Professional Resume Template for
Talent Manager
Christian M. Dubois
Los Angeles, CA
(310) 555-0182
christian.dubois@email.com
linkedin.com/in/christian-dubois | christiandubois.com
Professional Summary
Client-focused Talent Manager with 6 years of business management and strategic career planning expertise within the entertainment and creative industries. Specializes in roster growth, contract packaging, brand positioning, and endorsement procurement. Track record of representing a diverse portfolio of 25+ actors, digital creators, and writers, securing over $6.5M in contract bookings. Expert in guild agreements, including SAG-AFTRA guidelines, fee negotiations, and media relations. Adept at coordinating audition schedules, auditing client pitches, and collaborating with casting directors to maximize booking frequency. Proficient in Tagmin, Breakdown Express, and Google Workspace.
Work Experience
Talent Manager — Vanguard Talent Partners
Los Angeles, CA | January 2024 – Present
- Represented and managed a roster of 18 high-profile actors and content creators, negotiating 34 booking contracts and securing over $3.8M in aggregate client revenue.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with 12 casting directors and production studios, increasing audition conversion rates by 22% and callback volume by 15% in 2025.
- Implemented a standardized digital packaging workflow utilizing Breakdown Express, which reduced pitch preparation times by 30% and enhanced client booking turnaround.
- Negotiated commercial endorsement agreements and brand sponsorships for digital creator clients, generating $950,000 in new advertising revenue streams for the agency.
Associate Talent Manager — Apex Talent Group
New York, NY | June 2020 – December 2023
- Coordinated daily schedules, auditions, and travel logistics for 25 roster clients, eliminating scheduling conflicts and reducing administrative overhead by 18%.
- Audited client profiles and pitch materials, updating headshots and showreels across casting platforms to increase agency submission visibility by 25%.
- Ensured full compliance with SAG-AFTRA regulations and established industry standards for all client contracts, reducing administrative processing delays by 20%.
- Scouted 15 new artists at regional theater showcases and digital media events, expanding the agency's roster by 12% and diversifying representation categories.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies and Entertainment Business
New York University · New York, NY · 2020
Skills
Roster management, Talent sourcing, Contract packaging, Audition preparation, SAG-AFTRA guild regulations, Brand strategy, Endorsement negotiation, Studio relations, Script analysis, Casting databases, Tagmin, Breakdown Express, Google Workspace, Project scheduling, Client relations
Projects
Digital Creator Roster Expansion
Role: Lead Talent Manager
Tools: Breakdown Express, Tagmin, Google Sheets
Identified and signed 8 digital content creators, generating $1.2M in endorsement deals and increasing the agency's presence in social media spaces by 35%.
SAG-AFTRA Roster Audit Initiative
Role: Associate Talent Manager
Tools: Airtable, Google Workspace, Slack
Audited and verified contract structures for 40 clients to ensure SAG-AFTRA compliance, eliminating regulatory risks and resolving two union disputes.
Certifications
- Talent Managers Association (TMA) Vetted Member (2022)
- UCLA Extension Entertainment Business Certificate (2021)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Conversational)
- Volunteer Work: Mentoring aspiring performers at Los Angeles Youth Arts (2022-present)
- Availability: 2 weeks notice
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
Talent Manager
Job Market Insights
$65,000
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$130,000
Avg:
$95,000
Growth Outlook:
The employment of talent managers in the United States entertainment and media sectors is projected to grow by 8% over the next decade. The expansion of streaming networks and digital content platforms sustains steady demand for representation. As brand marketing budgets shift toward digital creators and influencer sponsorships, managers who can structure cross-platform agreements will see strong growth. Automated tools handle daily scheduling, but career planning and fee negotiations will rely on human relation-building.
8% growth over 10 years
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