Meeting With A Talent Agent

Agents and managers visit our website ( http://www.StarSearchCasting.com/index.php ) daily looking for new talent to sign to their agencies. Thousands of our members have been signed to reputable agencies throughout the United States thanks to the exposure they’ve gotten on our website.

Often when members on our site are contacted by agents to come in for an appointment, one of the first questions they have is, “What should I expect?” So I wanted to take the time to outline a few things you should know so that you can make the most of your meeting.

When an agent contacts you for a meeting, they may tell you to come prepared with audition material. Others may expect you to have something prepared. And some will rely simply on your personality to decide if they want to work with you. So just in case, make sure you have something ready that showcases your strengths. Additionally, come in prepared to win them over with your sparkling personality. Be friendly, polite and engaging. This is an opportunity for the agent to get to know you – but you also want to get to know the agent as well. If you sign with the agency, you’ll be working with this person for awhile and you want to make sure it’s a good fit.

Also be prepared to discuss your career goals and what opportunities you think you’re best suited for. Be sure to communicate that you’re hardworking and ambitious. An agent can submit you to casting directors, but it’s up to you to book the job. An agent wants to know that they can count on you to always give it your best shot whenever they send you on an audition.

At larger agencies, you may have a series of meetings. You may come in initially to meet with one agent, and then if they think you’d be a good fit for the agency, then they will call you in for a second meeting (and sometimes a third) to meet with other agents at the company. Make sure you’re consistent when you arrive for each meeting. Some members of the staff at the agency may be friendlier than others. Don’t let that have any bearing on you putting your best foot forward.

Congratulations! Of all of the pictures that the agency receives each day, they’ve picked you! You should be thrilled! Go to your meeting with lots of energy and optimism. This could be your big shot and you’ve most certainly earned it!

The Entertainment Industry Goes Electronic

Everyday new developments in technology make everyday tasks simpler than we could ever imagine. Additionally, these develops are completely transforming the way most industries do business – including the entertainment industry. For example, for year’s scripts, headshots and other important materials have been mailed, couriered or faxed. But these days many agencies are turning to the internet in order to make their jobs easier and less costly. While many agencies still accept submissions by mail, did you know that many only accept online submissions?

Agents and casting directors use the internet on a daily basis. That’s one of the reasons that we created Star Search Casting. In addition to helping people land opportunities in the entertainment industry, we wanted to make it easier for casting directors and agents to locate new talent. Instead of opening and sifting through hundreds of envelopes & reviewing mailed submissions, we’ve made it easy for industry professionals to review photos of fresh faces and new talent online with our user-friendly website.

One of the major benefits to singers, actors, dancers and models that use Star Search Casting is that they can create an entire digital portfolio as opposed to just mailing or emailing a simple headshot to an agency or casting director. Star Search Casting allows users to upload up to 100 pictures as well as audio and video files which can be really beneficial when a casting director is trying to find the perfect person for the job. This is just one of many ways the internet is transforming the way business is done in the entertainment industry.

If you haven't jumped on the bandwagon and created your Star Search Casting profile yet, today's a great day. Take advantage of this industry trend and showcase your talent online today!