Talent Buyer Resume Samples

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Dallas, TX

Talent Buyer Assistant

Dallas, TX

Wolff, Klocko and Legros

Dallas, TX

Talent Buyer Assistant

Receive, execute and distribute performance agreements
Assist Talent Buyer in the creation of performance offers
Manage calendar for manager as well as various venues
Coordinate on-sales and pre-sales with Marketing Manager
Assist Talent Buyer in booking and coordinating local support
Assist Talent Buyer in booking Service Industry Nights
Assist Talent Buyer on venue Rental Events

Houston, TX

Junior Talent Buyer

Houston, TX

Becker, Kovacek and Gerhold

Houston, TX

Junior Talent Buyer

Manage and execute all Artist contract/rider processing, deposits, night of show payments, and tax documents
Set up filing system – Create/update of all artist biography information
Work with venue marketer on ticket give-away promotions, marketing materials and street team efforts
Work with talent agencies and band representatives to advance show
Hiring, training and management of interns
Execute promoting deals with local third-party promoters
Create and grow recurring local artist shows and club nights to achieve budgeted profit

present

Detroit, MI

Talent Buyer

Detroit, MI

Ebert and Sons

present

Detroit, MI

Talent Buyer

present

Work closely with Live Nation Touring offices to build and manage shows that are produced on a worldwide, national or leg by leg basis
Coordinate with Production Manager/Stage Manager to ensure successful show
Identify and develop underutilized markets and opportunities within Business Unit
Work with entire team to meet and exceed annual budget
Responsible for developing and creating new booking content
Continuing development of 3rd Party venue relationships
Assist with booking the Bayou Music Center, House of Blues Houston, House of Blues Dallas, The Aztec, along with 3rd party venues

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications

Loyola University Chicago

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications

Skills Skills

5 years of related work experience
Knowledge of general accounting principles
General understanding of ticketing systems
Computer savvy and skilled in MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel); knowledge of social media platforms
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interpret and analyze complex documents such as budgets, agreements, artist riders, ticket audits, production logistical advance sheets, settlement documents, guest lists and ticket request forms for all events
Ability to work independently to perform job, as well as in a team environment
Previous experience in the music industry with demonstrated ability to assess current music trends
Previous experience supervisor, leading, and/or mentoring team and working with all levels of an organization
Ability to execute duties in professional and confidential manner while maintaining a high level of independence

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Junior Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Maintain and grow current local nights and club nights to achieve budgeted profit
Execute promoting deals with local third-party promoters
Receive/review demo tapes received from local/national musicians
Compile and distribute monthly musical calendar
Communicate calendar updates/changes to staff and appropriate media and provide them with promotional material
Ensure that flow of venue and corporate information gets to Talent Buyer in an orderly and timely fashion
Schedule appointments and act as liaison between staff and Talent Buyer
Buy talent for the 370 capacity Parish Room and assist with booking other HOB NOLA venue spaces as needed
Manage and execute all Artist contract/rider processing, deposits, night of show payments, and tax documents
Prepare plans describing action steps to achieve financial targets
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe and Outlook
2 years prior experience Talent Buying is required
College degree preferred but not a requirement
Proactive team player with a positive attitude
Knowledge/experience with Search Engine Marketing and Email/Social marketing

Assistant to the Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Support the Talent Buyer with all show related administration
Manager and complete contracts in an accurate and timely manner
Manage internal documentation using internal booking systems, calendars and ticketing schedules
Work with internal and external Box Office Personnel
Provide general administrative support and perform diversified administrative duties; prioritize, and manage projects with minimal supervision
Schedule meetings, conferences and appointments; update calendar
Make travel arrangements and handle expenses
Multitask in a fast-paced environment and remain organized, with attention to detail
Establish relationships with industry people – agents, band management, labels representatives and venue management
Proficient use of Microsoft Outlook (including group scheduling) and of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to navigate the internet as a communication and research tool
Professional level of verbal and written communication skills
Possess a strong work ethic with a high sense of responsibility in an ever changing environment
Must be able to handle sensitive matters and exercise excellent judgment
Ability to work independently and within a team to juggle multiple prioritized tasks

Talent Buyer Intern Resume Examples & Samples

Faxing and emailing show related documents
Excel Spreadsheet Projects
Work on Local Band Listings
Work with Talent Buyers and Marketers to assist with helping promote shows in the area
Must be eligible to receive course credit for internship and show proof of said credit
Eager to learn and be proactive with new tasks
Must be able to handle a fast-paced environment with good humor and exceptional customer service
Excellent phone demeanor, written and oral communication skills
Computer knowledge (Word, Excel, Power Point) is a must!

