by Leelo (L.A., CA) QUESTION: I’m a full-time educator who only wants to audition for more prominent roles. Can’t afford to act, otherwise! Is this a valid mention to a potential agent? I have no rush nor innate desire for fame and fortune, and am perfectly happy otherwise teaching. Is it all right that I […]
Category: Acting Agents Questions
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by Lisa (Portland, Oregon) QUESTION: I am a 39 year who has never acted before. By chance, I auditioned and got a part in a pilot. They told me I was a “natural.” I do not have an agent, headshot, or resume. I do know that many networks are interested in this sitcom. Am I […]
Theater is Not My Thing
by Kourtney (Phoenix, AZ) QUESTION: I love to act, but I hate the theater. It seems so fake and over the top for me, I just don’t like it. I have a reliable but less known agency, and I’ve been taking classes since i was very young. Will I still be able to make it […]
I’m Full Sized
QUESTION: Would an agent or casting director pick me if I’m ‘FUN SIZED’ or Multi-race (Italian, Native, etc.)? ANSWER: There are roles available for all types. People sometimes have this notion that you have to be perfectly thin and extremely good looking to be an actor, but that’s just a small amount of the roles […]
Acting Agent Contracts
by Wendy (Freehold NJ USA) QUESTION: What is a typical length of a contract? 3 years? ANSWER: I believe a contract with an acting agency can be up to 3 years, but is often one year to start with so both acting agent and actor can make sure they work well together. Even if you […]
QUESTION: Hi my name is Jasmin. I am very interested in acting but i have no experience whatsoever. I was wondering if i could still get an agent to get me auditions or is it necessary for me to have experience in order to get an agent? ANSWER: Unless you’re very young, it’s pretty hard […]
by kev (NY) QUESTION: Hi, I’m 20 year old aspiring actor wondering if its the right time to get an agent even though I have zero camera experience. I have taken classes, since I’m majoring in acting in the college I currently attend. I have taken 3 theatre classes, An introduction to the acting major, […]
Visit an acting agency!!!
by Allison (London, UK) QUESTION: I really want to get in touch with an agent and get him or her to represent me. I have tried to get in touch with agents over mail, but they NEVER respond to me, not a single one of them actually. I have also called a few agencies here […]
QUESTION: I don’t have much credits and no professional credits to put on my resume and therefore I can’t make a showreel. My question is, can I still submit my headshot and resume and cover letter to agents? Is it worth it or am I just wasting my time? If I can I don’t know […]
by Dez (Pennsylvania) QUESTION: How do I find an agent that is right for me? I looked for so many in the area and they all seem good. How do I know if I’m being scamed? Do I have to pay agents straight up or before I audition? I would really love it if you […]