Assistant Artist Manager

Askonas Holt is one of the world’s leading arts management agencies. We represent some of the finest musicians as well as managing tours for orchestras and dance companies. The work atmosphere is friendly, informal and committed. Our office is based in central London and we employ over 50 people.

We are looking to employ an assistant for two Artist Managers, Tim Menah and Jane Balmer.

Job Description

The manager is responsible for a list of artists with varying levels of international recognition, age and experience. The more established artists have specialised and detailed needs while the younger careers require development, planning and nurturing.

Applicants must have excellent written communication skills as responsibilities of the position include writing biographies, schedules, letters and emails. Furthermore, the job involves telephone contact with artists, promoters and people from all walks of life, so excellent verbal communication skills are a necessity.

The successful applicant must be extremely well-organised with excellent administrative skills and have the ability to remain calm under pressure. Other requirements are good computer skills, ideally including familiarity with databases and Lotus Notes; clarity of approach; initiative and quickness of mind; and the ability to think laterally and solve problems.

A background in classical music is necessary with a minimum of 2 years work experience. A knowledge of languages is preferable

As experience increases, so too will the job satisfaction and areas of responsibility.

Duties include:

Preparing, updating and distributing publicity material
Updating website
Inputting booking data into the computer
Liaising with artists regarding schedule planning, including meetings with soloists etc
Collating rehearsal and concert details
Checking and processing contracts
Assisting artists with applying for social security certificates
Faxing and mailing of correspondence
Co-ordination between the travel department and the artist to produce itineraries
Occasional lunchtime switchboard cover

Staff are appointed on an initial three-month trial basis. Salary commensurate with experience.

Closing date for applications: Friday 5th December 2008.

Please send your covering letter and CV to hr@askonasholt.co.uk.

Interviews will be held the week beginning 8th December. Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.