Salary: USD 110000.00 - 135000.00 annually
Category: Artist/Label Services
Day to Day Artist Manager
Los Angeles, CA
ACLMTE is a full service entertainment staffing agency working with clients all over the country. We are currently seeking a highly experienced Day to Day Artist Manager for a full-time, in-person role based in Los Angeles, CA. This position will support a high-profile multi-hyphenate entertainer with an active and demanding schedule across music, film, press, and live events. This role requires a seasoned music industry professional with deep organizational instincts, exceptional emotional intelligence, a calm and composed presence, and the ability to operate at the highest level of discretion and independence.
What Winning In This Role Looks Like
• You are a go getter with a strong work ethic and a deeply proactive mindset
• You are a self-starter who takes the reigns without being asked
• You are driven by the success of your client and take pride in making sure nothing falls through the cracks
• You are trustworthy and operate with absolute discretion in all matters
• You are a skilled problem solver who thinks creatively and independently
• You work well with a wide variety of personalities — from creatives to business executives to production teams
• You are at ease yet professional with senior leadership and executives, both internally and externally
• You are a reliable, calm, and steady presence — the person in the room everyone knows has it handled
• You have the ability to be agile at a moment's notice, acting with good judgment even in ambiguous situations
• You are an excellent communicator with a high degree of emotional intelligence — you know how to read people and adjust your approach accordingly
• You bring information, ideas, and solutions to leadership proactively
• You are composed, focused, and intentional
• You are comfortable receiving direct feedback and can effortlessly implement the requested changes
• You are excellent at marketing and strategy
• You have a keen eye for aesthetics, branding, and creative alignment
• You can serve as a creative translator — helping bridge the gap between creative concepts and executable strategies
• You have a deep understanding of music, culture, and the modern media landscape
• You have a strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational instincts
• You are comfortable with social media platforms and know how to assist in making content
• You are efficient and well versed at working in a fast paced, high demand environment
• You can quickly adapt within an existing team and understand the hierarchy
• You love to travel and are comfortable spending time across multiple cities
• You have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• You have a current passport
• You are already located in the Los Angeles area or are open to relocating
Regular Tasks for This Role:
• Serving as the primary day to day contact and acting as the link between lead management, the artist, and the outside world
• Managing daily logistics while helping carry forward the artist's bigger-picture vision
• Owning and maintaining a complex calendar — meticulously organized, constantly updated, and clearly communicated at all times
• Being a proactive calendar gatekeeper, fielding internal and external scheduling requests and making informed recommendations aligned with the artist's priorities
• Maintaining a constant and proactive communication flow with the client, ensuring the artist is always informed, reminded, and prepared
• Working closely with the full team to ensure the smooth completion of both micro and macro goals
• Bringing organization, discretion, and creative awareness to touring operations, marketing initiatives, digital strategy, and external partnerships
• Booking travel, transportation, and accommodations across multiple cities
• Coordinating closely with touring, marketing, label, digital, publicity, and external partner teams
• Advancing shows and building detailed travel itineraries and day sheets
• Handling highly confidential and sensitive matters with discretion and tact
• Assisting the client and team with completing and delivering promotional requests
• Translating creative ideas into executable strategies and operational plans
• Creating and monitoring budgets for artist activities with a high degree of accuracy
• Managing artist website and social media updates
• Creating and maintaining key internal and external documents including decks, one-sheets, budgets, and timelines
• Acting as one of the key management representatives on location including at promotional activities, photo shoots, TV shoots, tour dates, film festivals, premieres, and events
• Liaising with the artist's stylist and glam team on all styling and glam requirements for shows, promo, and events
• Assisting in planning and implementing global music campaign details including release schedules, promotions, social strategy, press, and touring
• Acting as a creative translator and trusted sounding board — helping the artist articulate and package their creative vision with confidence
• Communicating effectively and professionally with all members of the artist's extended circle including family as needed
• Improving and streamlining existing processes — this role is expected to bring ideas and solutions, not just execute tasks
Skills / Experience / Education
• Previous experience working within artist management at a high level is required
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in the music industry is required
• Experience supporting a multi-hyphenate or crossover entertainer across music, film, and press is strongly preferred
• Clear understanding of global touring operations, label relationships, and campaign rollouts
• Exceptional calendar management skills — complex, multi-city organization is a must
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of personalities
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, high demand, ever evolving environment
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Spotify for Artists, Apple Music for Artists, Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, and various other project management tools and digital marketing platforms
• Familiarity with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro) is a bonus
• An interest in or connection to creative direction, world building, and artist branding is a strong plus
• Strong critical thinking and independent problem solving skills
• Ability to read a room with precision
Compensation and Benefits
• Salary: $110,000–$130,000 depending on experience
• Medical insurance
• LA based candidates preferred — relocation considered for the right candidate