"Ask Aaron" - November 2007 Answer

Last Month's Column:

My agency has a casting for me this Thursday for one of the UK's tourist board. She has advised me of the fee minus the agency 20% commission, and there's a buyout of £1250. Could you explain to me what is a buyout? I could ask the agency, but I don't want to appear un-knowledgeable.

Next Month's Column:

I have sent out my resume and headshot out to 3 agencies and the response I get is we have put your resume and headshot on file for a period of one year. As opportunities arise we will contact you. My question is should I keep sending postcards every month so they know that I am still interested or sooner than that?

Return to Answer Archive

Tags:

Looking for agents, modeling agencies, and casting directors in the Michigan area? Visit the Agent Directory's list of agents for Michigan.

“I just wanted to let you know I really enjoyed the boot camp. It was great to get "real world" information. I think people hear about the few who are "discovered" and think it is going to be easy. We appreciate all of your tips, advice, and comments on the realities of this industry.”

Donna Clay • PA

From Judy, MI

How do I go about getting jobs? I live in Saginaw, Michigan and the closest semi large area is Detroit. Any advice?

Dear Judy:

The best thing is to find an agent to submit you for jobs. If you purchase my book from www.howtomodel.com, you will get a list of over 140 agents throughout the United States, free. Once you get your photos together you are going to send them to photographers and advertising agencies. In my book I describe how to market yourself so you can get even get work without an agent. I am sure that there are some ad agencies in your area.

Get as much information as you can. My book will save you years of trial and error and hundreds of dollars spent unnecessarily.

Stumble It! ::

Bookmark this on Delicious