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Posted 26 September 2002 - 02:32 AM

You don't have to wait around for an open call. If you get on the phone and the agency tells you their open call is six months off, ask if you can just drop by. Don't stop at one; go around to as many of the top agencies as you can.

Several large agencies tour the country with a model search, a beauty contest with the purpose of finding the next Christy, Tyra or Claudia. As long as there's a reputable agency behind it and the entry fees aren't too extravagant (most, though not all, model search contests will have entry fees), a model search is a good way to at least meet people in the industry.

The most expensive option is to attend a modeling convention. Entry fees tend to be high, but you get the opportunity to meet representatives from several different agencies all at the same time (and the chance to learn more about the industry in general).

IT IS YOUR DUTY AS AN MODEL TO MAIL YOUR PORTFOLIOS TO AGENCIES, CASTING DIRECTORS, PRODUCTION COMPANIES. THE PROCESS COSTS A LOT OF MONEY AND TAKES A LOT OF YOUR VALUABLE TIME. IF YOU ARE PATIENT AND CONSISTENT YOU WILL SEE SOME RESULTS. MOST OF THE TIME YOUR HEADSHOTS WILL END UP IN THE TRASH OR A BIG FILE WITH THOUSANDS OF OTHER RESUMES.

Once the agency gets a look at you and decides it likes what it sees, an agent will arrange for you to have portfolio pictures taken, a composite card printed, and a resume put together. Again, you must remember that you are trying to make money, not spend it, so don't pend money on portfolios until you get signed up with an agency. The agency will probably have a specific look in mind for you anyway, and they'll want to start from scratch. A modeling portfolio (book) is what you take along to modeling interviews. In your portfolio are a series of shots taken by an agency-recommended photographer, and it reflects the agency's marketing strategy for you.
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Post icon  Posted 19 May 2006 - 03:19 PM

View PostCasting, on Sep 26 2002, 07:32 AM, said:

You don't have to wait around for an open call. If you get on the phone and the agency tells you their open call is six months off, ask if you can just drop by. Don't stop at one; go around to as many of the top agencies as you can.
Several large agencies tour the country with a model search, a beauty contest with the purpose of finding the next Christy, Tyra or Claudia. As long as there's a reputable agency behind it and the entry fees aren't too extravagant (most, though not all, model search contests will have entry fees), a model search is a good way to at least meet people in the industry.
The most expensive option is to attend a modeling convention. Entry fees tend to be high, but you get the opportunity to meet representatives from several different agencies all at the same time (and the chance to learn more about the industry in general).
IT IS YOUR DUTY AS AN MODEL TO MAIL YOUR PORTFOLIOS TO AGENCIES, CASTING DIRECTORS, PRODUCTION COMPANIES. THE PROCESS COSTS A LOT OF MONEY AND TAKES A LOT OF YOUR VALUABLE TIME. IF YOU ARE PATIENT AND CONSISTENT YOU WILL SEE SOME RESULTS. MOST OF THE TIME YOUR HEADSHOTS WILL END UP IN THE TRASH OR A BIG FILE WITH THOUSANDS OF OTHER RESUMES.
Once the agency gets a look at you and decides it likes what it sees, an agent will arrange for you to have portfolio pictures taken, a composite card printed, and a resume put together. Again, you must remember that you are trying to make money, not spend it, so don't pend money on portfolios until you get signed up with an agency. The agency will probably have a specific look in mind for you anyway, and they'll want to start from scratch. A modeling portfolio (book) is what you take along to modeling interviews. In your portfolio are a series of shots taken by an agency-recommended photographer, and it reflects the agency's marketing strategy for you.



I live in rochester NY all of the agents listed are in NY, NY. At the moment i can not afford to get a better membership, I cant send anything to any body. I just want to be heard. i just dont know how. What should i do?...

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Posted 05 July 2006 - 03:33 PM

View PostCasting, on Sep 26 2002, 07:32 AM, said:

You don't have to wait around for an open call. If you get on the phone and the agency tells you their open call is six months off, ask if you can just drop by. Don't stop at one; go around to as many of the top agencies as you can.
Several large agencies tour the country with a model search, a beauty contest with the purpose of finding the next Christy, Tyra or Claudia. As long as there's a reputable agency behind it and the entry fees aren't too extravagant (most, though not all, model search contests will have entry fees), a model search is a good way to at least meet people in the industry.
The most expensive option is to attend a modeling convention. Entry fees tend to be high, but you get the opportunity to meet representatives from several different agencies all at the same time (and the chance to learn more about the industry in general).
IT IS YOUR DUTY AS AN MODEL TO MAIL YOUR PORTFOLIOS TO AGENCIES, CASTING DIRECTORS, PRODUCTION COMPANIES. THE PROCESS COSTS A LOT OF MONEY AND TAKES A LOT OF YOUR VALUABLE TIME. IF YOU ARE PATIENT AND CONSISTENT YOU WILL SEE SOME RESULTS. MOST OF THE TIME YOUR HEADSHOTS WILL END UP IN THE TRASH OR A BIG FILE WITH THOUSANDS OF OTHER RESUMES.
Once the agency gets a look at you and decides it likes what it sees, an agent will arrange for you to have portfolio pictures taken, a composite card printed, and a resume put together. Again, you must remember that you are trying to make money, not spend it, so don't pend money on portfolios until you get signed up with an agency. The agency will probably have a specific look in mind for you anyway, and they'll want to start from scratch. A modeling portfolio (book) is what you take along to modeling interviews. In your portfolio are a series of shots taken by an agency-recommended photographer, and it reflects the agency's marketing strategy for you.




