Head of Music and Talent Buyer, North America

We are seeking a highly collaborative and organized Head of Music to support and execute the musical identity of Soho House across North America, while supporting LATAM Houses as needed. This role is responsible for the fast-paced booking, coordination, and management of a wide range of DJs, live acts, House playlists, and music programming initiatives across our Houses and key external events.

The ideal candidate will have strong relationships within the music industry, experience working across multiple formats and timelines simultaneously, and the ability to adapt to the evolving operational and creative needs of the business. Working closely with local, regional, and global teams, this person will help bring Soho House’s global music taste and brand identity to life through collaboration, consistency, and thoughtful execution across a variety of member-facing experiences.

• Talent Sourcing & Booking: Identify, source, and book DJs and live musicians for a variety of events both in and out of Soho House venues, ensuring a balance of emerging talent and established acts across multiple genres
• Event Planning & Coordination: Lead the advancing of each music booking to ensure deal memos, tech/AV requirements, invoicing, on site operations are executed seamlessly from confirmation to the event date, collaborating closely with internal operational teams.
• Music Programming: Curate diverse and innovative music programming, taking into consideration cultural moments, internal franchises, member preferences, seasonal trends, and the unique atmosphere of each venue.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, managers, and artists to ensure Soho House attracts high-quality talent. Negotiate contracts, fees, and performance terms.
• Brand Representation: Act as a brand ambassador for Soho House when liaising with talent, venues, and external parties.
• Market Research: Stay on top of current and emerging music trends, genres, and talent to ensure Soho House remains at the forefront of cultural relevance.
• Collaboration: Work with other departments, including marketing, communications, and operations, to create a cohesive and engaging experience for members and guests.
• Event Evaluation & Reporting: Review the success of music events and provide feedback on performance, member engagement, and overall experience
• In House Playlists: Account managing the companies providing the inhouse playlists to ensure consistency and ability to adapt to one off briefs.
• Talent Liaison: Attend key events such as all primary events, larger music moments and act as talent liaison for the duration.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in music booking and talent management, with a focus on live music & DJ talent.
• Strong network of industry contacts, including artists, agents, and managers.
• A deep understanding of the current music landscape and emerging trends across multiple genres
• Proven experience working in live music, we expect the candidate to come with a reputation within the industry.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple bookings and events simultaneously.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for music and an understanding of the Soho House brand and its members.

• Knowledge of a wide range of music genres spanning the heritage to the emerging
• Confident discussing sound equipment and technical requirements for live music and DJ performances.
• Ability to anticipate member preferences and curate tailored musical experiences.
• Creative thinker with an eye for discovering new talent and fostering emerging artists.
• Ability to work flexibly and creatively within a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of a wide range of music genres spanning the heritage to the emerging
• Confident discussing sound equipment and technical requirements for live music and DJ performances.
• Ability to anticipate member preferences and curate tailored musical experiences.
• Creative thinker with an eye for discovering new talent and fostering emerging artists.
• Ability to work flexibly and creatively within a fast-paced environment.