sell tickets - headliners and acts that create genuine draw and reinforce Velvet Elk as a destination

Fully remote though being around for shows is fun and encouraged!

Two 45-minute planning meetings per month (currently Wednesdays, flexible based on schedule)

Who We’re Looking For

Established relationships with agents and touring artists - this role favors existing industry connections over a cold start

Someone who thinks about programming strategically, not just transactionally

Strong communicator who can work independently but stay aligned with venue leadership

Interested? Reach out with your background and the kind of talent you’d bring to a room like this.

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