Dennis McAfee

Tour Manager | Content Creator | Social Media Manager

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

About

I’m a touring professional with experience across multiple roles, including tour manager, production coordinator and assistant, content creator, merchandise manager, and teleprompter operator. I’ve worked with multiple artists, supporting national tours from the ground up. My background includes coordinating travel logistics, managing schedules in Master Tour, overseeing budgets, advancing shows, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations on the road. I earned my B.S. in Music, Media, and Enterprise from The Ohio State University and my MBA in Music Business from Southern New Hampshire University to deepen my leadership and business strategy skills in the live music space. Known for being organized, calm under pressure, and team-oriented, I’m passionate about the touring lifestyle and making sure both artists and crew have what they need to succeed. I’m always looking to bring that energy to new projects and tours.

Experience

  • Joe Bonamassa (Nashville, Tennessee, United States)
    • Production Assistant
      Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

      Collaborated with tour management and production team to support day-to-day show operations, including advancing show details, coordinating with venues, assisting with hospitality and catering, and supporting load-in/load-out to ensure smooth and efficient execution of each performance.

    • Merchandise Manager
      Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

      Oversaw all merchandise operations across a multi-city U.S. tour, including inventory management, sales tracking, settlements, and venue coordination. Managed daily merch pulls, maintained accurate financial reporting, and facilitated over $300,000 in gross merchandise sales while supporting a high-quality fan purchasing experience.

  • Vince Gill Tours Inc (Nashville, Tennessee, United States)
    • Photographer
      May 2025 - Dec 2025 · 8 mos

      Captured and produced digital content, including photos, videos, and social media posts, to promote the tour and enhance fan engagement.

    • Production Assistant
      Jul 2024 - Dec 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

      Collaborated closely with the tour manager to coordinate all show-related logistics, including but not limited to advancing hospitality and catering, settlement, managing the guest list, organizing VIP arrangements, and ensuring seamless execution of show.

    • Teleprompter Operator
      Jul 2024 - Dec 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

      Responsible for the setup and operation of the teleprompter during live shows and rehearsals, ensuring accurate and timely display of lyrics to facilitate smooth performances

  • Darren Kiely (Nashville, Tennessee, United States · On-site)
    • Tour Manager
      Aug 2024 - Jan 2025 · 6 mos

      Oversaw the logistics, scheduling, and coordination of tour with headliner TM , ensuring smooth operations for artists and crew throughout a tour.

    • Content Creator
      Aug 2024 - Jan 2025 · 6 mos

      Captured and produced digital content, including photos, videos, and social media posts, to promote the tour and enhance fan engagement.

  • Dillon Carmichael (Full-time · 9 mos)
    • Tour Manager
      Mar 2024 - Jun 2024 · 4 mos

      Coordinated transportation logistics, budgeting, and financial planning. Advanced shows, managed merchandise sales, and tracked revenue. Maintained schedules and details in Master Tour for seamless operations.

    • Social Media Coordinator
      Oct 2023 - Mar 2024 · 6 mos

      Managed all social media accounts, engaging with fans and scheduling weekly content. Captured, edited, and delivered on-the-road content within 24 hours, including weekly video recaps. Assisted with promotional liners and monthly content days to enhance brand visibility.

  • Brothers Osborne (Nashville, Tennessee, United States)
    • Production Assistant
      Jun 2023 - Apr 2024 · 11 mos

      Perform assigned responsibilities including but not limited to setting up of outdoor bus compound area, mobile gym, band practice room, and artist dressing rooms.

    • Photographer
      Jun 2023 - Apr 2024 · 11 mos

      Responsibilities include capturing, editing, and submitting content within 24 hours of performance, as well as assisting with liners/promotional material for label and management use.