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Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes in Washington

Want to work as an Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes in Washington? Below are the key facts. Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.

What do Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes Make in Washington?

State-level wage data is not available for this occupation in Washington. See national-level wages below.

National Wage Comparison

Nationally, agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes earn a median of $96,762 per year ($46.52/hour).

Employment Outlook

Nationally, total employment in this occupation is 217,753 agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes in the U.S.. In Washington alone, about 160 people work in this role. That’s more than the typical state, which employs around 130 agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes.

Top Washington Metros for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes

The metro areas below employ the most agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes in Washington.

Metro Area	Number Employed	Annual Median Salary
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA	120	n/a

Top States for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes Employment

These states have the highest employment of agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes work.

State	Number Employed
California	5,960
New York	2,660
Florida	810
Texas	730
Tennessee	630
North Carolina	390
Georgia	310
New Jersey	300
Illinois	280
Washington	160
Oregon	150
Virginia	140
Utah	130
Arizona	130
Pennsylvania	110
Connecticut	100
Colorado	100
Michigan	90
Ohio	70
Louisiana	70

Highest-Paying States for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes

The highest-paying states for agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes.

State	Annual Median Salary
Wisconsin	$114,210
Georgia	$100,880
Connecticut	$94,830
New Jersey	$83,410
New York	$81,470
Nevada	$78,370
Tennessee	$77,490
Minnesota	$75,080
Illinois	$72,490
Texas	$71,450

Skills

Key agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes skills, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Knowledge Areas

Key knowledge areas for this occupation, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Abilities

Top abilities for agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Daily Tasks

Day-to-day, agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes typically:

• Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.
• Send samples of clients' work and other promotional material to potential employers to obtain auditions, sponsorships, or endorsement deals.
• Keep informed of industry trends and deals.
• Conduct auditions or interviews to evaluate potential clients.
• Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.
• 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.
• Arrange meetings concerning issues involving their clients.
• Manage business and financial affairs for clients, such as arranging travel and lodging, selling tickets, and directing marketing and advertising activities.
• Hire trainers or coaches to advise clients on performance matters, such as training techniques or performance presentations.
• Prepare periodic accounting statements for clients.

Work Activities

• Getting Information
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
• Thinking Creatively
• Communicating with People Outside the Organization
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
• Scheduling Work and Activities
• Working with Computers
• Selling or Influencing Others
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Tools & Technology

Common tools and software used in this occupation include: Hot technologies: Adobe Photoshop, Apple macOS In-demand technologies: Microsoft Excel

What Major Will Prepare You For This Career?

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• Business Administration & Management
• Public Relations & Advertising

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Related Careers

Careers similar to agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes include:

• Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
• Fundraisers
• Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
• Personal Financial Advisors
• Art Directors
• Producers and Directors

Also Known As

Acquisition Agent, Advance Agent, Agent, Artist Manager, Artist Representative, Artist's Manager, Artist's Representative, Athlete Manager, Athlete Marketing Agent, Athletic Agent, Author's Agent, Band Manager, Booker, Booking Agent, Booking Manager.

References

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — https://www.bls.gov/oes/
• O*NET Online — https://www.onetonline.org/
• BLS Employment Projections — https://www.bls.gov/emp/
• O*NET-SOC code: 13-1011.00