Senior Speaker Talent Agent

WME; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

WME is seeking an Agent for its Speaker Representation team in New York. You will develop relationships with a high-profile speaker roster and collaborate with managers, internal teams, and fellow agents to drive deals and growth.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, strategic thinking, and precise execution. You will work closely with leadership to balance client needs, sales targets, and creative opportunities, while navigating demanding negotiations and priorities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong industry knowledge or ability to learn quickly.
• Resilience and composure under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain CRM database, speaker records, and communications.
• Track deals, referrals, and outreach efforts.
• Prepare and negotiate offers for speaking engagements with Sales/BA teams.
• Research and sign new speaker talent to strengthen the roster.
• Collaborate with WME and other departments for integrated representation.
• Partner with Marketing on speaker positioning and growth strategies.

Skills

3–5 years experience

Industry knowledge

Resilience

Resourcefulness

Attention to detail

Job description

WME is seeking an Agent for its Speaker Representation team in New York. You will develop relationships with a high-profile speaker roster and collaborate with managers, internal teams, and fellow agents to drive deals and growth.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, strategic thinking, and precise execution. You will work closely with leadership to balance client needs, sales targets, and creative opportunities, while navigating demanding negotiations and priorities.