Talent Management
DRB Entertainment is a boutique media talent agency and talent manager with 30+ years of experience representing the cream of the crop in television, radio, audio, digital media, publishing, and entertainment.
We provide high-touch, personalised talent management for broadcasters, presenters, performers, creators, actors and authors across Australia and New Zealand, focusing on long-term career success rather than just the next gig.
Our talent.
We represent the cream of the crop in television, radio, audio, digital media, publishing, and entertainment.
Our high-touch, boutique approach.
We take a long-term, personal approach to talent management. As your dedicated talent manager, we become your partner in success, aligning with your professional and personal goals.
DRB Entertainment keeps its roster purposefully small and selective, ensuring each talent receives bespoke attention, strategic guidance, and unwavering support. Your ambitions become our mission. We protect and nurture your career with the care it deserves, building momentum every step of the way.
What we do for our talent.
Career direction & positioning
Craft a clear career roadmap and personal brand strategy, identifying opportunities that align with your strengths and aspirations. We focus on strategic decision-making to position you for sustainable growth and industry impact.
Contract negotiation & deal management
With decades of experience, we expertly handle contract reviews, negotiations, and deal-making on your behalf. Whether it’s a broadcasting contract, publishing deal, or brand partnership, we secure the best terms while safeguarding your long-term interests.
Brand alignment & partnerships
Companies seek Dean’s expertise for strategic guidance. With a powerful track record of designing, launching, and rejuvenating brands, he’s a creative strategy consultant who brings a rare blend of analytical thinking and creative flair. His consulting clients have included major media networks, national corporations like Westpac, and a host of successful startups.
Performance coaching & media training
Our management goes beyond bookings. We provide ongoing media coaching, presentation training, and content development and writing support to sharpen your skills and confidence. Whether it’s improving on-air presence and skills, idea creation, public speaking, or navigating social media, we help you continually grow and adapt.
Holistic career planning
We look beyond individual gigs, helping you plan for a fulfilling career. That means preparing for opportunities in new markets and diversifying into new formats (podcasts, writing, speaking engagements), and ensuring longevity in a fast-changing industry.
Turning potential into star power.
DRB Entertainment has a proven history of transforming emerging talent into industry leaders.
Under Dean Buchanan’s guidance, many of our clients have become household names, #1 national broadcasters, and bestselling authors. Dean is an award winning and highly respected expert in radio and media entertainment.
Jono & Ben
Jase & PJ
Simon Barnett
Mel Homer
Brodie & Fitzy
Stacey, Mike & Anika Moa
Laura McGoldrick, Sam Wallace & Toni Street
Jason Reeves
Matt Heath & Jeremy Wells
Bree & Clint
Fletch, Vaughan & Megan
Dan Debuf
Sami Lucas
Darren McMullen
Tim, Kate & Marty
Chrissie Swan
Fitzy & Wippa
Nathan, Nat & Sean
Kip, Ash & Lutsy
Hughesy & Kate
Merrick & Rosso
These success stories, from top-rated radio shows to bestselling books, highlight our commitment to delivering outstanding results.
"His exceptional ability to inspire, coach, and manage talent is rare."
– Dan Bradley, Kaizen Media (Australia)
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Why choose DRB for representation.
Proven expertise
We have 30+ years in talent management in Australia and NZ, developing media personalities and creative professionals. We know what casting and content directors, publishers, and networks are looking for, and how to help you stand out.
Personalised strategy
No two talents are the same. We craft a customised strategy for each client, focusing on strengths, passions, and market opportunities. We’re in it for the long haul, helping you build a lasting career with purpose.
Trust & advocacy
We are your champions and protectors. Our reputation for integrity, discretion, and relentless advocacy means you have a manager who always has your back, negotiating the best deals and guiding you through industry challenges.
Industry connections
Tap into a powerful network. From TV and Radio executives in Sydney to publishing houses in Auckland, we open doors through relationships built over decades. We connect you with the right opportunities at the right time.