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Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Description
Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.
Common Tasks
- Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.
- Confer with clients to develop strategies for their careers, and to explain actions taken on their behalf.
- Develop contacts with individuals and organizations, and apply effective strategies and techniques to ensure their clients' success.
- Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients.
- Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in California was $57.04 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in California was $118,647.13 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 7,500 people in California during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 32.0% in the number of jobs in California for this occupation, bringing to total number to 9,900.
By 2024, in California, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $36.00 with the median annual salary reaching $75,820.
