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This I would say is the most crucial aspect of an agents job. Aiding in your clients decision making process when it comes to choosing projects is essential to your clients success. Here is where things might get a little difficult in most cases, clients can sometimes fall in love with projects that are just…notContinue reading “This or that…how to choose a good project”

When it comes to the entertainment business, it’s all about “who you know”. The fact that someone has studied at a prestigious acting school or conservatory means absolutely nothing!…as bad as that may seem, this business runs on how well connected your inevitably are. I mean, of course talent is extremely important, but sometimes thatContinue reading “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know”

So, as an agent; our job is to represent our talent or roster pool to the best of our ability. But…what about when our talent doesn’t represent us to the best of their ability? Well…it’s time to roll up our sleeves and make some tough decisions, but decisions that will save our agencies reputation inContinue reading “When to fire your talent”

The entertainment industry is not for the faint of heart, especially when it comes to the film and television industry. It is so easy to go from rising star to barely being able to get an audition. There are moments in which a certain look is highly sought after, for example, in the 90’s andContinue reading “Flavour of the month”

Making it in this business is all about the powerhouse roster you intend to build. As simple as that may sound, you’re definitely not going to be the only agent in Toronto, neither the only agent with their eyes on this promising client either. So, how do we go about ensuring that this diamond inContinue reading “Wining and dining will get them signing”

This part is where the ties get loose and the gloves come on. There will be times when an agent needs to prove their client’s capabilities to a production company or studio. The agent must be prepared to go to any length to get their client that gig, because at the end of the day;Continue reading “How and when to fight for your clients”

I guess you could say the main aspect that makes an agent highly successful is the ability to not only cultivate talent; but to find talent as well. Being able to find that “one in a million” is a highly sought-after skill in this industry. Being able to find “the one” is harder than itContinue reading “How to find the one in a million”

The life of a talent agent isn’t as glamorous as it’s made out to be; it’s hectic, it’s fast, it’s very cut throat, but it is all in all, fun. A talent agents’ job is to represent actors and actresses on their roster and make sure they’re going to as many auditions as possible inContinue reading “What a talent agent really does”