Who We Are:

WME is a leading entertainment agency representing the world’s greatest artists, content creators and talent across books, digital media, fashion, film, food, music, sports, television and theater. Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, WME is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.

Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation, sports operations & advisory, event & experiences management, media production & distribution, experiential marketing and brand licensing.

WME is a leading entertainment agency representing the world’s greatest artists, content creators and talent across books, digital media, film, food, music, sports, television and theater. Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, WME is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global entertainment, sports and content company.

The Harry Walker Agency, part of WME, is the world’s leading speakers’ agency. Since 1946, HWA has partnered with event planners around the globe to connect them with the world’s most important voices.

Position Summary

International exclusive speakers' agency is seeking an Agent Associate to assist two senior Sales Agents in their day-to-day work. The candidate should have at least 1 year office experience. Experience in sales, business development, and/or event planning that included client contact and written communications is a plus, but not essential. Candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and must be able to handle a high-volume administrative work including contract negotiation and database work.

Essential Functions:

All administrative support to Agents as needed, including but not limited to:

• Working within CRM database to input new opportunities, contacts, and companies
• Reaching out to existing and prospective buyers with sales calls
• Filing and managing communications and for Sales Agents
• Tracking and communicating requested contract edits
• Heavy database management including but not limited ensuring all contacts are up to date, and report generation and analysis
• Independently handling the communication between internal departments to track ongoing contract discussions, accounting timelines and Speaker/Buyer requests.
• Miscellaneous support work for the Sales Agent that includes client and speaker research and generating new proposals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of office experience (can be internship)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Candidate must have strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to find creative solutions
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials in a timely manner
• Keen attention to detail
• Interested reading knowledge of Current Affairs and Business Trends
• Creative thinking and a positive, can-do attitude

Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world’s diverse voices.  

Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the range shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Endeavor strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.

Hiring Range Minimum:
$58,500 annually

Hiring Range Maximum:
$75,000 annually

Endeavor is a global entertainment, sports and content company, home to the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation; marketing and licensing; content development, distribution and sales; event management; and a number of direct-to-consumer offerings.

From fashion shows to critically acclaimed television and films, bestselling novels to gourmet culinary festivals, world-class sports training to sold-out cultural experiences, we influence an unparalleled number of compelling experiences around the world each day.