Tax deductions for ticket salespersons

Ticket salespersons sell tickets and make reservations for travel and admission to sporting and entertainment venues.

Employment Profile

Average weekly pay:          $1,136   
Employment size:                18,900  
Future growth:                     Moderate     
Skill level                              High School or Certificate I

Typical tax deductions include:

• Motor vehicle travel to and from work if having shifting workplaces – working at more than one site each day before returning home.  
• Motor vehicle travel between job sites, to pick up equipment, or attend training courses.  
• Phone and internet – work %.
• Computers, tools and equipment.      
• Overnight travel expenses when away from home overnight for work – includes airfares, accommodation and meals.  
• Compulsory work uniform branded with the employers logo.  
• Overtime meals – if overtime meal allowance received under an industrial award. 
• Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions.  
• Courses, seminars and self-education expenses. 
• Home office running expenses.
• Handbags, briefcases and satchels.

Tax Strategies we can assist you with.

Self education expenses
Compulsory work uniform
Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions
Phone and internet
Motor vehicle expenses: cents per km method
Home office running expenses
Handbags, briefcases and satchels
Overnight travel expenses