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.

Ikeyia Leblanc

I just signed with an agent 2 weeks ago. Before this I was booking all my gigs on my own. I have been extremely fortunate that I was able to accomplish so much, now that I have an agent things are getting even better. I reached out to them via email, sent my pictures and stats. They asked me to go in to the agency about a week after. I met with the owner and I just so happened to be what they were looking for at the time. They signed me immediately and booked me my first high paying job the week after. Read more>>

Grant Naquin

Currently, I am not signed to an agent. I do my own booking and views for gain and learn algorithms to gain traction! I’m very much self made, and I also learned each instrument self taught. Soon, I plan to sign with an agency but wanting to make sure I have the right fit and want the most out of the experience of doing so! Read more>>

Gaia Cornwall

I knew from the start I wanted to work with a literary agent. It really makes sense in the publishing industry where un-agented submission opportunities are so limited. But also in terms of my personality and personal strengths, I knew it would be great to have a partner who could advocate for me. Read more>>