Before reading further, know that it’s absolutely possible to get acting and modeling work by marketing yourself and I highly recommend all actors and models be proactive in searching for jobs themselves. That said, it is often best to have an agent even if only to send jobs you find to your agent for vetting. Why?
The agent will make sure it’s a legitimate job.
The agent will know proper payments for the job and negotiate fees for your work.
The agent is your advocate if you have issues on set or are not paid on time.
If you don’t have an agent or want to find one in a non-local market, there are are a few questions you need to ask before signing on with a new one. Just like with dating someone, use your gut to help decide if this agent is the right one for you. If something feels off, trust your intuition. Having an agent is like having a partner—you want someone you trust, can easily communicate with and feel they have your best interest at heart.
Sometimes people just don’t know what types of questions are appropriate or helpful and are therefore unprepared for agent meetings. So here are four essential questions that should be asked during your first agency meeting.
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