Talent Booking Calculator

Budget for talent bookings including performance fees, riders, travel, and production requirements.

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Typical range: $5,000 - $25,000

Performance Fees

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Typically 10-20% of talent fee

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Travel & Accommodations

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Sound, lighting, backline

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Green room, catering

Talent Booking Budget

Fee Travel Riders Overhead
Talent Fee$15,000
Agent Commission (15%)$2,250
Travel & Accommodations$5,000
Production & Hospitality Riders$7,000
Insurance$2,000
Contingency (10%)+$3,125
Total Budget$34,375

💡 Always negotiate the all-in price including riders upfront. Hidden rider costs can add 15-30% to the quoted talent fee.

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Cómo Usar Esta Calculadora

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Select talent tier and base fee

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Add rider and production costs

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Include travel and accommodations

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Get total talent budget with contingency

Preguntas Frecuentes

What do talent riders include?

Technical riders specify sound, lighting, and staging needs. Hospitality riders cover food, drinks, and dressing room requirements. Both can add significant costs beyond the base fee.

How do I find talent fees?

Work with booking agents or use platforms like GigSalad, Booking Agent Info, or direct inquiries. Fees depend on market demand, date availability, and event type.

Can I negotiate talent fees?

Yes, especially for corporate and private events. Off-peak dates, multiple bookings, and non-competing events (private vs public) often have flexibility. Agents expect negotiation.

What costs beyond the fee should I expect?

Travel (flights, ground), accommodations, per diem, production rider fulfillment, and agent commissions (10-20%). Always ask for an all-in quote or detailed fee breakdown.

How far in advance should I book talent?

Major headliners: 6-12 months. Regional talent: 2-4 months. Local acts: 4-8 weeks. Popular dates (holidays, festivals) require longer lead times.

Por Qué Usar Esta Calculadora

  • Estimate all-in talent costs
  • Plan for riders and production
  • Budget travel and hospitality
  • Compare talent tier pricing
  • Avoid hidden booking costs

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