Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers.
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Average
$53,680
ANNUAL
$25.81
HOURLY
Entry Level
$26,480
ANNUAL
$12.73
HOURLY
Mid Level
$50,740
ANNUAL
$24.40
HOURLY
Expert Level
$75,000
ANNUAL
$36.06
HOURLY
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Degree Recommendations
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
01
Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.
02
Confer with clients to develop strategies for their careers, and to explain actions taken on their behalf.
03
Develop contacts with individuals and organizations, and apply effective strategies and techniques to ensure their clients' success.
04
Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients.
05
Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.
06
Keep informed of industry trends and deals.
07
Manage business and financial affairs for clients, such as arranging travel and lodging, selling tickets, and directing marketing and advertising activities.
08
Conduct auditions or interviews to evaluate potential clients.
09
Arrange meetings concerning issues involving their clients.
10
Prepare periodic accounting statements for clients.
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Sales and Marketing
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Communications and Media
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Persuasion
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Negotiation
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Speech Recognition
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
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