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.

Ross K. Foad

I’m currently represented by Inclusive Talent, an agency specializing in disabled actors, particularly those who are neurodiverse. The connection began a few years ago when my Mother, an actress, encountered one of the agents on the set of ‘Heart of Hope’. During their conversation, she mentioned me, and the agent asked if I would submit my reel and CV, as they were a new agency seeking clients at the time. At the time, I was signed with a different agent who, despite being well-established, was not very effective. I was lucky if I got two submissions from them in a year, and I’m not even referring to auditions, just the opportunity to be considered for one! Communication was also odd, as they insisted that all contact be made through the website’s contact form rather than direct emails or phone calls, though they would rarely respond to either.  Read more>>