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Giancarla Sambo, Esq.

Giancarla Sambo, Esq.Giancarla Sambo, Esq.Giancarla Sambo, Esq.

Entertainment and Media Attorney

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A: Talent agents and talent managers both play crucial roles in an entertainer's career, but their responsibilities and how the law regulates them differ. Here's how they compare:


Talent Agent:

Talent agents actively seek work for their clients in film, television, theater, music, and other entertainment fields. In New York, they must hold a license from the State Department of Labor. Agents connect talent with opportunities and negotiate deals on their behalf.

  • What they do: Find jobs, negotiate contracts, and build relationships with casting directors, producers, and other industry professionals.
  • How they earn: Take a 10% commission on the client's earnings.
  • Legal status: New York and Puerto Rico regulate agents under state and local labor laws.


Talent Manager:

Talent managers focus on the bigger picture. They guide an artist's long-term career, shaping decisions around branding, business strategy, and creative direction. Managers don't usually need a license in New York, but they must follow business laws and honor their fiduciary duties.

  • What they do: Provide career advice, plan strategy, manage day-to-day professional matters, and coordinate with agents, publicists, and others.
  • How they earn: They typically take 15%–20% of the artist's earnings.
  • Legal status: Not licensed, but subject to general business and contract law.


In Short:

  • Agents book jobs and negotiate deals. 
  • Managers develop careers and guide long-term strategy.


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