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LN Concerts, Jr. Talent Buyer

Memphis, TN

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Execute promotional deals approved by Talent Buyer/GM with local third-party promoters at Satellite Music Hall * Assist with the onboarding, training, and coordination of interns * Work with venue ...

Talent Manager

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Talent Buyer works directly under the Senior Programming Director and is responsible for booking and developing local and regional programming across select City Winery markets. The Programming ...

Talent Manager

Saint Louis, MO

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Talent Buyer works directly under the Senior Programming Director and is responsible for booking and developing local and regional programming across select City Winery markets. The Programming ...

LN Concerts, Talent Buyer

Riverside, MO

$57K - $72K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Identify and research local talent to develop and curate standalone events and programming. * Cultivate and maintain a network of industry contacts to support business development initiatives.

The concert promoter /talent buyer would be responsible for acquiring talent and booking venues for live events nationally. This position requires travel. Duties are included but not limited to:

The concert promoter /talent buyer would be responsible for acquiring talent and booking venues for live events nationally. This position requires travel. Duties are included but not limited to:

Business Affairs Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Act as Artist Contracts Administrator with agents, artists and talent buyer and lead communications with the above-mentioned parties regarding contract statuses * Send fully reviewed contracts back ...

Business Affairs Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Act as Artist Contracts Administrator with agents, artists and talent buyer and lead communications with the above-mentioned parties regarding contract statuses * Send fully reviewed contracts back ...

Business Affairs Specialist

Atlanta, GA · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Act as Artist Contracts Administrator with agents, artists and talent buyer and lead communications with the above-mentioned parties regarding contract statuses * Send fully reviewed contracts back ...

Business Affairs Specialist

Atlanta, GA · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Act as Artist Contracts Administrator with agents, artists and talent buyer and lead communications with the above-mentioned parties regarding contract statuses * Send fully reviewed contracts back ...

Coordinate operational feedback with Talent Buyer * Advance technical and Hospitality details for shows/events along with the Production Manager * Oversee maintenance of audio, lighting, backline ...

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Production Buyer

Verona, VA · On-site

$70K - $82K/yr

Black Bear Talent is recruiting a Production Buyer for a direct hire opportunity with our client. The Production Buyer will be responsible for material procurement and supplier management to support ...

Black Bear Talent is recruiting a Production Buyer for a direct hire opportunity with our client. The Production Buyer will be responsible for material procurement and supplier management to support ...

Buyer

Camarillo, CA

$28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description The Buyer will assist in activities involved with procuring good and services such as ... About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of ...

Buyer

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description The Buyer will assist in activities involved with procuring good and services such as ... About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of ...

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How much do talent buyer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for talent buyer in the United States is $68,384.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a talent buyer faces when negotiating artist contracts?

Talent Buyers often encounter challenges such as balancing budget constraints with artist demands, ensuring favorable contract terms for both the venue and the performer, and navigating last-minute changes or cancellations. Effective negotiation requires strong communication skills, a deep understanding of market rates, and the ability to build positive relationships with agents and artists. Staying organized and adaptable is key to overcoming these hurdles and successfully securing talent that aligns with an event's goals.

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

To thrive as a Talent Buyer, you need strong negotiation, budgeting, event planning skills, and a deep understanding of the live entertainment industry, often supported by a degree in business, music, or event management. Familiarity with booking software, contract management systems, and industry databases is typically required. Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and decision-making skills help you stand out when liaising with artists, agents, and venues. These competencies are crucial to secure top talent, manage successful events, and ensure financial and logistical success in a competitive environment.

How much do talent buyers get paid?

Talent buyers typically earn between $40,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the size of the events or venues they work with. Entry-level talent buyers may start at lower salaries, while experienced professionals or those working for large organizations can earn higher wages. Compensation often includes additional benefits such as commissions or bonuses based on successful bookings.

What is the difference between Talent Buyer vs Booking Agent?

AspectTalent BuyerBooking Agent
CredentialsExperience in event planning, industry knowledgeIndustry contacts, negotiation skills
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, festivals, concert hallsAgency offices, client meetings
Employer & Industry UsageEvent organizers, promotersArtists, management companies

Talent Buyers focus on selecting and purchasing talent for specific events, working closely with venues and organizers. Booking Agents represent artists, securing performance opportunities and negotiating contracts. While both roles involve talent acquisition, Talent Buyers are more venue and event-specific, whereas Booking Agents primarily represent artists and their bookings.

What is a talent buyer?

A Talent Buyer is a professional responsible for booking and securing artists, bands, or performers for events, venues, festivals, or concert series. They negotiate contracts, coordinate schedules, and ensure that the talent aligns with the goals and audience of the event or venue. Talent Buyers also work closely with agents, promoters, and management to arrange performances and may oversee budget management for entertainment bookings. Their role is essential in bringing live entertainment to various settings and ensuring successful event lineups.
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Infographic showing various Talent Buyer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,384 per year, or $32.9 per hour.

LN Concerts, Jr. Talent Buyer

Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.

Memphis, TN • On-site

$21.50 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Live Nation rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 52 rated entertainment


Job description

Job Summary:
WHO ARE WE?
Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 620 million tickets sold annually and approximately 10,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 50,000 events annually for nearly 7,000 artists in 40+ countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect more than 1,200 sponsors with the 145 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
WHO ARE YOU?
Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!
THE JOB
Our Live Nation Concerts division is seeking a Junior Talent Buyer in Memphis, TN to support the Southeast Region.
WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
  • Book local artist shows and club nights within pricing and budget guidelines set by Talent Buyer/GM at Satellite Music Hall
  • Execute promotional deals approved by Talent Buyer/GM with local third-party promoters at Satellite Music Hall
  • Assist with the onboarding, training, and coordination of interns
  • Work with venue marketer on ticket giveaway promotions, marketing materials, and street team efforts
  • Review submissions received from local/national musicians
  • Work with talent agencies, tour managers, and venue production to advance shows at Satellite Music Hall.
  • Manage and execute all Artist contract/rider processing, tax documents, and deposits at Satellite Music Hall
  • Assist with industry and guest ticketing requests and serve as liaison on site as needed
  • Develop and maintain positive artist, agent, promoter, and industry relationships through events at Satellite Music Hall and third-party venues as needed
  • Work with Oversee and settle third-party theater and arena shows in Memphis

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING
  • Strong knowledge of music and concerts, both historical and contemporary
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment
  • Impeccable organizational skills
  • Self-starter
  • Minimum 2 years experience in the music booking, concert and/or event industry
  • Professional level of verbal and written communication skills
  • Eagerness to support others (in venues and office

BENEFITS & PERKS
Our motto is 'Taking Care of Our Own' through 6 pillars of benefits:
HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days
WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program
FAMILY: New parent programs including caregiver leave, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support
CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment
OTHERS: Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.
Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.
We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms. Live Nation may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support application screening and assessment. All hiring decisions are made with human review.
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Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.

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