Artist Manager / Business Development Executive - Dance & Music (Mumbai)
Company:
RADA - Richard's Academy of Dance & Arts
Location:
Andheri West, Mumbai
Job Type:
Part-Time (but has to be from Mumbai)
Salary:
?5,000 + upto ?20% of every project per month (salary hike after 6 months based on performance and results)
About the Role
RADA (Richard's Academy of Dance & Arts), founded by
Richard D'Costa
- a professional performer, singer-songwriter, and choreographer with over 19 years of industry experience - is looking for a passionate
Artist Manager / Business Development Executive
to join our creative team.
This role is ideal for someone who loves dance, music, and entertainment, and wants to help grow a well-established creative brand that's expanding its footprint across Mumbai and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead Generation & Business Growth
Generate leads for
wedding sangeet choreography
,
corporate shows
, and
stage events
.
Build connections with
wedding planners
,
corporate event agencies
, and
production companies
.
Identify and pitch potential opportunities that align with RADA's brand and artistic vision.
Assist in
creating employment opportunities
and collaborations within the dance company.
2. Dance Academy Growth & Student Acquisition
Strategise and execute campaigns to
increase student footfall
for RADA's regular batches and workshops across Mumbai.
Develop creative
marketing strategies
(social media collaborations, influencer tie-ups, local partnerships) to attract genuine students who value
authentic dance training
.
Identify and connect with communities and audiences that appreciate
traditional, technique-based dance education
.
3. Music & Artist Management
Pitch
Richard D'Costa and his live band
for
lounge gigs, open mics, and unplugged nights
across Mumbai's club and pub circuit.
Build relationships with
venue owners, artist curators, and entertainment bookers
.
Gradually explore opportunities for
international shows, live performances, and collaborations
.
4. Strategy & Coordination
Work directly with Richard D'Costa to
brainstorm ideas, create pitch decks, and plan collaborations
.
Support overall
brand building, artist representation, and client relationship management
.
Handle correspondence, proposals, and follow-ups with potential clients or partners.
Ideal Candidate
Background in
arts management, event management, or business development
(preferred).
Strong
communication and networking skills
.
Good understanding of
social media and entertainment marketing
.
Self-motivated, organized, and genuinely passionate about dance and music.
Willing to grow with the company long-term and take ownership of projects.
What We Offer
Opportunity to work closely with
a reputed choreographer and performing artist
.
Exposure to the
Bollywood dance industry, live music scene, and event network
.
Creative freedom to pitch ideas and lead new initiatives.
Performance-based incentives
and
salary hike within 6 months
for proven results.
A fun, artistic, and growth-driven work environment.
Compensation Structure
This is a
performance-based role
offering a
fixed monthly salary of ?5,000
along with
project-based incentive commissions
. The selected candidate will earn a
percentage of revenue
from each event, project, or deal successfully converted (such as wedding sangeets, corporate shows, or artist bookings) which is up to 20% of every project approximately.
The
commission percentage varies depending on the project scale and budget
, and the detailed incentive structure will be explained during the
in-person interview
upon profile shortlisting.
How to Apply
Send your CV, social media handles (if any), and a short note on why you'd be perfect for this role.