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The Bloodstock Agent as an Equine Career

May 25, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

The thoroughbred industry has people within it who are known as bloodstock agents. A bloodstock agent is someone who buys and sells horses on behalf of a client. They will do this in exchange for a commission. Often bloodstock agents will be found at yearling, broodmare or ready to run sales, assessing horses.

They may have a client – or potential client – who is interested in a particular horse/s based on how it looks on paper. The bloodstock agent will then attend the sale and assess the horse based on its conformation and movement. They will then report back to the person who is interested in potentially buying said horse. They may even bid on the horse on behalf of their client. Or they may invest in a horse and then sell shares in this horse to other people after purchasing it.

The Bloodstock Agent as an Equine Career | Equus Education

Outside of purchasing horses on behalf of other people, the bloodstock agent is well versed on horse pedigrees. They are able to guide and advise owners about which stallion/s to consider sending their mare/s to. This will then result in a foal with a particular pedigree that they anticipate selling well at a sale. Or it may have wonderful residual value for breeding in the years to come.

There is no formal qualification to become a bloodstock agent. A working knowledge of the industry is important and many within the thoroughbred world will gain experience on studs and in racing facilities first.

The Bloodstock Agent

A bloodstock agent needs to have good communication skills as well as connections within their desired horse industry. Of course, they will also need to know pedigrees, good conformation, results of that particular breed of horses – for racing or performance, for example. And they will need to be able to recognise horses that have potential and guide clients accordingly.

A bloodstock agent will need to be willing to travel to sales associated with their breed of choice. This may require interstate and also international travel. Apparently this profession works on a 5% commission fee typically. You can find out more at the Balance Careers.

The Jockey Agent as a Career Choice

May 23, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

It was a few years ago now whilst first working for the National Centre for Equine Education that I became aware of the career a jockey agent. Pondering the position, I realised that it made sense that jockeys would have agents much like actors may have. So what would the role entail?

Someone who acts as an agent for jockeys would be involved in securing rides for the jockey to undertake. This would mean conversing with trainers and lining up rides in line with a particular jockey’s capabilities, weight and location where they are able to ride. It is possible that the agent also helps to negotiate fees for the rider. This would be done with the trainer who is contracting them to ride in a race.

The Jockey Agent as a Career Choice | Equus Education

I have no doubt that the agent gets a cut of the jockey’s earnings, or gets a set fee. In return they will be expected to secure as many rides as possible for a jockey within a race meeting.

After all, the more they ride, the more potential they have to earn and gain a name for themselves. For a jockey agent, it would be beneficial to have good negotiating skills as well as good people skills. And of course a knowledge of local horses, trainers, conditions at particular tracks and the rules of racing.

The Jockey Agent as a Career Choice

Interested in finding out more about this career choice? You can head along to read an article from 2017 about jockey agents. This article covers education and training required, licensing as a jockey agent and even anticipated salary for this role. According to this article, the North American Riding Academy anticipate there being about 1500 licensed jockeys in America.

If you take into consideration that an agent represents 1-3 jockeys in total, this leaves a lot of room for jockey agents to secure clients and work on their behalf! The thoroughbred industry would no doubt have the highest level of jockeys and better purses for race riding. But jockeys are also found amongst other breeds including Quarter Horses, Standardbreds and Arabians. If you love race riding and representing people, then this could be a career choice for you.

Profile On: Chelsie Huseman, Equine Extension Specialist

May 18, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

I recently became aware of the horse related career, the equine extension specialist. Feeling a little in the dark about this, I contacted one at a university in Texas and asked if she’d be willing to answer some questions about her role. Below are Chelsie’s responses.

Chelsie Huseman, Equine Extension Specialist | Equus Education

How much of your day/week is related to horses?
All of my job is related to horses and people. With horses, however, I participate in hands-on horse work 2-3 times/week. My other obligations involve interacting with people, traveling and work in the office.

What is it exactly that you do?
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is a unique education agency with a statewide network of professional educators, trained volunteers and county offices. The Extension Horse Program addresses priorities and needs identified at a local level by county horse program committees. Specialists, Extension Agents and industry professionals work together to address issues and opportunities of horse production, ownership and use through development of educational resource materials and activities.

The Extension horse specialists within the Department of Animal Science serve more than 950,000 Texas horse industry participants and more than 289,000 Texas horse owners. The Extension horse specialists provide research-based best management practices as related to nutrition, breeding, management, care and use. This is through educational programs and workshops.

Information developed by the Extension equine group is available to all clientele. This includes individual horse owners, goods and service providers, and also industry professionals. Extension remains a leader in helping horse owners become better organized through assistance and leadership in formation of associations and groups.

In addition, the horse specialists are committed to supporting the Texas 4-H, Extension’s primary youth program. This is through support of educational and competitive activities that foster decision making, problem solving and other important life skills.

