Why is it that most talent agencies do not consider experienced actors?
Film in particular is so technical and each take is so expensive to produce that there is simply no time to be doing on-the-job training with inexperienced talent. This is why most agencies only consider working with actors that are part of a union or have training. The dreaded Performer vs. Union vs. Agent catch-22 If you have sweated, built a few sets and pulled some nails then you are very familiar with this dreaded issue. If you are not, it basically means that agents will not consider you if you are not part of a union, but you can not register with a union unless you are in a commercial release. That is the catch-22. There is a reason why things work that way. They must. Learn about the unions. Learn about the agents, what they require from you and why. Then keep at it. If you do something everyday you will certainly make progress. Remember, you are out there. You are determined. That is all that matters OK! Now get into your car and go become a star.
