Full-Time

General Manager

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Sofar Sounds

Sofar Sounds

501-1,000 employees

Hosts secret concerts in unique venues

Entertainment

Compensation Overview

£95k - £110kAnnually

Senior, Expert

London, UK

Category
Project Management
Business Development
Business & Strategy

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 7+ years of strategy and operations experience including P&L oversight, developing growth strategies, and managing teams focused on experiential execution
  • Seasoned manager who has overseen and grown teams of 5+
  • Strong playbook for local activations and have directly managed revenue-driving operations in the greater London area
  • Deep experience in producing live events and activations (music or otherwise)
  • Fluent cross-functional communicator – able to work with teams across the business and balance detailed and high-level perspectives
Responsibilities
  • Be the top leader of Sofar London, with full P&L and managerial responsibility
  • Build an ambitious business plan, in partnership with the central team, that starts at the local neighborhood level and charts a path for growth throughout the city
  • Manage and grow the local team, including talent booking, crew, hosts/MCs, marketing and partnerships
  • Become Sofar's intentional community builder in London, identifying opportunities for connection and nurturing multiple groups around geographies, categories and audiences
  • Test and innovate with new formats, venues and local marketing initiatives
  • Develop local revenue-generating partnerships and assist in the implementation of global partnerships
  • Be the outward face and voice of Sofar London in the community and press
  • Ensure the highest quality experience via customer focus, operational rigor, and adherence to Sofar's standards and values
  • Drive company culture through extension of Sofar's global culture, and elements that are distinctly London

Sofar Sounds connects artists and audiences through unique live music events held in unconventional venues like living rooms, galleries, and rooftops. The company started in London and has grown to host events in 78 countries, creating a global music community. Sofar Sounds focuses on providing a platform for artist discovery and fostering connections among attendees. In addition to organizing secret concerts, the company offers services to help artists manage their fan relationships and build sustainable careers. Revenue is generated through ticket sales for events and artist services, catering to music lovers seeking distinctive experiences and performers aiming to expand their fan base.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$44.6M

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for intimate live music experiences post-pandemic boosts Sofar's appeal.
  • Partnerships with non-traditional venues enhance Sofar's unique concert offerings.
  • Expansion of digital tools aligns with Sofar's artist services, aiding artist monetization.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from similar platforms could dilute Sofar's unique market position.
  • Virtual concert experiences may reduce demand for Sofar's in-person events.
  • Local noise ordinances may limit venue availability for Sofar's unconventional events.

What makes Sofar Sounds unique

  • Sofar Sounds hosts secret concerts in unconventional venues, creating unique music experiences.
  • The company offers artist services to help performers manage fan relationships and careers.
  • Sofar Sounds has expanded to 78 countries, fostering a global music community.

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