Jen Johnson
About Jen Johnson
Jen Johnson is an experienced Artist Hospitality Manager at Insomniac Events, overseeing artist needs at various festivals since 2008. With over 20 years in artist festival production and a background in talent liaison, she also serves as a COVID Compliance Officer and has a degree in Business Music & Fashion Marketing.
Work at Insomniac Events
Jen Johnson has served as the Artist Hospitality Manager for all festivals at Insomniac Events since 2008. In this role, she oversees the hospitality needs of artists participating in various festivals organized by the company. Her responsibilities include ensuring that artists receive appropriate accommodations and support during events. This position has allowed her to contribute significantly to the overall experience of artists at festivals.
Current Role at AEG Presents
Since 2014, Jen Johnson has held the position of Artist Hospitality Manager at the Coachella Music Festival, organized by AEG Presents. Located in Indio, California, she has been instrumental in managing artist hospitality for this prestigious event for ten years. Her role involves coordinating logistics and ensuring that artists have a positive experience during the festival.
Experience in Artist Festival Production
With over 20 years of experience in artist festival production and touring, Jen Johnson has developed a comprehensive understanding of the industry. Her background includes talent liaison responsibilities, staff hiring, and coordination. This extensive experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to manage large-scale events effectively.
Education and Expertise
Jen Johnson studied at Orange Coast College, where she earned an Associate's degree in Business Music & Fashion Marketing from 1990 to 1994. This educational background has provided her with a foundation in business principles relevant to the music and events industry. Her expertise extends to festival design direction, project management, travel logistics, and site operations.
Self-Employment and COVID Compliance
Since 2020, Jen Johnson has been self-employed as a COVID Compliance Officer. In this role, she focuses on ensuring health and safety protocols are followed during events, adapting to the challenges posed by the pandemic. This position reflects her commitment to maintaining safety standards in the events industry.