A talent agent, or booking agent, is a person who finds jobs for actors, authors, broadcast journalists, film directors, musicians, models, professional athletes, screenwriters, writers, and other professionals in various entertainment or sports businesses. As a talent agent you will champion, promote and sometimes defend the talent you represent in order to protect their interests and ensure they get plenty of relevant, quality work. You may also scout for new talent in the hope of representing them and raising their profile.

Types of talent agent

The main types of talent agent roles and industries are:

• acting agent

• broadcast agent

• literary agent

• model agent

• music agent

• sports agent

• voiceover and commercial agent.

The main routes to get into this role are :

• University- there are many different degrees you could undertake in many different areas. 

• Entry level- experience and networks are essential for this role, so by starting at admin level you can develop connections.

Although a degree is not essential to gain work in any area of talent agent work, it is increasingly a requirement and can make you a more competitive candidate. A degree in a subject relevant to your industry area will help demonstrate your passion and understanding of the field. A foundation degree or HND in a relevant area would also help show your interest but may provide fewer on-course opportunities for networking and industry experience.

Obtaining a degree in  :

• Law, 

• Business  such as marketing or PR, 

Can provide useful transferable skills for agent roles.