Events Crew MC

1 Year ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Sofar MC, you will play a crucial role in creating memorable experiences for audiences to discover new amazing artists. You will support the artists, create personal connections with the audience, and provide opportunities for audience members to interact with the artists and each other. You will guide the show, make the audience feel welcome, bring the show to life through audience and artist engagement, and represent Sofar to all artists and audience members. You will work closely with the Crew team to ensure everything runs smoothly and on time. You will discover and listen to amazing artists from around the world.
Must have:
  • Charismatic, engaging public speaker comfortable presenting to a live audience.
  • Experienced in public speaking and/or presenting live events.
  • Musician or experienced working closely with musicians.
  • Reliable and able to handle high-pressure situations.
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills in fast-paced situations.
  • Strong interest in music and genuine connection to supporting artists.
  • Able to move boxes up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends on occasion.

Job Details

About Us


Sofar Sounds is a global community that connects artists and audiences through unique and intimate experiences. Sofar shows transform everyday spaces — from living rooms and rooftops, to boutiques and museums — into captivating venues for intimate gigs, creating inclusive experiences that bring people closer together. Founded in London in 2009, Sofar creates space where music and arts matter in 400 cities around the world.


Our global team is distributed across the US and UK, and is backed by some of the best-known consumer industry investors (TCG, Battery Ventures, Union Square Ventures, Octopus and others).


The Role


As a Sofar MC, you’ll play an integral role in creating memorable experiences for audiences to discover new amazing artists. You’ll be supporting our artists, creating a personal connection with the audience and opportunities for audience members to interact with the artists and with each other. 


Sofar has worked with over 45,000 artists, hosted over 1,000,000 fans at shows around the world and engages with millions more online each month. You will be part of a music-adoring team who are passionate about creating an industry-leading culture that supports artists and introduces their music to new fans.


The applicable wage for this position is $20.00/hour. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.


Who you are:
  • Guide the show and make the audience feel welcome
  • Bring the show to life through audience and artist engagement
  • Be an artist advocate - support the artists, encourage the audience to support, follow and stream the artists
  • Represent Sofar to all artists and audience members
  • Work closely with the Crew team to ensure everything runs smoothly and on time
  • Discover and listen to amazing artists from around the world


What you'll do:
  • You are a charismatic, engaging public speaker and comfortable presenting in front of a live audience
  • Experienced in public speaking and/or presenting live events 
  • A musician or experienced in working closely with musicians in a live setting
  • You are reliable and are able to handle high-pressure situations
  • You have super strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, especially in fast-paced situations
  • You have a strong interest in music and genuine connection to supporting artists
  • Must be able to move boxes up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation
  • You are able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends on occasion must be available


If our mission and job opening resonate, you're encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging and building a diverse team that reflects a variety of lived experiences, perspectives, and skills.

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