talent-agent/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — talent agent

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 13-1011.00 (Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes).

Task statements

• [Core] Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.
• [Core] Confer with clients to develop strategies for their careers, and to explain actions taken on their behalf.
• [Core] Develop contacts with individuals and organizations, and apply effective strategies and techniques to ensure their clients' success.
• [Core] Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients.
• [Core] Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.
• [Core] Keep informed of industry trends and deals.
• [Core] Conduct auditions or interviews to evaluate potential clients.
• [Core] Arrange meetings concerning issues involving their clients.
• [Core] Send samples of clients' work and other promotional material to potential employers to obtain auditions, sponsorships, or endorsement deals.
• [Supplemental] Manage business and financial affairs for clients, such as arranging travel and lodging, selling tickets, and directing marketing and advertising activities.
• [Supplemental] Prepare periodic accounting statements for clients.
• [Supplemental] Advise clients on financial and legal matters, such as investments and taxes.
• [Supplemental] Obtain information about or inspect performance facilities, equipment, and accommodations to ensure that they meet specifications.
• [Supplemental] Hire trainers or coaches to advise clients on performance matters, such as training techniques or performance presentations.

Detailed work activities

• Administer personnel recruitment or hiring activities.
• Advise others on legal or regulatory compliance matters.
• Arrange collective bargaining agreements.
• Collect payments for goods or services.
• Conduct eligibility or selection interviews.
• Correspond with customers to answer questions or resolve complaints.
• Develop business relationships.
• Distribute promotional literature or samples to customers.
• Implement financial decisions.
• Inspect facilities or equipment to ensure specifications are met.
• Market products, services, or events.
• Organize special events.
• Perform marketing activities.
• Prepare financial documents.
• Recommend investments to clients.
• Update professional knowledge.