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Talent Agent

Represent performers and negotiate their careers

$45,000 – $300,000/yr

Secure roles, negotiate contracts, and manage careers for actors, writers, and directors.

Highlights

Common tasks

Pitch clients for roles, negotiate deals, build industry relationships, and manage client expectations.

Potential downsides

Commission-only pressure, demanding clients, and ethical conflicts over deal prioritization.

Skills

StorytellingCommunicationWritingCreativityPersuasion

Interests

Media & entertainmentCommunicationCreating & designing

Industries

Media

Work style

CreativeCollaborativePeople-focused

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