AGENT

JOB OVERVIEW

Assistants issue deal memos and contracts, handle a variety of paperwork, answer phone calls and e-mail, order concert tickets, track building avails, and perform other secretarial functions.

PREREQUISITES

Some agencies require a four-year college degree to be accepted into their agent training program. Computer skills, ability to handle multiple tasks and follow directions, attention to detail, and a professional phone manner are important skills for success.

POINTERS FOR THE JOB SEARCH

Mail room, receptionist, and temporary jobs are good ways to get your foot in the door of a company. Temporary positions, in particular, give you an opportunity to present your skills, showcase your work ethic, and prove yourself indispensable to a potential employer.

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