Music Manager

Overview

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ hospitality and setting the gold standard across the industry. Join the FIVE Tribe and get ready to make waves.

A driven self-starter with excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills. As an astute creative and critical thinker, you can conceptualise and implement innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment. A can-do attitude with an inherent ownership mindset makes you a highly motivated go-getter. Your outgoing and approachable nature enables you to connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key stakeholders, ensuring a sensational journey at FIVE.

Joining our Entertainment Team as a Music Manager will empower you to deliver exceptional experiences across our award-winning lifestyle destinations. Jump on board and unlock your potential in a buzzing environment that will elevate your career.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in music programming, entertainment planning, nightlife management, or luxury hospitality entertainment within the UAE.
• Proven experience conceptualising and executing music-led events (e.g., pool parties, club nights, branded event series).
• Strong understanding of music genres including electronic, pop, R&B, hip-hop, and international trends.
• Demonstrated ability to curate vibe and energy for diverse guest demographics.
• Established network within the regional or international music and entertainment industry.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to balance creativity and profitability.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• A ‘FIVE-Styled’ mindset — bold, innovative, hands-on, and solution-oriented.

• Develop and execute innovative music and entertainment concepts across venues, including pool parties, nightlife events, brunches, and seasonal activations.
• Curate programming that aligns with brand positioning, guest demographics, and market trends.
• Create themed entertainment calendars and signature event series that drive footfall and revenue.
• Stay ahead of global and regional music trends to ensure offerings remain relevant, aspirational, and commercially competitive.
• Identify, evaluate, and secure DJs, live performers, and entertainment acts aligned with the brand’s energy and positioning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with artists, agents, and entertainment partners.
• Negotiate performance agreements in collaboration with senior leadership and legal where required.
• Ensure music selection across venues enhances guest journey and experience.
• Work closely with Operations, Marketing, and F&B teams to translate entertainment concepts into fully executed experiences.
• Oversee on-site entertainment delivery, ensuring seamless technical, operational, and creative execution.
• Coordinate artist logistics including technical riders, hospitality requirements, and scheduling.
• Lead pre-event planning and post-event evaluation to continuously elevate quality and ROI.
• Collaborate with Finance and senior leadership on entertainment budgets and cost control.
• Analyse event performance, guest feedback, and revenue data to refine programming strategy.
• Identify partnership and sponsorship opportunities to enhance brand positioning and profitability.
• Act as a central liaison between entertainment partners and internal departments.
• Ensure alignment between programming, brand campaigns, marketing rollouts, and venue strategy.
• Contribute ideas proactively to enhance overall venue experience and competitive positioning in the Dubai nightlife market.

‘FIVERs’ are cultured yet chic, confident yet self-effacing, and work hard to play even harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you’ll personify the distinct ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and apply it to create Insta-perfect experiences for our guests that keep them coming back for more. If you dream of being surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your passion for delivering…