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Working With Acting Agents By Dee Bortman
As an actor it is essential to have adequate representation. Even if you are extremely talented, there is a lot of luck involved in developing a successful acting career. A good acting agent will be able to place you in the types of situations where you can not only get paid, but also come into contact with people who will be able to accelerate your career path.
The important thing to remember about acting agents is that they exist to make you money. The agent acts as your emissary with the casting director or employer, so that they place you in auditions, and they collect payment. They make it so you don't have to deal with anything but auditioning and acting. After you have performed, you get payed directly from the agent. They have their own collection systems set up, so this really eliminates a lot of headaches for the actor.
Any acting agents you audition for are going to have connections within a certain part of the industry, and they're going to have certain types of jobs available. If they don't think they will have jobs for you, they won't represent you. It's as simple as that; don't take it personally if an agent turns you down. It just means that they don't think they can find you work. There are plenty of other agents with different networks, so don't put all your eggs in one basket.
When you audition for an agent, be sure to ask them the questions that are important to you as well. You are not getting a job when you get an agent, but rather entering into a business partnership. Make sure that you feel confident that this particular agent will be able to find you work, and make sure their terms are agreeable to you.
Dee loves helping actors succeed. She has extensive experience working with acting agencies and negotiating with acting agents, and specializes in artistic career development.
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