talent agent
A person who represents performers or other talent, seeking work and negotiating terms on their behalf.
Definition
A talent agent is the individual professional at a talent agency who works with a client. The agent finds auditions and deals, negotiates fees and conditions, and advises on career choices. Agents usually earn a percentage of what the client earns from deals they arranged. A good agent communicates openly, discloses conflicts and acts in the client's interest. Check local rules about licensing and fees, and keep copies of what you sign. Keep your own records of auditions, offers and payments, which help resolve any later disagreement about commission.
In a sentence
His talent agent negotiated a higher fee for the voice role.
She asked her agent about conflicts of interest before signing.
