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Hearst

Entertainment Director

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

Lead outreach efforts, scheduling, and end-to-end logistics for talent bookings from initial pitch through production. * Negotiate booking terms and ensure all agreements, expectations, and ...

Hearst

Entertainment Director

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

Lead outreach efforts, scheduling, and end-to-end logistics for talent bookings from initial pitch through production. * Negotiate booking terms and ensure all agreements, expectations, and ...

Smosh

Talent Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

Overview The Talent Coordinator serves as the critical intersection between creative talent ... initial booking, through wrap, ensuring that scheduling aligns flawlessly with operational ...

Smosh

Talent Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA

$26 - $30/hr

Overview The Talent Coordinator serves as the critical intersection between creative talent ... initial booking, through wrap, ensuring that scheduling aligns flawlessly with operational ...

Smosh

Talent Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

Overview The Talent Coordinator serves as the critical intersection between creative talent ... initial booking, through wrap, ensuring that scheduling aligns flawlessly with operational ...

Jobs for Humanity

Booking Managers

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

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 ...

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How much do talent booking jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 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 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 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 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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Infographic showing various Talent Booking job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,453 per year, or $61.3 per hour.

Director of Booking- Long Beach Amphitheater

ASM Global

Long Beach, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

ASM Global rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 83 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

POSITION: Booking Manager
DEPARTMENT: Booking / Entertainment
REPORTS TO: General Manager
FLSA STATUS: Salaried Exempt
LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL
Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions - from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.
Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.
ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters.
Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!
THE ROLE
As the Booking Manager for the Long Beach Amphitheater, the primary responsibilities are to book and develop events and manage event files. Candidate must be an initiative-taker, highly motivated, extremely organized and have a great personality.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with key touring industry professionals, including agents, managers, promoters, and producers.
  • Manages ASM Booking calendar, including adding, editing and/or removing events and event holds, and responds to building availability requests in a timely manner.
  • In collaboration with facility departments, research and prepare data that supports the booking efforts for specific artists, shows and events.
  • Lead the creation of memorable venue experience for artist and tour personnel.
  • Obtain information from various agencies on talent availability for events.
  • May require attending conferences/trade shows (IEBA / Billboard)
  • Generate new business through cold calling and leads generated by attending networking meetings.
  • Monitor ticket counts, on sale ticket counts and final show settlements.
  • Compiling and maintaining all event show folders with contracts, Certificates of Insurance, and general event correspondence, including final artist and venue settlement information
  • Assist in the preparation and design of promoter guides, advertisements, and other promotional materials.
  • Develop and maintain a productive working relationship with all facility departments.
  • Aggressively promotes the use of the facilities to maximize its utilization.
  • Negotiates lease agreements as determined necessary and in the best interests of the facilities.
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the Client/Contract
  • Administrator, boards, tenants, government departments and agencies, entertainment/convention industry, community, and civic organizations to encourage continual and regular use of the facilities.
  • Assists and coordinates with the development of the annual operating calendar, activity schedules, projections for attendance and/or revenue.
  • Conducts post-event operational and financial review and analysis.
  • Supports/assists Regional General Manager with coordination of Regional Booking Group(s) on regular basis.
  • Works with agents, mangers, promoters, and producers to book concert, non-concert events, family shows, and other venue content in order to maintain calendar fulfillment.
  • Live event coverage as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends & ASM policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
  • Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in Business, Advertising or Marketing or related field preferred.
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
  • Minimum of three (3) years' experience booking large scale events and collaborating directly with agents and promoters within the industry.

Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal skills, organizational ability, and interpersonal skills
  • Understanding of the music and performance industry
  • Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic
  • Computer skills including Microsoft office and other marketing specific programs.
  • Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information.
  • Ability to work simultaneously with a broad variety of internal and external vested interest groups to foster a cooperative environment.
  • Ability to anticipate problems and implement immediate corrective action.
  • Ability to perform effectively under significant pressure typically associated with meeting the demands and timetables of the entertainment industry.
  • Strong orientation towards hospitality/customer service for the meeting, convention, and entertainment industry
  • Basic knowledge of facility operating standards, building maintenance, custodial, personnel and office management

Other Qualifications
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet strict deadlines.
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work and lead in a team environment.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays in addition to normal business hour as needed.
  • Must have professional attitude and appearance.
  • Some travel required.
  • Background and Credit Checks will be required as condition of employment.

COMPENSATION
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
Salary Range: $77k-$90k
WORKING CONDITIONS
Location: On Site
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
NOTE:
The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world's most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China and Van Andel Arena, DeVos Place & DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2019

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