ASK AARON - May 2002 Answer
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From Laura, AZ
I am a local actor with a talent agent. I am interested in submitting commercial print snap shots to agencies in LA & NY in hopes to get more exposure. What should my cover letter say? I want it to be short, sweet and to the point. Any suggestions?
Dear Laura:
Not to sound negative, but it would be really tough for an agent in NY to work with you while living in Arizona. Agents want you to live near them. How many times would you realistically attend a go-see in New York. There are not too many times that a client would fly you in for a job without being able to see you first. I am not saying it never happens, but it would be pretty tough.
Los Angeles is more reasonable, if you can get to go-sees on short notice.
For your cover letter, I would tell the agent that you are a “fresh face” in the area, and would be great for (then list a few categories that are strong for you.) Then let the agent know that you will call him or her next (pick a day) to make sure the package arrived.
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