Agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes

Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).

Typical pay

$96,310/yr

Education

High school portfolio + training | Certificate or Associate in Design (common) | Bachel…

Outlook

↑ Above Average

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Why this matters in Entertainment

Shows and talent need managers and agents.

What you’d actually do

Common daily work includes planning tasks, using role-specific tools, collaborating with a team, solving problems as they appear, and documenting results so others can build on the work.

What can I do right now?

Take relevant classes. 2) Join an activity/club. 3) Build 2–3 small projects. 4) Get feedback from a pro. 5) Add one credential or micro-course. 6) Apply for a summer experience (draft).

How this career can grow

Many careers advance from entry-level assistant/technician roles → specialist → lead/supervisor → manager/director. Leadership, credentials, and strong results accelerate growth (draft).

How much education?

High school portfolio + training | Certificate or Associate in Design (common) | Bachelor’s in Graphic/Industrial/Fashion/Interior Design (for many roles)

Path 1 – Bachelor’s Degree (Most Common): Bachelor’s in Graphic/Industrial/Fashion/Interior Design (for many roles) Path 2 – Associate Degree (2 Years): Certificate or Associate in Design (common) Path 3 – Self-Taught + Portfolio: Build projects, get feedback, and prove skills with a portfolio; common in some fields.

Certifications: Role-dependent certifications (draft examples): Excel, project management basics, industry micro-credentials.

Compare costs of certificates/community college vs. bachelor’s degrees. Consider paid apprenticeships, scholarships, and earning while learning options (draft).

What to take in high school

ArtGraphic design / Digital mediaEnglishBusiness/Marketing basicsPhotographyYearbook/MediaWeb designMarketingAnimation

Skills you’ll use

Visual designCreativityAttention to detailDesign software (AdobeFigma)Client communicationCommunicationteamworkreliabilitytime managementproblem solvinglearning mindset.

Sources

Pay, education, and outlook figures come from the LaunchPoint Navigator career library (BLS/O*NET-sourced), mapped to SOC code 13-1011. Figures are typical ranges, not guarantees.

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Agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes

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