Associate Producer, Touring

About Us:

Starvox Entertainment is a dynamic live entertainment company specializing in the development, production, and touring of theatrical and immersive experiences across North America. We are driven by a commitment to artistic excellence, innovative programming, and operational efficiency. We are seeking an experienced Associate Producer, Touring to lead the booking and planning of our national tours, overseeing all aspects from venue negotiation to execution.

Position Summary:

The Associate Producer, Touring plays a key leadership role in planning and executing touring productions. This position is responsible for spearheading venue negotiations, managing high-level logistics, developing and maintaining complex budgets, and overseeing the lifecycle of a tour from initial concept through to completion. Working cross-functionally with internal departments and external stakeholders, this role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in touring, producing, and contract negotiation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Tour Planning & Booking
  
  
  
  
  
  • Proactively research, negotiate, and secure bookings at performing arts centers, theatres, and non-traditional venues across North America.
    
    
  
  
  • Manage the full tour calendar and oversee hold processes, avails, and contracting with venues.
    
    
  
  
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with venue programmers, presenters, and booking agents to expand company touring opportunities.
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Budget Oversight & Financial Leadership
  
  
  
  
  
  • Build and manage comprehensive touring budgets, including projections, per-market modeling, and cost tracking.
    
    
  
  
  • Oversee financial reconciliation of tours and ensure all reporting is accurate and timely.
    
    
  
  
  • Evaluate tour viability and provide financial recommendations to senior leadership.
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Contract Negotiation & Administration
  
  
  
  
  
  • Lead contract negotiations with venues, vendors, and artists, ensuring favorable terms that protect the company’s financial and operational interests.
    
    
  
  
  • Collaborate with legal counsel to execute and maintain all tour-related agreements.
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Production & Logistics Leadership
  
  
  
  
  
  • Liaise with production, technical, and operations teams to ensure each venue can support the show’s requirements.
    
    
  
  
  • Oversee the advancement process, including technical riders, freight, accommodation, per diems, and travel logistics.
    
    
  
  
  • Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Cross-Departmental Collaboration
  
  
  
  
  
  • Act as a primary point of contact for the touring department, ensuring alignment with internal teams including finance, marketing, ticketing, and production.
    
    
  
  
  • Provide regular updates to executive leadership, and support reporting for board presentations or funding partners when needed.
    
    
  
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience producing or booking tours in live theatre or performing arts.
  
  


• Demonstrated success leading complex projects from concept to execution.
  
  


• Deep understanding of touring markets across North America, including presenter networks and routing strategies.
  
  


• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  
  


• Strong financial acumen, including experience developing and managing large-scale budgets.
  
  


• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Excel, and cloud-based project management tools.
  
  


• Ability to travel as required and work flexible hours during tour launches or production windows.
  
  

Preferred Assets:

• Experience working with U.S. and Canadian venues.
  
  


• Familiarity with Equity, IATSE, and other union contracts.
  
  


• Background in immersive or non-traditional theatrical formats is a plus.