Talent management is often confused with booking. A booking is one engagement; management is an ongoing relationship focused on the talent's career and commercial interests.
Key takeaways
- Booking is one deal; management is the career.
- Contracts need tracking, not just signing.
- Declining the wrong work protects the profile.
- Management helps once enquiries outgrow your time.
Representation
A manager becomes the professional point of contact for brands, agencies and organisers, screening enquiries and responding on the talent's behalf. See talent management.
Negotiation and contracts
Fees, deliverables, usage, exclusivity and approvals are negotiated for each deal, and contracts are tracked so renewals and exclusivities are not missed.
Positioning and saying no
Good management is as much about what to decline as what to accept. A clear position helps the right brands find the talent and keeps the profile consistent.
Do you need it?
If enquiries are taking time you would rather spend on your work, or deals are being agreed without clear terms, management is likely worth exploring. You can apply to join our network.
Frequently asked questions
Do talent managers charge a registration fee?
Reputable managers generally do not charge registration fees. Terms are agreed in a written representation agreement.
Is representation always exclusive?
No. Scope and exclusivity are set in each agreement.