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Booking Managers

Los Angeles, CA

For an audition you must submit a link or snippets of you Singing your (vocal talent), full length images, and a telephone number where you can be reached and we will contact you ASAP..(Serious Only ...

AEG

Booking Coordinator - The Pinnacle

Nashville, TN · On-site

Working closely with the Talent Buyer, the Booking Coordinator places holds, builds offers, works within internal ticketing systems. Incumbent communicates internally and externally with agents and ...

Livenation

LN Concerts, Booking Coordinator

Beverly Hills, CA · On-site

$25.50 - $34/hr

THE JOB The Booking Coordinator will support the Booker and other talent team members in all aspects of buying responsibilities, including preparation and distribution of offer sheets, administrative ...

Marylandconnect

JR101430 Events & Venue Booking Manager (Open) Department: University Relations & Marketing, PM ... Build and maintain relationships with talent agents, promoters, community organizations, and other ...

Pulivarthi Group

Hospital Booking Scheduler

Portland, ME · On-site

$18.25 - $23/hr

Hospital Booking Scheduler Company Overview: Pulivarthi Group is a premier global provider of ... tier talent, and utilizing cutting-edge technologies. Pulivarthi Group stands as a beacon of ...

160over90

Senior Account Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$185K/yr

Specific elements may include, but are not limited to, talent booking, hospitality management, PR integration, client executive presence, relationship management, guest experiences, property ...

160over90

Senior Account Director

New York, NY · On-site

$185K/yr

Specific elements may include, but are not limited to, talent booking, hospitality management, PR integration, client executive presence, relationship management, guest experiences, property ...

160over90

Senior Account Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$185K/yr

Specific elements may include, but are not limited to, talent booking, hospitality management, PR integration, client executive presence, relationship management, guest experiences, property ...

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How much do talent booking jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for talent booking in the United States is $127,453.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $202,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Talent Booker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Talent Booker, you need strong organizational skills, negotiation abilities, and experience in event planning or entertainment management, often supported by a relevant degree or industry background. Familiarity with CRM systems, booking software, and contract management tools is typically required. Excellent interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills help you stand out in this role. These competencies ensure you can secure top talent, manage logistics efficiently, and foster positive partnerships crucial for successful events or productions.

What are some common challenges faced by talent bookers when coordinating with artists and event organizers?

Talent bookers often navigate tight schedules, last-minute changes, and the expectations of both artists and event organizers. Balancing artist availability with event timelines requires strong organizational skills and flexibility. Additionally, talent bookers must manage contract negotiations and logistical details, ensuring smooth communication between all parties to prevent misunderstandings or conflicts. Building trust and maintaining professional relationships is key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring successful bookings.

What is talent booking?

Talent booking is the process of securing artists, speakers, entertainers, or other professionals for events, shows, or media appearances. Talent bookers act as intermediaries between event organizers and the talent, handling negotiations, contracts, and logistics. Their work ensures the right talent is available, prepared, and scheduled for the event or production. This role is crucial in industries like music, television, conferences, and live entertainment.

What is the difference between Talent Booking vs Talent Management?

AspectTalent BookingTalent Management
Primary FocusSecuring performances and appearances for clientsOverseeing an artist's career development and overall brand
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, booking agencies, entertainment companiesManagement offices, artist agencies, corporate settings
Required CredentialsIndustry knowledge, networking skills, sometimes certifications in entertainment managementSimilar credentials, often with additional focus on career planning and branding
Employer & Industry UsageEvent organizers, booking agencies, entertainment firmsArtist management companies, record labels, talent agencies

While Talent Booking focuses on securing performance opportunities for artists or entertainers, Talent Management involves guiding an artist's overall career, branding, and long-term growth. Both roles require industry knowledge and networking skills but serve different stages of an artist's professional journey.

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KAP 2026-2027 - Media Relations Manager - Young Voices

KAP 2026-2027 - Media Relations Manager - Young Voices

Stand Together

Washington, DC

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

The Koch Associate Program (KAP) is a career accelerator for early to mid-career professionals with a drive to tackle our country's most pressing challenges in more effective, principled ways. KAP equips associates with the tools, mindsets, and community to succeed as social entrepreneurs-individuals excited to find new and better ways to break barriers and eliminate injustice. Associates spend one day each week engaging in experiential learning with Stand Together Fellowships and work at one of our many partner organizations the rest of the week. Our curriculum is designed to supercharge your development and equip you for long-term success as you seek to have an impact on the problems that prevent people from realizing their potential.  

