Do you have a manager, agent or representative who helps you sign or close deals? Why or why not? If you do have one, how did you find them and how did you know they were the right one for you? These are some of the questions we asked some very talented folks from the community and we’ve shared their responses below.

Nik Manning

I have a fantastic agency, Moore Creative Talent out of Minneapolis, MN that advocate for me for my on-camera and print work. They are always submitting me for things that align so well with my goals and my skills/talents. We met because I submitted on a whim for an interview and my on-camera agent, Haley, had lunch with a friend who happened to mention me around the same time. I think I was top of her mind. Read more>>

John Merizalde

For most aspiring music video and commercial directors, finding representation is the number one priority. As a commercial director, having the backing of a production company or reps gives you the opportunity to actually make a living from your work. For many years I was unsigned, having to hustle on my own to try to secure whatever freelance directing work I could – an exhausting and stressful task. Once you have representation, the burden can be lightened significantly. Read more>>

Brittany Benjamin

My agent is Mark Measures of KMR Talent. The agency is tricoastal and has offices in Los Angeles, New York, and Atlanta. Mark is based out of LA, and since I am based out of Minneapolis, it was a chance encounter that led me to meet Mark on an app called Clubhouse. Mark devotes time to helping performers understand the business by content on his regular podcast, as well as time in a clubhouse room weekly. I happened to hear him speak one day and reached out to ask him if he would look at my materials. Read more>>