We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Edith Simone Morales Sen. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Edith Simone below.

Alright, Edith Simone thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Can you talk to us about how you’ve thought about whether to sign with an agent or manager?

I often come across people who do not know how to sign with an Agent/Agency. The answer seems pretty simple but I want to share some steps that helped me.

First step for me would be researching all the agencies (from boutique to the big ones) that exist in the field you want to be represented in (modelling/dancing/commercial/acting etc.)

Then filter which ones you feel aligned to and look at their roster, check if they already represent people like you or not. Ask yourself do you like their aesthetic and most importantly do you like their clientele and the jobs they get?

If they tick your boxes see if you tick theirs. What do they want from you? Do you need experience, a resume, a show reel etc. Check in with yourself and the things you have or do not have and then just work on them step by step until you have all your things sorted. If you don’t have everything they ask for it doesn’t hurt to just try and submit but it has to look professional and put together regardless.

When submitting try to be personal but keep it professional some agencies appreciate if you tell them why you want to join them and you could also mention why YOU would make a great addition to their team. Be honest with what you have to offer but also present yourself in the best way possible (this is not the time to be shy). Double check if you have got everything in order and then send it off.

A lot of agencies get flooded with submissions so try to not take it personal if they do not get back to you. Sometimes it just takes 2-3 weeks or longer but often it is written on the website. If you feel like you’ve waited long enough you could get back to them with a kind follow up email asking if they have received your material or if there is anything else you could provide them with. Still no answer? Don’t be frustrated, reevaluate your material and try again in a couple of months with new/improved work of yours.

If you are signed: Congratulations!
Don’t go head over heals just yet. First look at the contract (double check if its an exclusive agreement or not) and discuss anything you do not understand or are not comfortable with and let them change it in writing!
Once you are signed you might or you might not book right away but even if you do you are still responsible for yourself so I would recommend to keep looking at different casting websites and submitting yourself individually.
Reach out to your agents once in a while build a connection because at the end of the day you are a team!

Take what resonates with you! I hope it helps.

Edith Simone , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

My name is Edith Simone Morales Sen I am a twenty four year old professional dancer and choreographer with cuban roots, born and raised in Vienna Austria living in Los Angeles. I have an extensive training background in Ballet and Jazz as well as Hip-hop, Commercial, Heels, Contemporary, and Afro which I have added to my repertoire over the years. You may have seen me in commercials for brands such as: Google, Target, Samsung, on-stage performing with artists like: Dua Lipa, Jason Derulo, Nicki Minaj, Kid Cudi and many more. Also, I am currently on Tour with one of the biggest German artists named ”Cro” and I can not wait to share other exciting projects with you that are lined up soon.

Through out the years of working and training under the best in the Industry (Jaquel Knight, Galen Hooks, Brian & Scott and many more) I am really proud and happy to be passing on the knowledge that I have gained to help dancers grow into the best versions of themselves. Hence why I created my very own training program called ”Growth” (Instagram @growthintensive) where I guide intermediate & advanced dancers to achieve their goals with the tools that have helped me shape my career. This intensive is more than steps you will learn the ins & outs of the industry, will be getting an ”On the Job” feeling, tips and tricks for auditions and of course we will be working on performances and more.

What sets me apart from others is not only my heartfelt and joyous self, but most importantly, my humble and authentic being; which translates in the form of energy & presence through my movement and art.
As a teacher I am pushing you out of your comfort zone because that is where you grow and I will make you see and feel your potential and together we will catapult your talent and goals to new heights. In my opinion everything is achievable as long as you work smart not hard, believe in yourself when no one else is and your heart is filled with passion.

In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?

I think nowadays support looks different than maybe 10 years ago but I think there are some simple steps that help support artists.

1. Word of mouth: I think up until this day this is one of the most effective ways to support artists. If you are happy with a service or enjoyed working with them, let people now, tell your peers, leave a review. I think that is how us artists thrive in this business through the trust of others that lead to more solid connections.
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2. Supporting Small Businesses/Individuals: Trying to reduce the consumption of fast fashion & big corporations and buy from local/smaller artists in the meantime. Often times there are events/pop ups and several food festivals where you can go and buy from Individuals and family owned businesses. (for example: Instagram: @artistsandfleas @blackmarketflea @veganstreetfair)

3. Social Media: Subscribe to their channels, share with friends and family, keep track on what’s next.

4. If you are interested in expanding your own business you could also start to invest into startups that you personally like and you will be supporting each other.

Do you think there is something that non-creatives might struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can shed some light?

Probably what some people won’t understand is that:

As a creative (and I can only speak for myself) I chose this path for my heart not for the salary not for the fame but for the happiness of my soul. I choose happiness over money and I’ll choose uncertainty over a nine to five job always!
And maybe the hard part for some people to understand is ”why would somebody try this career and invest so much without the possibility of making it?”. I think that is the mentality of a lot of people that have a dream but are too scared to ”fail” (whatever this word means in the first place). I believe you can only fail yourself if you prevent yourself from exiting your comfort zone and not trying to pursue your heartfelt desire because you are scared.

WITH THAT BEING SAID: If there is anything you always wanted to do/pursue but people/friends/yourself keep telling you not to do it mute those voice and just try. Try whatever it is you want to do and see what happens. You definitely don’t have to make it your full time job just yet but take it step by step and just explore the possibilities that. are in store for you!

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edith_simone/?hl=de
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@edithsimonemoralessen8451/videos

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Alissa Roseborough, wes Klain