Hi I am working with one of the most iconic talent agencies in the UK and I am looking for a Talent Manager to join this great team!
The Talent Manager will be working with a Coordinator on a roster of around 8 talent. The Manager’s role is entirely proactive with the Coordinator focused on reactive opportunities. The majority of the role is likely to be comprised of proactive, commercial conversations with potential partners for the talent across an array of industries.
Responsibility:
- Developing each talent’s strategy keeping it realistic, timely but ambitious.
- Managing talents’ image.
- Advising talent on their social media platforms, sharing knowledge and insights regularly to ensure high quality content, growth and strong engagement.
- Managing talents’ revenue by securing new opportunities and diversifying income streams into brand partnerships, licensing, publishing, product development, ad-funded programming, podcasts, broadcast and live, wherever possible.
- Oversee reporting to talent whether that be weekly updates, monthly finance reports or biannual meetings.
Accountability:
- Driving roster revenue
- Retaining talent
- Line management of Talent Coordinator/Assistant
Skills & Knowledge:
- Articulate and clear communication whether in person, by phone or by email.
- Being able to manage key stakeholders (including the talent) so that expectations are always managed as best possible.
- Stay on top of industry developments and share insights with the wider team that may affect the business or talent.
- The ability to negotiate large, complex commercial partnerships for talent across brands, publishing, podcasts, licensing, broadcast, live events, and other relevant industries.
- The ability to develop key relationships on behalf of each talent whether that be with a brand marketeer, a publication, or a platform.
- Able to handle any serious crisis management for talent alongside key stakeholders i.e. a publicist or senior management.
SUMO London
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Job Description
A high-profile digital ad campaign is seeking an experienced comedy writer to help craft engaging and witty content for a commercial spot featuring a major A-list celebrity. This is an exciting opportunity for writers with a strong background in comedic writing for top-tier platforms and branded campaigns. The role focuses on delivering a high-impact comedic script tailored to a premium digital audience, and the right talent will work closely with the creative team and client.
Job Responsibilities
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Develop sharp, original comedic content tailored to digital advertising
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Collaborate with creatives and producers to refine tone, pacing, and delivery
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Adjust scripts based on client feedback to align with brand and celebrity image
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Deliver script drafts on a tight deadline
Requirements
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Proven experience in comedy writing for SNL-style shows, branded sketches, or commercial campaigns
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Exceptional comedic timing and voice
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Ability to write with versatility and adaptability across comedic styles
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Comfortable collaborating directly with clients and creative stakeholders
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Submission of writing samples or IMDb links preferred
Compensation
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Paid opportunity (rate discussed with selected candidates)
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Immediate hire for fast-paced production timeline