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My Son Austin · 01-30-2007, 02:37 PM

Hi y'all,

I am new here and trying to get information about the industry. My son is an extremely talented actor, who just needs a shot. Any information is always welcome and apprecaited!!

Hugs,
Wendy Rae

actingfamily · 02-15-2007, 01:06 PM

Hi Wendy,

Looks like no one has replied to your query. I have 4 kids in the industry.
Basically, to get started just send some good quality snapshots of your child to the legit agents in your area. You don't need to invest in expensive photos at this point....though once an agency picks him up, you will need to pay for a professional photo shooot for headshots (and comp card if he wants to model too). No need to pay for expensive schools (like JRP) or conventions. Just submit directly to the agents and wait for their response. If interested, they will invite him in for an audition and interview at which time he may be asked to read some copy, do a monologue or might be just asked some questions to get a feel for his personality.

They are looking for not only good physical appearance, but also outgoing personality, ability to take direction well, etc. They will also be interested in making sure that "YOU" are easy to work with and not a pushy "stagemom" and that you are flexible and available to take him on auditions....sometimes with very little notice. Good luck. It's an exciting adventure!

Edited to add - I see you are in TX. You might try submitting to Austin Models and Talent if you are near that area....they post on this site often. Or maybe they could help you find a list of legit agents in your city.
Your son is a cutie!

austinmodelsandtalent · 02-16-2007, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by actingfamily

Basically, to get started just send some good quality snapshots of your child to the legit agents in your area. You don't need to invest in expensive photos at this point....though once an agency picks him up, you will need to pay for a professional photo shooot for headshots (and comp card if he wants to model too). No need to pay for expensive schools (like JRP) or conventions. Just submit directly to the agents and wait for their response. If interested, they will invite him in for an audition and interview at which time he may be asked to read some copy, do a monologue or might be just asked some questions to get a feel for his personality.

This is accurate and sound advice. First thing we do is ask if someone's been to "modeling school" of conventions that they please don't admit to it. They only need snapshots to apply, in fact we don't want to see heavily retouched images. If they sign, we'll set them up to test shoot with photographers (at no cost to them). Prior to signing, they must perform for the camera - gives us a feel for the individual. This is all pretty much standard and really is the route to go.