Bowie State University · 1 month ago
Events & Venue Booking Manager
Bowie, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expBowie State University is seeking an Events & Venue Booking Manager to serve as the primary point of contact for external clients and organizations utilizing the university’s venues. The role involves developing strategies for maximizing venue use and revenue, coordinating events, and ensuring compliance with university standards.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute a revenue generation strategy to increase utilization and maximize income from campus venues, with a focus on theaters and large-scale event spaces
Serve as the lead contact for booking shows, performances, conferences, and other external events
Negotiate contracts and rental agreements with artists, promoters, organizations, and event partners
Coordinate closely with the Conference & Event Services team, Facilities, Public Safety, and other campus partners to ensure successful event execution
Maintain an annual booking calendar and track revenue goals
Build and maintain relationships with talent agents, promoters, community organizations, and other stakeholders to expand event opportunities
Research market trends and identify new opportunities for revenue-generating events
Ensure compliance with university policies, protocols and branding standards for all booked events
Provide excellent client service to external renters and partners, serving as an ambassador for the university
Support the promotion of events in partnership with the Office of Marketing & Communications, as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in arts management, business, hospitality, marketing, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in venue booking and event management
Proven success in generating revenue through event bookings or space rentals
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including artists, promoters, clients, and university partners
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by event schedules
Preferred
Knowledge of performing arts, entertainment, or live event industries preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Prescription
Long-term disability
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Life insurance
Paid time for paid sick leave
Annual leave
Personal leave
12 paid holidays per year
Tuition remission
Employer-funded pension
Supplemental retirement accounts
Company
Bowie State University
Bowie State University is a school in Bowie.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$5.63MKey Investors
Maryland Higher Education CommissionNational Science FoundationMinority Business Development Agency
2025-06-04Grant· $2.2M
2024-07-03Grant
2023-01-12Grant· $2.1M
Leadership Team
Charles Adams
Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director
Maurice Tyler
Vice-President of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer
Recent News
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