VetMF

Occupation

Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes

Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.

$82,890 medianBright outlookBachelor's typical

O*NET 31.0 · 13-1011.00

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

  1. 01Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.
  2. 02Send samples of clients' work and other promotional material to potential employers to obtain auditions, sponsorships, or endorsement deals.
  3. 03Keep informed of industry trends and deals.
  4. 04Conduct auditions or interviews to evaluate potential clients.
  5. 05Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.
  6. 06Confer with clients to develop strategies for their careers, and to explain actions taken on their behalf.
  7. 07Develop contacts with individuals and organizations, and apply effective strategies and techniques to ensure their clients' success.
  8. 08Prepare periodic accounting statements for clients.
  9. 09Obtain information about or inspect performance facilities, equipment, and accommodations to ensure that they meet specifications.
  10. 10Advise clients on financial and legal matters, such as investments and taxes.
  11. 11Hire trainers or coaches to advise clients on performance matters, such as training techniques or performance presentations.
  12. 12Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients.

Task statements ranked by how many workers report them · O*NET 31.0

What the posting will be called

AgentBooking AgentTalent AgentTheatrical AgentAthlete Marketing AgentBookerEntertainment SpecialistLiterary AgentPrint AgentTalent Representative

Titles reported by employers for this occupation. Search job boards with these, not the O*NET name.

Knowledge the job leans on

Customer and Personal ServiceSales and MarketingEnglish LanguageAdministration and ManagementFine ArtsCommunications and MediaAdministrativePersonnel and Human Resources

Skills that carry over from service

NegotiationPersuasionSocial PerceptivenessTime ManagementCoordinationComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingService Orientation