Assistant To Comedy Agent

This is a Full Time Job

Member Summary:

Quick Summary (full description below):
UTA London is seeking an Assistant to support a Comedy Agent. This role involves managing bookings, contracts, tour logistics, and liaising with internal departments and client management for shows and tours.

Years of Experience Required: Not mentioned
Experience Required: General understanding of the comedy industry and talent agency work
Salary: Competitive
Workplace Requirements: London office
Education Requirements: Not mentioned
Hard Skills Required: Organizational skills, verbal and written communication, managing contracts, handling financials and settlements
Soft Skills Required: Discretion, ability to prioritize workload, relationship-building
Preferred Skills/Experience: Previous experience in a related field is desirable

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Full Posting:

UTA (United Talent Agency) is seeking an Assistant to support a Comedy Agent in their London office. This position involves various responsibilities related to show contracting, tour logistics, and supporting the Comedy department.

Key Responsibilities:
• Keep the booking system updated at all times
• Schedule meetings for the agent and manage booking schedules/diaries
• Proactively resolve inquiries or escalate them when needed
• Run ticket counts for all tours
• Contract shows efficiently and accurately
• Manage financials for shows, including chasing payments and deposits
• Procure availability from venues and assist with tour routing
• Compare and check show offers and present them to management
• Coordinate tour on-sales, ensure artists have correct ticket links, and update promoters with assets
• Keep client information up to date, including bio, images, release dates, and pitch decks
• Manage festival and show guest lists and assist management with requests
• Collect support suggestions from agents and present them to client management
• Chase and check settlements, approve statements for final settlement with the client
• Assist with immigration needs for artists traveling to the UK, including filing forms and managing sponsorship certificates
• Attend shows and meetings to develop business relationships

Requirements:
• General understanding of the comedy industry and talent agency operations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and discretion when handling sensitive client matters
• Ability to prioritize a busy workload and build business relationships
• Previous experience in a related field is desirable

Compensation:
• Competitive salary
• Benefits package including private medical insurance and gym membership

This is a unique opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies in an inclusive and diverse environment.