Agent - Children's Illustration Division

The Bright Agency is a global agency that nurtures passionate, gifted artists and authors. You’ll see their work everywhere: children’s books, billboards, greetings cards, films... They’re here to make a mark on the world, and our mission is to make it happen.

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an Agent within our Children’s illustration Division (BCI). The ideal candidate will have solid industry experience, with expertise in project management, contract negotiation and artist care.

The role will include

• Negotiating sales, closing deals, ensuring the best deal possible for the artist, retaining rights where possible
• Managing own projects from initial commission through to delivery, liaising with all parties involved
• Ensuring project summaries are sent to artists correctly and on time
• Ensuring all project schedules in our web platforms are kept up to date
• Selecting images and creating lightboxes for client project enquiries
• Organising and undertaking UK client meetings on a regular basis
• Attending bookfairs when requested
• Attending industry parties, events and awards ceremonies when required
• Contributing to team marketing plans and assisting in briefing and creating email campaigns
• Ensuring contacts database is regularly maintained and updated
• Regularly creating and sending out artwork collections to clients
• Responding to enquires as required
• Actively scouting for new talent, whilst briefing and developing current artists portfolios to ensure they are as strong as they can be
• Being abreast of trends and requirements within the industry and ensuring portfolios reflect this
• Participating and contributing to Artist Submission Meetings

Key skill and characteristics

• A team player but with the ability to work alone within a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated
• Creative eye
• Sales driven
• A problem solver
• Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and via web meetings/Zoom

More information

• The role is a full time, permanent position
•  Either WFH or office based, but with an expectation to be in our offices at least once per month. The office is based in Clapham Junction, Southwest London
• Salary dependent upon experience plus commission
• As well as the opportunity to join our global, award-winning organisation, Bright offers competitive benefits including pension and health insurance along with regular training and opportunities for career growth.

How to Apply

• Please send your CV and covering letter to careers@thebrightagency.com with the subject line “Agent BCI”
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.