How do I get signed up by creative artists agency?

Question

Hi,
Do they have a web site or something like that?
And do they represent unprofessional actors??

Answer 1

No legitimate agent will accept a client who doesn't already have membership in one of the actors' unions (Equity, SAG, or AFTRA).

So if you want to build a career, you should visit the websites for those groups and find out their membership requirements first.

Keep this in mind: if any agent offers to take you on even tho' you're not a union member and you have seemingly little knowledge of the entertainment industry--be very suspicious. If they ask you for a big fee up front, run away! If they will take you only on the condition that you spend a small fortune for a photo shoot at the studio of their exclusive photographer--run away, it's likely that the photographer is going to kick back a few hundred to the agent for sending such lucrative business.

In all of these cases, it's almost certain that your resume and headshot will sit in a file cabinet for a year--during which time you'll receive no calls from the agency and anytime you call they'll simply say that business is tough. And after that year they'll call to remind you that the next year's representation fee is due (or that your photo package is in serious need of updating).

Get the picture?

Answer 2

I don't know about this specific agency. However, I can tell you that legit agencies do not search for talent. Anyone who walks up to you on the street and says they are a talent scout is going to try and scam you. It depends on what you mean by unknown actors. If you have experience in community theater and high school, are you still unknown? In an agents opinion, this means you have experience and they could take you onto their books. But, the majority of agencies want people with training. This means that you know how to do the job you are being asked to do, rather than just extra work. Bear in mind that all actors are unknowns until they are put on tv or something. Hope that helps.

Answer 3

TR hasn't a clue how to get an agent and how they work. You do not have to me a union member to get an agent and they do not charge a representation fee, unless they are a scam.
Creative Artists Agency is one of the premire talent agencies. They are not interested in new talent unless that talent has all ready been proven marketable. Begining actors have to start with less prestigious agents and work their way up as they become more well known. But getting any reputable agent will take you years of preparation and experience, and if you are under 18 you can't do it for yourself, your parents have to do it for you.

Answer 4

You have to be a high level talent making over $100K a year on a regular basis.