how do i get an agent to reprsent me in my acting career?

Answer 1

Tip #1: Build as much of a CV (resume) as you can. If you don't have any experience, at first, take a couple of non-paying or low-paying roles just for the experience.
Tip #2: REGULARLY audition for everything that might help build credentials. It's usually easier to break into commercials than it is into a small TV or movie role.
Tip #3: Spend some time and money at actors' studios like KD in Dallas.
Tip #4: Learn to get loose, be flexible, and try not to be weird or high-maintenance. It sometimes helps to network with other actors at improv workshops and acting classes, etc., even if you really don't need them.

NOW, I am supposing you've done all that, and all you need is an agent. Try to have a specific idea of what you want the agent to do for you, and research agents who are looking for that, or check out agents and make an informational call or two to ask them what they are looking for, if anything. DO NOT just send your resume, head shots, etc., without being asked. It'll cost you money and will just go in the garbage.

Ask yourself, if I were an agent who didn't have a lot of time to spend on small potatoes, what would catch my attention? Generally, be a human being, ask simple questions, and get right to the point when you talk to a prospective agent.

These guys are basically recruiters, and they know what they're looking (and not looking) for. They know they'll starve on most of the actors they come by, but that a few good ones can make them a good bit of money. So focus on what will make you part of that small number.

Hint -- it has nothing to do with your acting and everything to do with your sales and marketing skills.

Whatever you do, make sure that when you get a chance to talk to an agent, that you communicate quickly and effectively what you want them to hear. Don't be passive. Don't wait for them to ask questions. And above all, ask questions and listen to the answers they give, then if you can offer them something they are looking for, let them know -- then follow up. Have your head shots ready, your video clips ready, your resume ready. If you say you'll get a packet to them soon, FedEx it, then follow up with a phone call saying that they had asked for a packet and you were following up to see if they needed anything else, and WHEN WILL BE A GOOD TIME TO CALL BACK.

Always schedule a "next time". If it's clear you're being a pest, ask them politely who they would refer you to instead, and get that person's contact information, and contact them, saying you were referred by so-and-so (the first agent), who said that the 2nd agent was an expert whatever and would know what to recommend.

Don't ask for a deal at first -- ask for advice, referral, etc., and just stay in the game. And play the numbers -- don't lay all your eggs in one agent's basket!

Good luck!

Answer 2

An agent, or agent assistant, must see your work and think they can make money with you as a client. Some agents interview actors that graduated from certain colleges, or, were referred by a client or friend. If you get an appointment with an agent, make sure you have a headshot that "looks like you."

If it doesn't look like you, dont apologize for the photo, because you will have already dug a hole for yourself. Agents want professionalism! If you are asked to perform a monologue, hire an acting coach to help you with it.

Make sure you have a STRONG resume with a lot of lead roles.
I have seen more bad acting than I can stand. However, the BRILLIANT auditions, are still vivid in my mind. Unfortunately, there are few of them.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

Walk into his/her office and put your 20% on the table

Answer 5

Have Aaron Spelling adopt you.