About Us
Garage Sale Bar is a neighborhood bar and creative venue in East Nashville with a focus on live music, community events, and curated experiences. We’re building a reputation as a reliable, exciting spot for both emerging and established artists.
Position Overview
We’re looking for a Booking Agent / Talent Buyer to lead and grow our live events programming. This person will be responsible for booking shows, developing relationships with artists and promoters, and creating a consistent, high-quality calendar that reflects the identity of Garage Sale Bar.
Key Responsibilities
- Book live music, DJs, and special events on a weekly/monthly basis
- Build and maintain relationships with local, regional, and touring artists
- Develop a consistent programming strategy (genres, themes, recurring nights, etc.)
- Coordinate show details including timing, artist needs, and compensation
- Work with management to align bookings with brand and business goals
- Collaborate on event promotion (social media, flyers, partnerships)
- Track performance of shows and help refine booking strategy over time
Qualifications
- Experience booking shows, talent buying, or working in live events/music
- Strong network within the Nashville music scene (preferred)
- Organized, communicative, and reliable
- Good instincts for programming and audience building
- Ability to negotiate artist fees and manage budgets
- Passion for live music and community-driven spaces
What We’re Looking For
- Someone who can bring consistency to our calendar
- A curator who understands vibe and crowd-building—not just filling dates
- A self-starter who can take ownership of the space’s booking identity
Compensation
- Flexible: per-show rate, hourly, or percentage-based (to be discussed)
- Opportunity to grow with the venue as programming expands
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person