Lindsey Gilbert
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
Highly experienced and results driven Entertainment professional with over 9 years of success in the Las Vegas Entertainment Industry. Proven track record of booking and managing top-tier performances, creating innovative and engaging events and delivering exceptional experiences for guests. Adept at maximizing revenue while controlling costs. Passionate about delivering unparalleled entertainment offerings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Programming
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts
Las Vegas, NV
09.2021 - Current
- Review Artists Contracts and Show Riders for national touring Artists
- Issue Artist payments for all Reynolds Hall, Myron's and Troesh Studio Theater Artists
- Oversee Artist Services Manager and ensure a quality experience for all visiting and local Artists
- Produce and review all night-of show Settlements with Promoters, Tour Managers and Production Managers
- Coordinate with all departments including Programming, Marketing, Show Production, Ticketing, Front of House, Hospitality and Security
- Work with Finance to ensure the accuracy of all post show Event Reports
- Work with VP/COO on all department and show related budgeting, purchasing & capital expenditures pertaining to Programming, Stage Labor & Hospitality/ Special Events
- Monitor all ticket sales and update tracking reports
Entertainment Manager
Boyd Gaming
Las Vegas, NV
06.2017 - 09.2021
- Work closely with the property Senior Executives to develop fresh concepts for booking multiple showrooms on four properties
- Oversee all showroom staff including box office supervisors, agents and ushers
- Work directly with Tour Managers and Artists to advance all hospitality including lodging, transportation, rider fulfillment and settlement
- Track all contracts from negotiation to execution. Monitor artist payments and COI's.
- Key point of contact for all Agents, Promoters, Tour Managers and Artists
- Compile all research and analysis for potential shows utilizing historical data, Pollstar box office reports and social media reach. Maintain and distribute post analysis including P&L reports
- Represent the Showrooms and Entertainment department at all property meetings
- Work closely with other departments including Marketing and Advertising, Catering and Sales to ensure successful events
- Monitor event sales
- Determine points of weakness and how to improve efficiency
- Issue contracts and payments for all entertainers
Entertainment Specialist
Boyd Gaming - Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall
Las Vegas, NV
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Responsible for all Entertainment events from conception to finish including: in-house, 4-Wall and live television broadcast events.
- In charge of all Ticketing, Box Office management and Showroom management.
- Organize all backstage hospitality needs, hotel accommodation and transportation for entertainers.
- Maintain active entertainment checkbooks and create pro formas and post formas for all Entertainment events.
- Conduct revenue analysis for all Entertainment events.
- Analyze current music and entertainment trends to assist in the booking process.
- Collect payments from outside promoters and maintain accounting deadlines.
- Adhere to all Entertainment contracts and riders and arrange for all entertainer fees to be paid on time and correctly.
- Responsible for executing and assisting in the development and marketing for Entertainment events taking place in the Showroom and lounges, including email campaigns to promote events.
- Use Entertainment events to help drive revenue to other casino outlets utilizing unique marketing ideas.
- Create event fact sheets and maintain team member message boards to ensure all team members are well informed of events to create a greater guest experience
- Entertainment department lead.
- Direct report on property for all Entertainment Technicians, Box Office staff and ushers.
- Provides administrative and logistical support for the Boyd Gaming Corporate Director of Entertainment.
Education
Master of Arts - Music Industry Management and Enterprises
London Metropolitan University
2014
Bachelor of Arts - Music History and Literature
University of Nevada Las Vegas
2010
Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Talent Buying
- Artist Services
- Event Management
- Market research proficiency
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptable
- Natural leader
- Talented public speaker
- Thrives under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Planning and coordination
Accomplishments
Effortlessly stepped into a leadership role when the department was left without an Entertainment Director. Executed the largest entertainment event in Boyd Gaming History with The Killers Sam's Town Decennial Extravaganza. Successfully lead the transition from UNLV ticketing to Ticketmaster and became the property lead for ticket training and education. Secured multiple sponsorships for weekly and monthly casino parties including a car giveaway. Cultivated professional relationships with agents, managers, artists and promoters resulting in many repeat events. Awarded the title of Miss UNLV 2011, a preliminary title to the Miss America Scholarship program. Served in a volunteer role as the President of the Board of Directors for the Miss Nevada Scholarship Organization and was named Volunteer Of The Year, 2024. Currently serving as the Nevada state leader for the Young Survival Coalition.
Timeline
Senior Manager, Programming
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts
09.2021 - Current
Entertainment Manager
Boyd Gaming
06.2017 - 09.2021
Entertainment Specialist
Boyd Gaming - Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall
10.2015 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Music Industry Management and Enterprises
London Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Arts - Music History and Literature
University of Nevada Las Vegas
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