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.
- Tasks
- 14 tasks9 core, 5 supplemental
- Family
- Business & FinancialOne of its 50 occupations
- Code
- 13-1011.00SOC 2018: 13-1011
What the work is made of
9 core tasks and 5 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.Core taskTask 12865Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 2. Send samples of clients' work and other promotional material to potential employers to obtain auditions, sponsorships, or endorsement deals.Core taskTask 21163Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 3. Keep informed of industry trends and deals.Core taskTask 12870Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 4. Conduct auditions or interviews to evaluate potential clients.Core taskTask 12872Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 5. Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.Core taskTask 12869Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 6. Confer with clients to develop strategies for their careers, and to explain actions taken on their behalf.Core taskTask 12866Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 7. Develop contacts with individuals and organizations, and apply effective strategies and techniques to ensure their clients' success.Core taskTask 12867Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 8. Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients.Core taskTask 12868Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 9. Arrange meetings concerning issues involving their clients.Core taskTask 12873Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 10. Manage business and financial affairs for clients, such as arranging travel and lodging, selling tickets, and directing marketing and advertising activities.Supplemental taskTask 12871Rated by 63 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 11. Hire trainers or coaches to advise clients on performance matters, such as training techniques or performance presentations.Supplemental taskTask 12877Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 12. Prepare periodic accounting statements for clients.Supplemental taskTask 12874Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 13. Obtain information about or inspect performance facilities, equipment, and accommodations to ensure that they meet specifications.Supplemental taskTask 12876Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
- Task 14. Advise clients on financial and legal matters, such as investments and taxes.Supplemental taskTask 12875Rated by 64 people who do the job, August 2020
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- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 13-1011
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