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Talent Buyer - Toronto 
Position: Full Time
Salary Range: $80,000 CAD+ Annually.
Position Status: This is a vacant position.
Role Overview:
As a Talent Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and booking artists and performers for live concerts and events. You will research music trends and monitor the touring market to identify emerging and established acts that align with the venue's programming vision. Working closely with talent agencies and artist management, you will negotiate fees, deal terms, and contract details to secure bookings within budget. Building and maintaining strong relationships with agents, managers, and promoters is central to this role, as is staying ahead of industry trends to keep the programming fresh and competitive. This role offers a unique opportunity build your own business within an existing team of professionals at TFA.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the CEO or a designated senior officer as required
- Act as a Talent Buyer for multiple Venues and Clients internationally
- Source, negotiate, and book artists and performers for live concerts and events
- Negotiate fees, deal terms, and contracts within approved budgets
- Monitor the touring market and music trends to identify suitable acts for programming
- Develop plans and growth strategies to achieve booking fee targets
- Collaborate with marketing, production, and operations teams to ensure successful show execution
- Oversee the announcement and on-sale process for all events
- Analyze ticket sales, attendance, and financial settlements to evaluate show performance
- Manage the event calendar and maintain an organized pipeline of potential bookings
- Build relationships and networks to develop new business with new and existing clients
- Preparing and delivering proposals and presentations to secure business
- Providing timely feedback on client requirements and changing circumstances
- Maintaining accurate records for the Booking Fee pipeline
- Abiding by the Corporation's policies and procedures
- Promoting the Business of the Corporation
- Liaising and coordinating with clients and other team members as necessary to further the Business of the Corporation
- Attend industry events, conferences, and showcases to stay current and expand networks
- Present programming proposals and recommendations to senior leadership
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Proficiency in French is a plus, but not required.
- Experience in live booking, talent buying, and events is required.
- Pre-Existing relationships with Talent Agents nationally is required.
- Strong passion for music and the entertainment industry.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proactive, organized, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Full understanding of contracts and the booking process in the music industry.
- Familiarity Event marketing.
Personal Characteristics:
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in all tasks.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Positive, upbeat attitude and a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure the success of our clients.
How to apply
> Candidates should send their resume and cover letter to TFA’s Managing Director kreid@feldman-agency.com
As one of the leading entertainment talent agencies in North America, TFA features a roster of both emerging new talent and critically acclaimed, award-winning artists. As they continue to create and inspire with their work, our clients look to us to build and support their creativity and careers across many mediums and platforms.
We have an exceptional and diverse team of people in our Toronto and Vancouver offices, all who are committed to a collaborative and entrepreneurial approach. We are always seeking people driven to find innovative ways to work, new ways to build relationships, and who can continue to inspire and connect with our artists to help them realize their vision.
Our shared commitment to the success of our artists is the same for our employees - we attract the best, and we keep the best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer internships?
Our intensive Summer Internship program offers current University/ College level students and recent graduates real, hands on experience in the music industry. Working in a creative, fast-paced, and innovative environment, you will learn a wide variety of talent agency practices and receive the training necessary for a successful career. You will assist seasoned agents with administration and special projects that deliver real results and have a direct impact on our business. You will receive access to concerts and events where you will network and build meaningful relationships across the music industry.
To be eligible for the program you must be actively enrolled or recently graduated from an accredited university or college. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented, creative, passionate and knowledgeable about the music industry. Interns are expected to work Monday through Thursday 10 AM to 6 PM in person in office in Toronto ON, in addition to attending evening and weekend performances.
What academic majors do you hire?
We are open to hiring all majors, but prefer to select candidates whose education closely aligns with our business. That includes studies in music, media, business administration, law, marketing, and communications.
How long do internships last?
Internships typically last 12 weeks but arrangements can be made to extend the program depending on the amount of internship hours required for course credit.
Do I get paid? How much?
Yes. Interns are compensated at an entry-level hourly wage.
How much do interns work?
Interns are expected to work full-time Monday thru Thursday, 10:00AM to 6:00PM, with occasional availability on evenings and weekends to attend special events and concerts.
Is there a dress code?
Not technically, but you are expected to dress for a professional work environment. That doesn't mean a suit and tie. Let's say “business casual”. Employees are expected to demonstrate good taste and judgment in dressing for work.
Can international students apply for the program?
Yes, but interns must make arrangements for their own housing and must possess the necessary documentation to work in Canada. Please note: the internship program only runs out of our Toronto office.