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House of Blues C3 Presents - Talent Assistant in Austin, Texas
Job Summary:
C3 Presents is currently searching for a Talent Assistant to join their Casinos team! The Casinos Talent Assistant will provide day-to-day support to Senior Talent Buyer in the Casino Department, with heavy emphasis on development into Junior Talent Buyer.
Responsibilities:
Provide support to the casino team to book entertainment and carry out related day-to-day administrative tasks such as pitches, market research, organizational tasks, deal point memos, avail submissions, drafting offers, reviewing contracts, etc.
Assist with creating and maintaining offers, confirmations, organizational tools, and other pertinent documents and using these tools to develop extensive knowledge of talent buyers’ offers and shows
Use, create and supplement internal tools to analyze success of entertainment strategies
Conduct independent and proactive research to become knowledgeable about each venue’s market, learning to distinguish what content would be appropriate at talent buyers’ venues
Utilize data to develop lists of potential entertainers for casino shows
Participate and take notes on conference calls, updating and sharing information regarding the venues’ entertainment strategy
Schedule and coordinate conference calls, meetings, and appointments
General administrative support including assisting with calls and messages
Forge and maintain relationships with agents, assistants, managers, celebrity bookers, entertainment directors, business partners, and casino executives
Work with marketing teams to ensure accuracy of each shows’ on-sale process and ticketing details
Professional and timely response to agency requests for ticket counts
Interface with cross departmental teams, including marketing, contracts, legal, etc.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
At least 1 year of experience in related industry
Advanced computer skills with proficiency in using Microsoft Excel
Positive attitude, analytical mind, eager and inquisitive nature, and self-motivator
Interested and enthusiastic about music, both on a national level and as it relates to casino entertainment
Extensive knowledge of the music industry landscape
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and excel under pressure with high priority on meeting set deadlines
Superior organizational, administrative, and time management skills
Excellent and confident phone manner to handle significant client contact
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Personable and professional disposition
Flexibility in work hours and availability, including evenings and weekends, if necessary, especially during major projects and events
Ability to travel
C3 Core Competencies:
Demonstrate integrity in the way you operate in day-to-day business and the way you deal with people
Communicate effectively with various audiences by organizing and delivering information appropriately and listening actively to others
Proactively seek solutions to problems. Be enthusiastic and energetic in your approach to your job. Commit to putting in extra effort with a positive attitude.
Be flexible in handling change, able to juggle multiple demands, and adaptable to new situations with fresh ideas or innovative approaches
Stay composed, confident, optimistic, and in problem-solving mode when the going gets tough
Possess the skills needed to perform your job well, paying close attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness