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.

Madison Eckstein

I signed with my modeling agency in December 2022. It was so crazy! I saw on instagram that they were having an open call with no requirements (such as height), and I knew that I had to be there and I had to try. My whole goal of 2022 was to get signed by an agency. Read more>>

Kat Brower

When people are making conversation with me for the first time and find out I am an actor, their first question is usually, “What would I know you from?” Unless that person happens to be another actor, in which case they eventually ask, “Who reps you?” Most performers follow their instincts to find what method of study appeals most to them, what story they are dying to tell, or how they should brand themselves, but I’ve found that actors are often mystified by the process of finding the right agent and signing with them. Read more>>

Rayy Stackz

I recently was offered the opportunity to open up for artist Webbie with “Badd Azz Savage Life Ent” in Owensboro, Kentucky through promoters Fam Mob & TNT Ent. One of Webbie’s A&R scouts named Hope Anjere actually scouted me, and presented me with an opportunity to be a member of Bad Azz Savage Life Ent and also I was offered a chance to present my music at a private listening session after the show. Read more>>

It’s JAWN

This has to be the most asked question and honestly, the journey to get signed by agent is different for everyone. I know that before I had a agent I was my own agent, negotiating rates, booking & just overall doing all the things that a agent does. But when I started to work with Calvin Klein with no agency, I had leverage to get an agency. and that’s when I discovered that I can get higher rates and better rates when I’m not the talent negotiating for myself. Read more>>