Questions and Answers
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 […]
QUESTION: When I have put together my headshot and resume do I post it to the agency or email it to them and if I ever do get an audition will they give me something to audition with or will I have to think of something to act out by my myself? ANSWER: Once you […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 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 […]
by John Goxhaj (Jacksonville Fl) QUESTION: I did a class in professional on camera. Now do I have to keep taking acting classes to become an actor or I can find an agent with just this class? ANSWER: Everybody is different. A lot depends on your age, natural talent and what you need to work […]
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 […]
by Kevin Miller Periera (Austin, TX, USA) QUESTIONS: Hello, My name is Kevin Miller. I am having lots of trouble getting any Film agent. I mailed out lots of headshots to L.A., New york, Toronto, Madrid,Spain, and to Austin,Texas. I try auditioning every chance i get, from colleges, to student films to public theaters and […]