Intern - Comedy Touring

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UTA is seeking an Intern to support across the Comedy Touring department in our London office.  

Reporting to the Comedy Agent, the role will support the Comedy department of UTA London and, from time-to-time may include, without limitation: procuring ticket counts for contracted shows, contracting, upkeep of department grids for tour routings, providing desk cover and providing support in all other functions performed by an assistant in the Comedy department of a talent booking agency.  

What You’ll Do:  

Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:  

• Ticket Figures – adding and checking ticket figures and sending to management across the UK and EU 
• Contracts – contracting shows quickly and efficiently when requested 

• Collating venue availability and assisting with tour routing 
• Immigration – preparing and issuing CoS for talent arriving in the UK 
• Desk cover – cover Assistant / Co-ordinator time off 
• Assistant support – provide assistants with any additional support needs when approved by the Operations Manager  
• Updating show lists – compiling London comedy show lists on a monthly basis 

• Attending client shows/gigs as and when required 
• Ad hoc duties as and when they arise 

What You’ll Need:  

• General understanding and interest of the entertainment and comedy industry and the nature of a talent agency 
• Interest in booking, marketing and deal negotiation 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Excellent organizational skills 

• Discretion at all times, particularly when dealing with sensitive client matters 
• Ability to prioritize a busy workload 
• Ability to develop business relationships 
• Previous experience in a related field is desirable 

What You’ll Get 

• A competitive salary 
• A benefits package to support your wellbeing, including private medical insurance

• The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies 
• The opportunity to work in an inclusive and diverse company culture 

About UTA 

UTA unites ideas, opportunities and talent. The company represents some of the world's most iconic, barrier-breaking artists, creators and changemakers — from actors, athletes and musicians to writers, gamers and digital influencers. One of the most influential companies in global entertainment, UTA's business spans talent representation, content production, as well as strategic advisory and marketing work with some of the world's biggest brands. Affiliated companies include Digital Brand Architects, KLUTCH Sports Group, Curtis Brown Group, and MediaLink. UTA is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, New York and London. 

For more information: https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/ 

Many of our colleagues spend their careers here. It’s one of the reasons UTA is considered to be among the entertainment industry’s best places to work. 

At UTA, the belief in the client relationship is paramount – marked by respect, a sense of stewardship, and a commitment to an artist’s entire creative life. Our commitment to every employee is the same. 

UTA seeks the innovators, the entrepreneurs. The talented, the creative, the thoughtful. And, the passionate, who share our love for the work all of us are privileged to do. 

We encourage applications from all people with relevant experience and skills and are determined to ensure that no person receives less favourable treatment because of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, nationality race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, or caring responsibilities. If you require us to make any adjustments throughout the interview process to meet your needs, please let us know.