I got a call from some guy from industry models and talent studios and i thought it was to real. They really called me and want to meet me. Is this a true industry or just another scam?
2007-04-17 12:27:58 · 5 answers · asked by Bass 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
Ask if they are a SAG agency. If they aren't, be careful (unless you live in a non-union state like AZ)
Ask if they have any fees. If you have to pay for representation, then they are not legit.
Ask for references and what types of ads they book.
Ask if they have any companies that regularly work with them.
2007-04-17 12:37:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is AFTRA and WHAT is SAG:
http://www.stagesource.org/download/8_advice_article_for_aftra_sag.pdf
A legitimate Talent Agent is entitled to a 10% commission of the salary you make when you book a job.
A legitimate Talent Agent is registered with Department of Labor for the State where you live. Contact (by phone or online) The Department of Labor and ask if the Talent Agent is legitimate and able to work as a Talent Agent in your city.
Typically anything involved with modeling is a scam, unless you are in NYC.
Also, go to bbb.org and see if the agency you are inquiring about has any negative feedback.
For now, stay away from them until you research them.
If you ask if they are a SAG agency and they say "yes," call SAG (Screen Actors Guild) and ask if the Agency IS a SAG Agency.
2007-04-17 14:28:31 · answer #2 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
by calling or going up there are research the internet for more jobs.
2007-04-17 12:32:20 · answer #3 · answered by shay-shay 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
becarfull even legal ones just want to take as much of your money as they can
2007-04-17 12:33:32 · answer #4 · answered by Jesus Cesena 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First you ask what their agency is called, then you go onto google and you type their name. It should have their rules and regulations. : )Your welcome
2007-04-17 12:35:07 · answer #5 · answered by sxy_mxican01 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