JOB REPORT / 13-1011 · 14 TASKS
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes.
Can AI do the work of Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes?
Mostly it works alongside you. Here is what shifts, task by task.
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The parts of your job AI can already do most of:
- Prepare periodic accounting statements for clients
- Send samples of clients' work and other promotional material…
- Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients
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We went through all 14 core tasks in this job, one at a time.
Task by task, from the work Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.
- TASK 01
Prepare periodic accounting statements for clients.
AI DOESPulls financial data, formats reports, and flags unusual numbers automatically
YOU DOReview contract details and explain statements clearly to each client
- TASK 02
Send samples of clients' work and other promotional material to potential employers to obtain auditions, sponsorships, or endorsement deals.
AI DOESDrafts outreach emails, formats press kits, and researches potential employer contacts
YOU DOBuild trust with decision-makers and read the room on deals
- TASK 03
Schedule promotional or performance engagements for clients.
AI DOESDrafts scheduling options, researches venues, checks calendar conflicts, and surfaces availability data fast
YOU DONegotiate terms, read the room on deals, and protect your client's reputation and long-term career
- TASK 04
Arrange meetings concerning issues involving their clients.
AI DOESDrafts outreach emails, checks schedules, and sets up calendar invites
YOU DORead the room and manage the relationship politics behind every meeting
- TASK 05
Manage business and financial affairs for clients, such as arranging travel and lodging, selling tickets, and directing marketing and advertising activities.
AI DOESDrafts itineraries, compares travel options, summarizes marketing data, and writes ad copy drafts
YOU DOBuild trust with clients and partners, negotiate deals, and make judgment calls on strategy
- TASK 06
Advise clients on financial and legal matters, such as investments and taxes.
AI DOESSummarizes tax rules, flags investment options, and drafts financial explainers
YOU DOApply personal knowledge of each client's career, risk tolerance, and long-term goals
- TASK 07
Negotiate with managers, promoters, union officials, and other persons regarding clients' contractual rights and obligations.
AI DOESDrafts contract summaries, flags risky clauses, and suggests negotiation talking points
YOU DORead the room, build trust, and make judgment calls in live negotiations
- TASK 08
Develop contacts with individuals and organizations, and apply effective strategies and techniques to ensure their clients' success.
AI DOESResearches contacts, drafts outreach emails, tracks relationship history, and suggests networking strategies
YOU DOShow up, build real trust, and read people in the room
- TASK 09
Hire trainers or coaches to advise clients on performance matters, such as training techniques or performance presentations.
AI DOESSearches databases, compares trainer credentials, and drafts outreach messages
YOU DOBuild trust and judge personality fit between client and trainer
- TASK 10
Conduct auditions or interviews to evaluate potential clients.
AI DOESScreens initial submissions, flags standout reels, and summarizes candidate backgrounds
YOU DOTrust your gut on chemistry, charisma, and long-term potential
- TASK 11
Obtain information about or inspect performance facilities, equipment, and accommodations to ensure that they meet specifications.
AI DOESResearches venue specs, generates inspection checklists, and summarizes facility details from online sources
YOU DOShow up in person to inspect the actual space and verify conditions with your own eyes
- TASK 12SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.
AI DOESCalculates amounts and tracks payment schedules
YOU DOHandle disputes and negotiate exceptions
About this analysis
40% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 13SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Keep informed of industry trends and deals.
AI DOESScans thousands of sources and summarizes key trends
YOU DOSpot what matters for your strategy
About this analysis
36% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
- TASK 14SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Confer with clients to develop strategies for their careers, and to explain actions taken on their behalf.
AI DOESDrafts career plans and talking points
YOU DOBuild trust and tailor the advice
About this analysis
27% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
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