Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.
Median pay: $82,890/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +8.7% projected growth, 2024–2034 — faster than average.
About 2,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• 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.
What's the median pay for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes?
The median pay for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes is $82,890 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes?
Employment for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes is projected to change +8.7% from 2024 to 2034 - faster than average.
What education is typically required for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes?
About 2,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.