About Young Voices

Young Voices' mission is to cultivate the next generation of thought leaders for liberty in policy, journalism, and academia. Founded in 2013, Young Voices mentors and promotes 100+ pro-liberty communicators each year through our flagship Contributor Program, placing hundreds of media hits per month in print, digital, radio, and television outlets.

Our writers make the principled case for liberty to millions of readers across mainstream and emerging media. We also host the Dissident Project, a speakers bureau for immigrants who escaped tyranny and now share their stories with students nationwide.

As we look toward 2030, Young Voices is focused on building influential storytellers and emerging public intellectuals - voices capable of shaping national conversations through both ideas and narrative journalism.

About the Role

Young Voices is seeking a Media Relations Manager to serve as the organization's primary connector between our contributors and the media world. This role is the pitching and booking engine for Young Voices programs, including The Dissident Project and the Contributor Program. The ideal candidate will be able to execute a high-impact, relationship-driven strategy across broadcast television, podcast, print, and digital publications, and represent Young Voices in person at media events and gatherings.

The ideal candidate will be able to build on genuine relationships with producers, hosts, and editors to create viable media opportunities for YV staff and program participants. They know the media landscape, they can work a room well, and they're good at getting on a first-name basis with editors and producers.

The Media Relations Manager reports to the Director of Programs. This is a full-time, in-person position based in New York, NY (preferred) or Washington, DC.

Responsibilities
Television Pitching
  • Build and maintain personal relationships with producers and bookers at top-tier television outlets, including Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, and others.
  • Monitor the news cycle daily to identify timely pitching opportunities for contributors across the YV roster.
  • Pitch contributors to specific shows and producers with tailored, relationship-driven outreach.
  • Track media relationships in HubSpot and log broadcast appearances in YV's in-house database.
Podcast Pitching
  • Identify and cultivate relationships with high-quality podcast hosts and producers whose audiences align with Young Voices' mission.
  • Pitch contributors to podcasts with engaged, intellectually curious audiences - prioritizing quality of listenership over raw download numbers.
  • Develop a working pipeline of podcast opportunities across ideological and topical verticals.
Editorial & Print Relations
  • Help Young Voices' editorial staff by forging relationships with editors at magazines, newspapers, and digital publications in New York and Washington, DC.
  • Make introductions between YV's Editor and contacts at outlets interested in publishing contributors' written work - opening doors that the editorial team can then walk through.
  • Identify new print and digital outlets aligned with Young Voices' mission and connect the right talent on our roster to the right editors.
Media Relations & Events
    • Represent Young Voices at media events, salon dinners, and meet-the-press gatherings in New York and Washington, DC.
    • Serve as boots-on-the-ground support for events planned by senior staff, including logistics coordination and guest relations.
    • Cultivate a personal network of media contacts that generates inbound opportunities for Young Voices contributors over time.
    • Assist in identifying and developing new event formats that advance Young Voices' visibility in key media markets.
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience in media, public relations, talent booking, or a related field - whether through internships, early-career roles, or demonstrable personal hustle.
  • Existing relationships with or genuine knowledge of the media landscape, including broadcast, podcast, print and digital publications.
  • Ability to travel, up to 25%.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and networking skills; comfortable representing an organization in high-profile social and professional settings.
  • Strong written communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling, concise pitches.
  • Highly self-directed and capable of managing a multi-track pipeline with minimal oversight.
  • Familiarity with HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar CRM tools preferred.
  • Deep alignment with Young Voices' pro-liberty mission
To apply

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

  • Cover letter including:
    • An introductory paragraph describing three distinct reasons you are drawn to Young Voices' mission
    • Salary requirements
  • Resume

Applications should then also be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/

$60,000 - $90,000 a year
About Stand Together Fellowships 
Learn more about Stand Together Fellowships.
  
Stand Together Fellowships believes that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. Our admissions office treats all program participantsand applicantswith honesty, dignity, respectand sensitivity.We welcome all qualified applicants regardless ofcolor,race,religion,religious creed,sex,genderor gender identity,gender expression,sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy(including medical needs which may arise from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),military andveteran status,genetic information,maritalor familialstatus, political affiliation,or any other legallyrecognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. 
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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