Hire Motivational Speaking Artists for Private Events

Dude Perfect

$20,000$40,000
Steven Spielberg

Steven Spielberg

$200,000$250,000
Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese

$200,000$250,000
Quentin Tarantino

Quentin Tarantino

$200,000$250,000
David Fincher

David Fincher

$200,000$250,000
Tim Burton

Tim Burton

$250,000$300,000
Christopher Nolan

Christopher Nolan

$100,000$200,000
Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola

$100,000$200,000
Paul Thomas Anderson

Paul Thomas Anderson

$100,000$200,000
Ridley Scott

Ridley Scott

$100,000$200,000
James Cameron

James Cameron

$100,000$200,000
Clint Eastwood

Clint Eastwood

$100,000$200,000
Guillermo del Toro

Guillermo del Toro

$100,000$200,000
Joel Coen

Joel Coen

$75,000$150,000
Peter Jackson

Peter Jackson

$75,000$150,000
Spike Lee

Spike Lee

$75,000$150,000
Alejandro González Iñárritu

Alejandro González Iñárritu

$75,000$150,000
Woody Allen

Woody Allen

$75,000$150,000
Steven Soderbergh

Steven Soderbergh

$75,000$150,000
David Cronenberg

David Cronenberg

$75,000$150,000
Hayao Miyazaki

Hayao Miyazaki

$75,000$150,000
Roman Polanski

Roman Polanski

$75,000$150,000
Pedro Almodóvar

Pedro Almodóvar

$75,000$150,000
Oliver Stone

Oliver Stone

$250,000$300,000
Brian De Palma

Brian De Palma

$75,000$150,000
Robert Zemeckis

Robert Zemeckis

$75,000$150,000
George Lucas

George Lucas

$250,000$300,000
Alfonso Cuarón

Alfonso Cuarón

$75,000$150,000
Darren Aronofsky

Darren Aronofsky

$75,000$150,000
Ethan Coen

Ethan Coen

$75,000$150,000
Danny Boyle

Danny Boyle

$75,000$150,000
Richard Linklater

Richard Linklater

$75,000$150,000
J.J. Abrams

J.J. Abrams

$100,000$200,000
Gordon Ramsay

Gordon Ramsay

$100,000$175,000
Bobby Flay

Bobby Flay

$75,000$150,000
Wolfgang Puck

Wolfgang Puck

$100,000$200,000
Giada De Laurentiis

Giada De Laurentiis

$75,000$150,000
Emeril Lagasse

Emeril Lagasse

$100,000$200,000
Guy Fieri

Guy Fieri

$75,000$150,000
Paula Deen

Paula Deen

$75,000$150,000
Alton Brown

Alton Brown

$75,000$150,000
Ina Garten

Ina Garten

$75,000$150,000
Marco Pierre White

Marco Pierre White

$75,000$150,000
Martin Yan

Martin Yan

$75,000$150,000
Duff Goldman

Duff Goldman

$75,000$150,000
Robert Irvine

Robert Irvine

$50,000$100,000
Thomas Keller

Thomas Keller

$75,000$150,000
Masaharu Morimoto

Masaharu Morimoto

$50,000$100,000
Anne Burrell

Anne Burrell

$75,000$150,000
Jacques Pépin

Jacques Pépin

$50,000$100,000
Carla Hall

Carla Hall

$75,000$150,000
Lidia Bastianich

Lidia Bastianich

$50,000$100,000
Ming Tsai

Ming Tsai

$75,000$150,000
Cat Cora

Cat Cora

$50,000$100,000
Rocco DiSpirito

Rocco DiSpirito

$75,000$150,000

Alex Guarnaschelli

$50,000$100,000
Rick Bayless

Rick Bayless

$75,000$150,000
Vikas Khanna

Vikas Khanna

$50,000$100,000
Heston Blumenthal

Heston Blumenthal

$75,000$150,000
Curtis Stone

Curtis Stone

$50,000$100,000
Éric Ripert

Éric Ripert

$75,000$150,000

Sunny Anderson

$50,000$100,000
Alain Ducasse

Alain Ducasse

$75,000$150,000
Michael Symon

Michael Symon

$50,000$100,000
Rick Stein

Rick Stein

$75,000$150,000

Nobu Matsuhisa

$50,000$100,000

Jet Tila

$75,000$150,000
Joseph Johnson

Joseph Johnson

$50,000$100,000

Mary Ann Esposito

$75,000$150,000
Marcela Valladolid

Marcela Valladolid

$50,000$100,000
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

$75,000$150,000
Alice Waters

Alice Waters

$50,000$100,000
Sandra Lee

Sandra Lee

$75,000$150,000
John Shields

John Shields

$50,000$100,000
Nigella Lawson

Nigella Lawson

$75,000$150,000
Tom Colicchio

Tom Colicchio

$50,000$100,000
Jordan Eberle

Jordan Eberle

$10,000$14,500
Jordyn Brooks

Jordyn Brooks

$5,000$15,000
David Hyner

David Hyner

$10,000$27.500+

SEG does not, nor claims to, represent any celebrity as the exclusive booking agent. Seattle Entertainment Group does not manage any celebrities listed on this website. SEG acts only as a buyer’s agent for venues, event professionals, companies and organizations to book celebrities for corporate and private events, paid commercials, casino concerts, engagements as well as other various appearances. The celebrities listed on this site are for informational purposes only and are intended as a resource for our clients to provide ideas.

