O*NET Career Intelligence

Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes

SOC 13-1011.00

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

Zone 4 Business and Financial Operations

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Speaking

4.1

Persuasion

4.1

Active Listening

4.0

Social Perceptiveness

4.0

Negotiation

4.0

Reading Comprehension

3.9

Critical Thinking

3.9

Time Management

3.8

Knowledge Areas 8

Customer and Personal Service

4.5

Sales and Marketing

4.3

English Language

4.1

Communications and Media

4.0

Administration and Management

3.6

Clerical

3.4

Fine Arts

3.2

Economics and Accounting

3.1

Key Tasks

1Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.

2Confer with clients to develop strategies for their careers, and to explain actions taken on their behalf.

3Develop contacts with individuals and organizations, and apply effective strategies and techniques to ensure their clients' success.

4Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients.

5Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.

Also Known As

Account Manager Advance Agent Agent Artist Agent Artist Manager Artist Representative Artist's Manager Artist's Representative Athlete Manager Athlete Marketing Agent