Executive Assistant / Junior Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Prepare Regional VP for specialized meetings, conference calls and industry functions/trips
Field general inquiries and re-direct to appropriate staff
Monthly expenses and travel accommodations
Compiling venue finances for weekly profit and loss reports
Research projects (band popularity, festival schedules, local events in other venues, etc)
Receive/review demo tapes from local and national artists
Review band contracts and riders
Review venue contracts
Research, build and submit offers to agencies on behalf of Regional VP
Research, build and submit offers to agencies for Midwest Club & Theatre division as needed
Field and make calls on behalf of Regional VP - follow up calls and correspondence as needed
Provide support to Finance team by reviewing settlement sheets and tracking payments
Maintain office systems for calendar upkeep, confirmation distribution, etc
Assist with venue projects when necessary
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Proficient typing skills required (ability to type 30 wpm)

Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Assist with booking the Bayou Music Center, House of Blues Houston, House of Blues Dallas, The Aztec, along with 3rd party venues
Responsible for developing and creating new booking content
Responsible for show settlement as needed
Responsible for assisting in the creation of offers for the Booking Department
Responsible for contract preparation as necessary
We are looking for a candidate who has a strong passion for music and the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the live music industry, bringing strong relationships with agents and artist managers to the table
Must be well-versed in all genres of music and be a self-starter
Must be fluent in MS Office

Junior Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Buy talent for local Southern California third party venues and assist with booking other Los Angeles venue spaces as needed
Hiring, training and management of interns
3 years previous marketing/PR/promotions experience necessary

Junior Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Working Relationships
Judgment
Communication (written/verbal)
Development (self and subordinates)

Assistant to Senior Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Provide daily support to Regional VP of Midwest Talent, which includes but is not limited to
1-2 years previous marketing/PR/promotions experience necessary
Ability to provide leadership, engage in positive interaction with staff and guests, prioritize, organize, motivate staff, problem solve, delegate, follow-up, communicate and diffuse possibly volatile situations with tact
High school diploma required; college degree preferred

Associate Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

A minimum education level of: Bachelor of Arts/Sciences Degree (4-year). Area of Study: Business
Years of related work experience: 5 years
Strong Industry related relationships
Strong music industry relationships related to booking music and comedy talent
Strong computer skills and general office equipment; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
Ability to multi task & prioritize
Maintain correspondence with confidential information
Ability to organize, communicate, and keep accurate records
Knowledge of basic accounting
Desire to plan and grow national business platform for live music
A passion for live music and understanding of multiple genres of music

Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Assist on festival and concerts projects as assigned by manager
Prepare event budgets as requested by manager
Identify potential 3rd party venues and festival sites for events

Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Daily communication with touring professionals (agents, managers, record label reps) and assist in the pursuit of talent that has been identified to make sense within the various venues and markets in the Business Unit. The primary focus of this position will be on programming the new Irving Music Factory which is presently under construction
Constant communication with Live Nation staff to assist in making sure all facets of shows (production, marketing, ticketing, etc.) are given the best possible chance for success
Continuing development of 3rd Party venue relationships
Identify and develop underutilized markets and opportunities within Business Unit
Work closely with Live Nation Touring offices to build and manage shows that are produced on a worldwide, national or leg by leg basis
Work with entire team to meet and exceed annual budget
Expertly build deals in the internal show calculating program known as ROME
Take specific direction from and report to Anthony Nicolaidis the President of the Dallas BU
5 years experience in the music booking industry
Existing quality relationships with music industry professionals
Ability to travel / cover shows throughout the business unit (in and outside of Dallas)
Must have a team player mentality
Expert computer skills

Talent Buyer, Celebrity / Athlete Procurement Resume Examples & Samples

Provide high value counseling and consulting for both internal and external clients
Research and provide suggestions of appropriate talent and entertainment opportunities for Ketchum client projects as directed by the teams
Draft and negotiate talent and entertainment contracts coordinating with team members, talent representation and Ketchum legal
High level of professionalism, ability to talk to and present to senior level clients
Work with team members to manage and facilitate payment of talent
Have strong relationships with talent agents across a variety of verticals (sports, culinary, music, etc.), managers and publicists
Monitor and keep abreast of industry news and trends report updates to team
Create and manage project budgets when required
Monitor internal status of jobs and due dates; advise senior team members of developments; verify billing accuracy
Facilitate and coordinate various talent needs; prioritize and manage high volume of detail work
Significant experience and comfort-level with negotiating business points in PR, Advertising and Sponsorship contracts
Ability to follow the budgeting and billing procedures required by Ketchum and our clients
Able to recommend programs and formulate contracts that include all aspects of a program including social media, online content, etc
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or related field
5 - 7 years of experience in talent buying, entertainment public relations, talent agency, talent management or a similar position
Strong presentation & communications skills
Understanding of SAG and AFTRA implications for contracts
Legal related experience a plus

Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

A minimum education level of: Bachelor of Arts/Sciences Degree (4-year)
Knowledge of general accounting principles
General understanding of ticketing systems
Computer savvy and skilled in MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel); knowledge of social media platforms
Must have an outgoing personality with the ability to build and cultivate relationships
Ability to interpret and analyze complex documents such as budgets, agreements, artist riders, ticket audits, production logistical advance sheets, settlement documents, guest lists and ticket request forms for all events
Ability to work independently to perform job, as well as in a team environment
Must have established contacts and relationships in the music industry with major music agents, managers, artist and associated personnel
Must be able to work a flexible schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays
Previous experience in the music industry with demonstrated ability to assess current music trends
Previous experience supervisor, leading, and/or mentoring team and working with all levels of an organization
Must have understanding of local market to maximize event performance
Must be able to develop and execute creative marketing strategies for all shows within pre-determined budgets
Ability to execute duties in professional and confidential manner while maintaining a high level of independence

Associate Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

A minimum education level of: Bachelor of Arts/Sciences Degree (4-year) in Marketing, Public Relations, or a related area
2 -4 Years of related work experience
Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
Experience working with social media and social media marketing
Ability to multi-task, detail oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize work load and meet strict deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and cultivate relationships
Ability to build and foster working relationships with artist management
Knowledge of music industry preferred
Experience with existing industry contracts preferred

Talent Buyer Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

0 -2 years of related work experience
Computer savvy with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to multitask
Ability and willing to work nights, weekends and holidays as required
Knowledge of the music industry preferred

Talent Buyer Assitant Resume Examples & Samples

Assist Talent Buyer with the booking of events. Draft offers for artists and venues based on projected ticket sales. Reach out to venues to place calendar holds and coordinate with the availability of an artist
Submit offers to venues and agents. Follow up to ensure that appropriate documents are in order. Assist with ticket pricing, royalties, marketing, budgeting, and catering
Advance shows on the day of an event. Ensure that artist and vendors arrive, parking is available, and show advances on schedule
Compile all relevant invoices for settlement of shows, scan documents into internal drive-ELVIS and issue payments for vendors and its appropriate parties
Works with ticketing on sale announcement. Confirm accuracy of online announcements that they go out in a timely manner
Experience in Photoshop preferred

National Talent Buyer Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

Maintain show files. Update information if changes are made and if new information is made available
Responsible for various administrative tasks including submission of checks and contracts, ordering of petty cash, and revision of contracts for vendors and artists
May be responsible for various festival related tasks including: booking of hotels, credentials, artist’s needs and updating show sheets, ensuring vendor forms have been completed correctly, and ensuring all vendors have all essential materials
A minimum education level of: High School Diploma or its equivalency (BA/BS in Journalism and Communication preferred)
Ability to navigate social media platforms
Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast paced environment

Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Responsible for all aspects of Talent booking within venue
Coordinate with Production Manager/Stage Manager to ensure successful show
Flexible Schedule (days/nights, late hours, weekends, and holidays)
Skilled in decision making, guest relations, interpersonal communications, organization, and time management
Strong passion for music
High School diploma required,

Talent Buyer Resume Examples & Samples

Daily communication with touring professionals (agents, managers, labels) to ensure pursuit of talent that has been identified to make sense within the various venues and markets in the Business Unit
Constant communication with Live Nation Colorado Business Unit President and staff to make sure all facets of shows (production, marketing, ticketing, etc.) are given the best possible chance for success
5 years experience in the music booking and promoting industry
Ability to travel / cover shows throughout the business unit (in and outside of Denver)

Summer Talent Buyer Intern Resume Examples & Samples

Self-starter with organizational skills
Professional appearance and demeanor with a willingness to learn and take direction
Appropriate major in related field to desired position, business, marketing or music preferred
Previous experience in the music industry preferred
Works well in a under pressure
Can provide own housing and transportation to and from AEG Presents office in Seattle, WA

Summer Talent Buyer Internship Resume Examples & Samples

Excellent task management skills
Communicative with an interest or experience in the music industry
Able to prioritize multiple projects at once
Highly organized and detail orientated who is passionate and eager to learn
Provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S
Can provide own housing and transportation to and from AEG Presents office in Los Angeles, CA

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