Damian Costin is a veteran of Australia’s music and live entertainment industry, with a career that bridges the stage, the studio and the boardroom. From his early days in ARIA-charting rockers Motor Ace to senior leadership roles guiding large-scale events and campaigns, Damian has consistently created pathways where artists, audiences and brands meet.
As Director of OLX Entertainment, Damian oversees a dynamic entertainment and marketing agency that produces campaigns, festivals, tours and brand activations for clients across music, lifestyle, and culture. OLX’s remit spans creative strategy, talent partnerships, event delivery and long-term brand alignment with music audiences, cementing Damian’s reputation as one of the industry’s most connected and forward-looking executives.
Previously, as General Manager of Live Nation Special Events, Damian led bespoke programs that brought the world’s largest live entertainment platform to premium private, corporate and brand-led showcases—curating talent, producing end-to-end shows, and shaping partnerships that delivered cultural impact and commercial results.
Before Live Nation, Damian served as Director of 123 Agency, one of Australia’s respected independent talent businesses, where he championed both emerging and established artists, built touring footprints across the country, and brokered brand collaborations. He also founded and led Creative Entertainment Agency, a specialist outfit for music-driven campaigns, private events, festivals and venue programs.
Damian’s perspective is uniquely artist-informed. As a member of Motor Ace, he experienced the full lifecycle of writing, recording and touring at scale—insight that continues to inform his approach to artist development, brand integration and event strategy.
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Across all roles, Damian has collaborated with leading promoters, venues, media and global brands to create memorable, measurable outcomes—balancing creative excellence with commercial clarity. He is known for clear communication, calm delivery under pressure, and a hands-on approach that keeps artists supported and partners confident from brief to encore.
Today, through OLX Entertainment, Damian continues to champion Australian talent while leveraging global networks to unlock new stages, new audiences and new opportunities.
