Talent Manager

Role Summary 

The Talent Manager is responsible for managing the booking of performers, entertainers, and talent for Pride in Gloucestershire events. This role works closely with the Talent Committee to ensure a diverse and inclusive range of performers is represented, aligning with the charity’s mission and values. 

Duties 

• - Manage the booking process for performers, entertainers, and talent for events. 
• - Collaborate with the Talent Committee to take advice on talent selection and ensure diversity. 
• - Liaise with performers and their representatives to finalise bookings and contracts. 
• - Coordinate schedules, technical requirements, and logistics for performers. 
• - Ensure that all talent bookings align with event goals, budgets, and timelines. 
• - Maintain a database of performers and potential talent for future events. 
• - Address any performer-related issues during events to ensure smooth operations. 
• - Evaluate the success of talent performances and gather feedback for improvement. 

Qualities Needed 

• - Strong commitment to the organisation, with excellent judgement and integrity. 
• - Proven experience in talent booking, entertainment management, or event production. 
• - Strong organisational and project management skills to handle multiple bookings. 
• - Excellent communication skills to liaise with performers, committees, and event staff. 
• - A collaborative mindset, with the ability to integrate feedback from the Talent Committee. 
• - Creative and resourceful, with a keen eye for identifying and selecting talent. 
• - Flexible and adaptable, able to manage challenges and tight deadlines during events. 

General Requirements 

• - Be available for approximately 10 hours per week, with additional time during events. 
• - Be able to use Microsoft Teams and email communication effectively. 
• - Act independently of any other interests and declare any conflict of interests. 
• - Not have any convictions for fraud or dishonesty, never to have been made bankrupt, or disqualified from acting as a company director or charity trustee.