In this field of work, is it possible to be a full time professional and earning a liveable income?
Yes.

What are the general steps taken to be employed in such a role?
Horse Program Specialists need a masters degree in a related field of study, while Horse Specialists need a PhD. Diversified horse experience is a plus to be a successful candidate in this area of work. This can include horse showing, judging, management, and also ownership.

Chelsie Huseman, Equine Extension Specialist | Equus Education

Favourite horse memory?
I have many fond memories of all the mistakes I made as a kid trying to learn about horses on my own growing up. For instance, when I saddled my horse for the first time because my Dad wasn’t available. That saddle went flying off the side of the horse with me in it because I didn’t tighten the cinch properly. It was frustrating at times not having formal training as a kid. But I look back on it now and feel truly lucky to have learned so many things the hard way. It makes me a better educator today.

Future goals?
Future goals involve continuing to develop equine international opportunities to disperse equine education and provide cultural experiences for Texas A&M undergraduate students. Also, increasing our online following by continuing to utilize our Facebook page Texas Horse to disperse equine education and develop our YouTube channel Texas Horse Help.

Best thing about your sport/profession?
I never live the same day twice. The world of equine education is constantly evolving and I have to keep up! Plus it is extremely gratifying and fulfilling to see youth and adults develop their knowledge and passion for the horse.

Operations Accountant Position with Racing Victoria

May 16, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

I really enjoy seeing available positions within horse related jobs that you wouldn’t necessarily consider. Racing Victoria in Australia has a current position open for an operations accountant.

Now it makes sense to me that a lot of people who love horses – and enjoy doing things with them – also have skills in other areas. And even qualifications. So why not accounting?

Operations Accountant Position with Racing Victoria | Equus Education

Located in Flemington, Victoria, Australia this full time position is open to one person. The closing date for applications is May 29, 2018 (just under 2 weeks!). Perhaps this is a role that appeals to you. Want to know a little more about Racing Victoria?

“Racing Victoria (RV) is one of Australia’s leading sporting organisations, we are the independent governing body of thoroughbred racing in Victoria. RV exists to develop, promote and grow the sport of the racing in Victoria. Racing Victoria’s globally celebrated Spring Racing Carnival and Festival of Racing hold a special place in the hearts of Melbournians, and are centrepieces in Australia’s sporting and social calendars.”

So what will you need to be confident about applying for this position?

Formal Accounting qualification.
Member of a recognised accounting body – CA or CPA.
Demonstrated knowledge and application of accounting standards.
Demonstrated proven practical experience using ERP accounting software, preferably Dynamics GP/Sage.
Proven analytical problem-solving skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
Competence with Microsoft Office in programs, in particular Excel.
Knowledge of Business Intelligence tool, preferably TM1 would be advantageous.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills which facilitate effective interaction and communication with a broad range of stakeholders.
Team focused with sound organisational skills, and the ability to undertake multiple activities.
Demonstrated commitment to the principles of customer service.
Knowledge of thoroughbred racing an advantage.

Operations Accountant Position with Racing Victoria

Now a few of the acronyms listed above mean nothing to me. I’m sure for accountants, that wouldn’t be the case. But if you see this role as a dream job for you in the future, then why not do your research now? Find out what is involved in becoming a qualified accountant. Learn what CA and CPA stand for. Be sure to also find out about ERP accounting software.

You can find out more about this role and applying for it by clicking the above link. There’s also a contact email on their site in case you have queries about the role – be sure to ask in plenty of time to be able to get your application in!

The Equine Extension Specialist

April 27, 2018 by Christine Meunier Leave a Comment

Recently I was looking at a video resource for a unit in one of our horse courses. I love getting to find so many different online resources and careers as I make sure the content is current and formatted for upcoming students! Have I mentioned I love my job? 🙂 One of the videos I viewed listed the man’s name and underneath it equine extension specialist. And I asked myself; just what is an equine extension specialist?

The Equine Extension Specialist | Equus Education

Good ol’ Google! A search online revealed an interesting article that quoted:

“If you grew up in 4-H or live near a land-grant university, you may be familiar with equine extension specialists… Those people who seem to have the unique ability to help you with any equine issue you may have… Whether it’s pasture management, feeding issues or even facility construction. If you want to be a go-to person in the equine industry, consider a career in equine extension.”

How interesting! I have many interests in the equine industry and am quite passionate about the areas of education, careers, horse breeding physiology and sustainable horse management. I love sharing my knowledge – and adding to it! And yet, I had no idea there was such a horse career as an equine extension specialist!

The Equine Extension Specialist

It seems this field/career is heavily linked in the education and science worlds. Why not take a look at some links?

“He’s of the colour of the nutmeg. And of the heat of the ginger… he is pure air and fire; and the dull elements of earth and water never appear in him, but only in patient stillness while his rider mounts him; he is indeed a horse, and all other jades you may call beasts.” ― William Shakespeare

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