Project Manager / Head of MW:M Live - The Showcase Festival of Most Wanted: Music

Freelancer Event management

Job Description

About MW:M Live
MW:M Live is the international showcase festival of the music business conference Most Wanted: Music (MW:M), organized by the Berlin Music Commission. It provides a platform for emerging local and international talent to perform live in front of industry professionals, decision-makers, and music enthusiasts. MW:M Live is an integral part of MW:M, the leading conference for the professional music and creative industries in Berlin.

Your Tasks

  • Manage the project for MW:M Live 2025.

  • Develop and implement a detailed project and timeline plan.

  • Plan and monitor resources and budgets.

  • Financial administration including public tendering of contracts, invoice control, payment approvals and preparation of reports for funding bodies.

  • Acquire and collaborate with national and international program partners, such as music export offices, regional pop music funding organizations, agencies, management teams, and labels.

  • Work closely with the production team and other stakeholders.

  • Support the selection and coordination of artists (booking).

  • Coordinate communication with artists, partners, and VIP guests.

  • Maintain and update the MW:M Live website and marketing materials.

  • Ensure the smooth execution of the event, including creating a show schedule.

  • Conduct debriefings and evaluations after the event.

Your Profile

  • Passion for creative events and the music industry.

  • Several years of experience in project and event management, preferably in the music or creative industries.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • High resilience and flexibility, even in high-pressure event environments.

  • Fluent in both German and English, spoken and written.

  • Familiarity with the Berlin music scene and existing networks is a plus.

What We Offer

  • A professional and motivated team with flat hierarchies.

  • Flexible working hours and locations.

  • The opportunity to actively shape a significant showcase festival.

  • Access to a vibrant network within the Berlin and international music scene.

  • A steep learning curve and new personal experiences.

Framework

  • Workload: Approximately 300 hours.

  • Duration: Start from March until the mid of December 2025.

  • Compensation: Based on personal qualifications on a freelance basis.

Application
Please send us your proposal/application, including your CV, references, and fee expectations until 14th February 2025 via email.

The Berlin Music Commission explicitly welcomes applications from people with migration backgrounds, women/non-cis-male applicants, and other marginalized groups. People with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.

Berlin Music Commission e.G.
Köpenicker Straße 7
10997 Berlin
Germany

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Salary Range

45€/h