is it bad to call an agencie...and if u do call an agencie what should u say???
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Post icon  Posted 16 July 2006 - 09:20 AM

View Postsarah lee, on Jul 5 2006, 08:33 PM, said:

is it bad to call an agencie...and if u do call an agencie what should u say???

i have a BIG problem
i don live in america . and if do contact an agent , would they even want to work with someone that far?
but i still have confdence in myself...
i know if they like me , anything can happen.
i just need help..
if anyone has anything to say ...tell me
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Posted 27 January 2007 - 08:45 PM

View PostCasting, on Sep 26 2002, 07:32 AM, said:

You don't have to wait around for an open call. If you get on the phone and the agency tells you their open call is six months off, ask if you can just drop by. Don't stop at one; go around to as many of the top agencies as you can.
Several large agencies tour the country with a model search, a beauty contest with the purpose of finding the next Christy, Tyra or Claudia. As long as there's a reputable agency behind it and the entry fees aren't too extravagant (most, though not all, model search contests will have entry fees), a model search is a good way to at least meet people in the industry.
The most expensive option is to attend a modeling convention. Entry fees tend to be high, but you get the opportunity to meet representatives from several different agencies all at the same time (and the chance to learn more about the industry in general).
IT IS YOUR DUTY AS AN MODEL TO MAIL YOUR PORTFOLIOS TO AGENCIES, CASTING DIRECTORS, PRODUCTION COMPANIES. THE PROCESS COSTS A LOT OF MONEY AND TAKES A LOT OF YOUR VALUABLE TIME. IF YOU ARE PATIENT AND CONSISTENT YOU WILL SEE SOME RESULTS. MOST OF THE TIME YOUR HEADSHOTS WILL END UP IN THE TRASH OR A BIG FILE WITH THOUSANDS OF OTHER RESUMES.
Once the agency gets a look at you and decides it likes what it sees, an agent will arrange for you to have portfolio pictures taken, a composite card printed, and a resume put together. Again, you must remember that you are trying to make money, not spend it, so don't pend money on portfolios until you get signed up with an agency. The agency will probably have a specific look in mind for you anyway, and they'll want to start from scratch. A modeling portfolio (book) is what you take along to modeling interviews. In your portfolio are a series of shots taken by an agency-recommended photographer, and it reflects the agency's marketing strategy for you.


:blush: Hello

My name is Bharvita and I was wondering if you guys can help me out.
I want to become an actress but I live in Alberta, Calgary and not much
auditions come here. Im a great actress and an awesome singer. And I
want to be an actress on Disney Channel. I know that being in a city that
deosn't really have any auditions but im only 11 and I have to make my
dreams come true some how. :unsure: So I need your help you can mail
me back at bharvita16@hotmail.com.
If takes hard work im up for it. :)

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Posted 31 May 2007 - 12:44 PM

View PostCasting, on Sep 26 2002, 07:32 AM, said:

You don't have to wait around for an open call. If you get on the phone and the agency tells you their open call is six months off, ask if you can just drop by. Don't stop at one; go around to as many of the top agencies as you can.
Several large agencies tour the country with a model search, a beauty contest with the purpose of finding the next Christy, Tyra or Claudia. As long as there's a reputable agency behind it and the entry fees aren't too extravagant (most, though not all, model search contests will have entry fees), a model search is a good way to at least meet people in the industry.
The most expensive option is to attend a modeling convention. Entry fees tend to be high, but you get the opportunity to meet representatives from several different agencies all at the same time (and the chance to learn more about the industry in general).
IT IS YOUR DUTY AS AN MODEL TO MAIL YOUR PORTFOLIOS TO AGENCIES, CASTING DIRECTORS, PRODUCTION COMPANIES. THE PROCESS COSTS A LOT OF MONEY AND TAKES A LOT OF YOUR VALUABLE TIME. IF YOU ARE PATIENT AND CONSISTENT YOU WILL SEE SOME RESULTS. MOST OF THE TIME YOUR HEADSHOTS WILL END UP IN THE TRASH OR A BIG FILE WITH THOUSANDS OF OTHER RESUMES.
Once the agency gets a look at you and decides it likes what it sees, an agent will arrange for you to have portfolio pictures taken, a composite card printed, and a resume put together. Again, you must remember that you are trying to make money, not spend it, so don't pend money on portfolios until you get signed up with an agency. The agency will probably have a specific look in mind for you anyway, and they'll want to start from scratch. A modeling portfolio (book) is what you take along to modeling interviews. In your portfolio are a series of shots taken by an agency-recommended photographer, and it reflects the agency's marketing strategy for you.

