Venue Manager

WME is seeking a Venue Manager to help launch, operate, and grow our newly built screening room, opening late July. The right candidate will bring existing industry relationships and a hands‑on approach to shaping the room’s programming ahead of opening and building it into a premier resource for both internal and external industry partners. Primary Responsibilities Sales & Booking: Proactively drive bookings by leveraging existing industry relationships and identifying new business opportunities; own the screening room calendar, managing all inbound and outbound booking requests and balancing internal WME needs alongside external client requests with clear communication and seamless scheduling; develop and maintain relationships with agents, assistants, producers, and support staff to grow the room’s client base; coordinate staffing and ancillary logistics in support of screenings and events. Programming: Work closely with the internal events team, facilities, and key stakeholders to define and continuously evolve the screening room’s programming strategy; help establish workflows, booking policies, and operational standards that set the room up for long‑term success. Technical Operations: Working knowledge of DCP projection, video file formats, Blu‑Ray, and streaming platforms to confidently oversee all screening presentations; work closely with the A/V team to operate and troubleshoot systems including microphones, music playback, and presentation slides; ensure proper maintenance of all projection and audio equipment. Client Services & Collaboration: Serve as the primary front‑facing representative of the screening room, delivering a polished and professional experience for executives, talent, and external guests; prioritize and manage competing requests from both internal WME teams and external partners, ensuring all clients receive a consistent, high‑touch experience; anticipate client needs and proactively communicate to ensure every screening runs smoothly from arrival to wrap; partner closely with the events team on high‑profile screenings and special events, including catering and hospitality coordination; liaise with the Facilities team on room readiness, maintenance needs, and build‑out logistics throughout the pre‑opening phase and beyond; manage and train any outside projectionists or contracted staff. Qualifications Experience in a screening room, theater, post‑production facility, or live events environment preferred. Existing relationships with studios, production companies, and/or talent agencies strongly preferred. A natural salesperson with a proactive approach to business development and client outreach. Working knowledge of digital cinema projection (DCP), A/V systems, and screening room operations. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple bookings and priorities simultaneously. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable working with executives, talent, and external partners. Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑touch environment. Proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with a high standard for hospitality and discretion. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events as needed. Compensation & Benefits Hiring Rate Minimum: $112,500 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds) Hiring Rate Maximum: $150,000 annually The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short‑ and long‑term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings. #J-18808-Ljbffr