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SEG does not, nor claims to, represent any celebrity as the exclusive booking agent. Seattle Entertainment Group does not manage any celebrities listed on this website. SEG acts only as a buyer’s agent for venues, event professionals, companies and organizations to book celebrities for corporate and private events, paid commercials, casino concerts, engagements as well as other various appearances. The celebrities listed on this site are for informational purposes only and are intended as a resource for our clients to provide ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions

    Will I need security for my event if I hire a celebrity?

    Yes, the celebrity may require you to hire unarmed police or private esecurity. It depends on the status of the chosen celebrity and the type of event. The artist needs protection and everyone’s reputation is in jeopardy if they are not reasonably protected. Sometimes the celebrity will bring their own bodyguard.

    Will I have to pay for the celebrity’s hotel, travel and food?

    Most of the time the celebrity will expect general food and beverage accommodations for the duration of the event. In more complex bookings, they may want to be fed from the day of arrival to the day of departure. Additionally, hotels and transportation should be provided unless a buyout is included in the offer being submitted before you book a celebrity.

    Will I get my money back after I have hired a celebrity and my event is canceled?

    If your event is canceled sometimes you can receive a refund or a credit toward future or rescheduled performance in the event of a force majeure. Other times the contract has strict cancellation terms that must be adhered to. We help you outline the cancellation terms in the negotiating process. 

    Can I hire a celebrity for an event myself?

    Anyone can hire a celebrity. You will pay more in most cases because an artist can tell if you are not familiar with the process. Always consult with a professional before you book a celebrity yourself. There is a specific process that should be followed.

    Will a celebrity prepare a speech or promote my product at the event?

    The short answer is yes. The celebrity will help promote your product and deliver a speech if that is included in the deal points when we submit the offer. A celebrity may also post the product on their social media. 

    What happens if a celebrity is late to my event?

    Sometimes flights are delayed, it’s the unfortunate part of traveling abroad. As part of the contract process, we help eliminate delays by adding a late-arrival clause that allows you to cancel the performance if an artist is late beyond a certain point. It’s not ideal and it is rarely a concern, but the good news is that you will get your deposit back and you will not be liable for the performer’s final payment.

    Can I pick which songs the celebrity performs at my event?

    You can certainly create a list of songs you want performed. The celebrity will sing or perform all of the chosen songs or as many as reasonably possibly within the appearance time paid for.

    Will a celebrity sing and perform at my private or public event?

    Absolutely, there are some requirements to be aware of if you want a musical performance, however. A celebrity may ask you to fulfill parts of their tour rider, which outlines specific types of equipment needed to execute a live performance.

    Are there any celebrities I cannot hire for my event?

    It depends, some celebrities will avoid certain political affiliations, communities or parties that may be considered a conflict of interest. We will help you determine the potential obstacles before wasting any time.

    Will the celebrity I choose take pictures with my family and friends?

    Yes, the celebrity will take pictures with you and a small group of people assuming you make time for it during their appearance. If you want a celebrity to appear for an hour, set aside 30 minutes of that time for a meet and greet, otherwise the celebrity may not stick around for longer than what’s stated in their contract.

    How much does it cost to hire a celebrity for an event?

    The cost to hire a celebrity can vary from artist to artist. Other determining factors will influence the price as well. The deal points we create on your behalf , the location of your event, and duration of appearance can heavily influence the price of a celebrity booking.

    Can you guarantee the celebrity will be hired for my event?

    In most cases, if the celebrity is available and the offer is strong, we guarantee the chosen celebrity will strongly consider the offer. Sometimes, it makes sense to have a backup plan, however, schedules change and late bookings can be risky. It’s best to have 2-3 celebrities in mind before you start the process, just in case the first is unavailable. 

    When will I have to pay the celebrity to appear at my private or public event?

    Typically an artist will be paid in two separate installments. The first payment is a deposit of 50% which is usually paid thirty to ninety days from the engagement. Sometimes the artist will require a full payment upfront, it depends on the scope of work and the notoriety of the celebrity being considered. The final payment of 50% is paid on the day of the event, unless there is a ticket reconciliation that needs to occur.

    Will the celebrity sign autographs for my team and client?

    Yes, of course. We include signed memorabilia in all of our offers (memorabilia to be provided by the venue or client).

    How long does it take to hire a celebrity for a private or public ticket event?

    It can take as much as three to four months to confirm a celebrity appearance, or two days depending on the deal points, offer and location  of your event. Start the process early – that’s our recommendation. 

    What is the process for hiring a celebrity for a private or ticket event?

    The process includes selecting the artist(s), contacting our agency, then creating deal points to include in an offer sheet. Once you have the details outlined, we can discuss the terms with the artist or manager. After the artist agrees to the deal points, a contract is signed, a deposit is made and the performance will happen before the remaining money is paid to the artist.

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