Assistant to Partner & Agent, Music Touring

United Talent Agency
UTA Location, US
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with administrative experience in the music or live entertainment industry working in a fast-paced environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with administrative experience in music or live entertainment and a proactive mindset
    — “Previous experience in live entertainment, music, sports, or a related industry is preferred.”
  • Individuals who can manage complex logistics and coordinate multiple teams efficiently
    — “Coordinate with internal teams and external clients, managers, promoters, and business partners in a professional and timely manner.”
  • Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments and can adapt to changing priorities
    — “Assist with multiple projects at once while adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.”

Things to consider

  • The role demands high accuracy in tracking contracts, payments, and deadlines
    — “Track client calendars, contracts, payments, and key deadlines with strong attention to detail.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint
    — “Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to streamline processes and improve team efficiency
    — “Help develop and maintain organized processes that improve efficiency and keep the team operating effectively.”
  • Showcase your initiative and ability to proactively follow up on projects
    — “Take initiative, ask thoughtful questions, and proactively follow up to help keep projects moving.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • supporting the operations of a busy touring desk
  • maintaining organized processes
Typical background
strong organizational and communication skills

Skills & requirements

Required

Managing Calendars And LogisticsCreating And Maintaining Spreadsheets And PresentationsCoordinating With Internal And External TeamsTracking Client Schedules And DeadlinesPreparing Administrative Documents

Preferred

Live Entertainment Industry ExperienceFamiliarity With Uta's Music Roster

Stack & domain

ExcelWordPowerpointOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailCommunicationMusicTouring

About the role

Original posting from United Talent Agency via Ashby

UTA’s Music department is seeking an Assistant for a Partner & Agent in our Nashville office. We represent a diverse roster of the world’s premier talents, spanning from emerging acts to superstars. The department operates globally, driving client careers through touring, recording deals, performances, licensing, and brand partnerships.

This is a full-time position with benefits and will pay $23.00 - $27.00 per hour.

What You’ll Do

  • Manage phone calls, calendars, and meeting and travel logistics, ensuring schedules run smoothly and priorities stay organized.
  • Create and maintain spreadsheets, trackers, presentations, and written communications to support day-to-day business.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external clients, managers, promoters, and business partners in a professional and timely manner.
  • Track client calendars, contracts, payments, and key deadlines with strong attention to detail.
  • Prepare expense reports, meeting materials, press kits, and other administrative documents.
  • Conduct research and gather information to support meetings, projects, and client initiatives.
  • Help develop and maintain organized processes that improve efficiency and keep the team operating effectively.
  • Assist with multiple projects at once while adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Take initiative, ask thoughtful questions, and proactively follow up to help keep projects moving,
  • Support the day-today operations of a busy touring desk with a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn.

What You Need

  • Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred but not required.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Extreme attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and collaborative approach.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically, use sound judgement, and identify solutions independently.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • A proactive mindset with a willingness to take initiative, solve problems, and learn quickly.
  • Previous experience in live entertainment, music, sports, or a related industry is preferred. Booking experience – whether in a professional setting or through college programming – is a plus.
  • Familiarity with UTA’s music roster.

What You Will Get

  • The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of a leading global entertainment companies
  • Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
  • The opportunity to do the best work of your career
  • Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
  • Competitive programs to support your well-being
  • Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow

About UTA

UTA is a premier global talent agency built for the future of media and entertainment. The agency's diversified platform and best-in-class, client-first approach is innovative, collaborative, and positioned to lead in an evolving market. UTA represents the most celebrated artists, creatives, and brands, from icons and legends to next-generation talent. Its integrated capabilities span film and television, music, comedy, creators, sports, brands, news, publishing, speakers, theater, and more. It is based in Los Angeles with offices in the U.S., London, and Munich.

For more information: https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/

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Source: United Talent Agency careers (Ashby)

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