How Do You Find A Legitimate Modeling Or Acting Agent?
Finding a legitimate agent to represent you just involves having the knowledge and a heads-up attitude, plus doing a little research. You can easily learn how to avoid the scams and find a great agent. Go to a local theater. After the performance, ask the actors for the names of the agents who represent them. Contact a local advertising association to get the names of advertising agencies in your area. Then ask the art and creative directors which agents they use when hiring models. Call local photographers and find out which agents they use when hiring models. Phone the local SAG (Screen Actors Guild) or AFTRA (American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) office for the names of signatory agents in your area. These are agents who have signed contracts and have agreed to abide by union rules. SAG or AFTRA will give you the list of names for free. Schedule your appointment during working hours and meet the agent at his or her office. Avoid meeting with an unfamiliar agent anywhe