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Post icon  Posted 24 July 2007 - 02:39 PM

HEy im Carina and i want to become a singer but the problem is how! Its not like acting were you do commercials then work up to movies. In singing i dont know where to start and how do i find a agent or manager? So im, looking for a agent or manager. ANYONE!! Please contact me if you are interested in becoming my agent or manager. PLEASE!!!
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Posted 28 July 2007 - 05:48 PM

Hey everyone,

Talking about agencies and everything, I find that they want to know what you have done in the past in acting and modeling for example but except for school plays and childrens theatre theres not much more!

I want to get discovered to be able to do commercials, TV, film, print , modeling etc.

If they find you dont have enough experience, they dont take they time to look at your resume!

I want an agent that can help me acheive my goals!!

Visit my site @ lauramichalovic.starsearchcasting.com

You wont regret it and you wont be disappointed!!

Thank you

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Post icon  Posted 25 September 2007 - 05:13 PM

Hey!..* I'd like an agent...lol*

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Posted 06 November 2007 - 02:09 PM

haha I want an agent too.. x] but I live in Sweden..so maybe there isnt anyone who wanna work with me? x]
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Im an actress, singer & model, but I dont have so much experience, yet x]
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In relation to Acting! I have just come across this link:



I wonder if anymember knows any more about this?

Would be interested to here any more comments on this?

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http://nexthotmoviestar.com/


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Posted 16 December 2007 - 02:15 AM

my photos http://www.jurgita.c...s-id187925.html
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View PostLisaTs, on Dec 16 2007, 07:15 AM, said:

my photos http://*************************


Hiy Liza! Why don't you add your photos to our FREE online gallery here? There is no limit to the amount you can add and in addition your album then becomes an extension to your portfolio here, members viewing your main page can click straight to your additional pics!

NOW I BET THAT RIVAL SITE DOESN'T OFFER THAT OPTION? LOL! :LOL:


If you need any help/assistance adding to gallery just ask here or give me a shout ok!

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Posted 05 January 2008 - 06:50 PM

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I live in rochester NY all of the agents listed are in NY, NY. At the moment i can not afford to get a better membership, I cant send anything to any body. I just want to be heard. i just dont know how. What should i do?...


So do I!! What should us rochestarians do?!!!!
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Post icon  Posted 09 April 2008 - 03:32 AM

hey hey.. i want to have agent too but its so difficuly :S i live in little country brr.
but my passion is that and i know where to move but i still havent find anybody to work with me. i mean, i can find somebody here, in estonia.. but this is so little business here.
i want somebody out from my area... anybody who read and have intrest.. contact :) thanks.

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Posted 20 April 2008 - 10:37 AM

View Postviolinchicka, on Apr 9 2008, 08:32 AM, said:

hey hey.. i want to have agent too but its so difficuly :S i live in little country brr.
but my passion is that and i know where to move but i still havent find anybody to work with me. i mean, i can find somebody here, in estonia.. but this is so little business here.
i want somebody out from my area... anybody who read and have intrest.. contact :) thanks.


I know what you are feeling. I live in Poland there is nothing like the real business. Find an agent is almost impossible when you live outside the area. So Agents try to find a new Talents outside the US;P For example in Poland;P
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Posted 11 May 2008 - 06:51 PM

I live at least 2 hours from any big-ish city, so there's nothing here.
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Posted 03 June 2008 - 01:28 PM

HELP!!! I'm a 16 year old girl wanting to make it big in the movies... Only one problem.....Theres nothing in oregon! I want an agent and my dream is to have a contract with Disney.. Any ideas for what I should do? Anyone know any good agencys in the Oregon area?? Some one please hear me!!!
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is it bad to call an agencie...and if u do call an agencie what should u say???



It is not bad to call an agency, however, remember that they are busy people. Try to keep the conversation short. Give them your name and ask if they are accepting submissions for new talent. If they are, get the current mailing address, and thank them for their time. If not, thank them for their time and hang up. (You can try again in a month or two.) The mail in your current headshot and resume, along with a short cover letter with a brief statement about your goals. If the agency is interested, you will hear from them within 6-8 weeks. (Don't call them and ask if they got your material, they get hundreds to thousands of submissions on a daily basis.) If you don't hear from them, don't get discouraged. Just try someone else. You may even try the same agency again in a few months.

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HELP!!! I'm a 16 year old girl wanting to make it big in the movies... Only one problem.....Theres nothing in oregon! I want an agent and my dream is to have a contract with Disney.. Any ideas for what I should do? Anyone know any good agencys in the Oregon area?? Some one please hear me!!!



Do a search for Lana Veenker Casting... she is based in Oregon, and she might have a list of agents there as well!
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Posted 21 March 2009 - 01:08 AM

ahhh by the way how can i apply.. those agencies.....??????????

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