Question 1

How much does a Venue Manager make?

Alison Stolpa · Accepted Answer

Music Venue Managers can expect to earn anywhere from about $18,000 to $84,000 annually, based on the size and success of their venue. The average annual salary for a Concert Hall/Venue Manager is is approximately $50,700.

Question 2

What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

Stephanie Bettig · Accepted Answer

“Get curious. Do as much as you can to learn and if you can’t get a job, volunteer and figure it out. You’ve got to work hard. Much of the venue work is part-time or on call and there’s a big list of people who are trying to do that work. There are more and more people looking for ad hoc work so you’ve got to stand out. You have to work hard and be persistent.”

Question 3

What’s the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

Stephanie Bettig · Accepted Answer

“One thing I would say is you’re involved in all aspects of the venue and production a lot of the time. The Managers I see that are having the most difficulty in their careers are those who maybe have overlooked some aspects of personal development. 
“A person can be very good and have very good knowledge technically of how to make that venue run and how to do some managerial things, but if they don’t have leadership qualities and are difficult to work with, they’re going to have a hard time keeping a reliable staff. 
“They’ll find themselves training a lot and will burn out faster. It’s bad for business; clients can go to other venues and get exceptional service with the same quality of production.”

Question 4

If you could describe in one word what makes you successful, what would it be?

Stephanie Bettig · Accepted Answer

“I am a lifelong learner. I’m never done learning and I’m always trying to get better.”

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