Commercial Representation
How to find, sign, and get the best out of your commercial agent.
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Intro to Commercial Representation
How to find the right commercial representation for you:
1. Entry level
2. The role of the commercial agent
3. How to get commercial repCheck out this list of commercial agents in L.A. https://secretactorsociety.com/commercial-agents-in-la
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How Can I Get A Commercial Agent?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comWhat is the process of getting a commercial agent?
What is personalized outreach?
How can I get a commercial agent?
Why can't I get a commercial agent?
What are some steps to getting a commer... -
How Do I Brand Myself To Get A Commercial Agent Compared To A Theatrical Agent?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comHow should I brand myself differently to get a commercial agent compared to a theatrical agent?
Do I need different branding tools for theatrical agents versus commercial agents?
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Do I Need A Referral To Reach Out To An Agent Or Manager?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvIs a referral a necessity to get representation?
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THE JOURNEY - Course 4 | Sign With an Agent & Manager You Love
A great agent and manager use their connections and fight to create opportunities for us. This course guides you step by step through the proven ways to find and sign with reps who have the experience and network to get you work.
*We recommend completing Level 2 prior to taking this level.
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Is Being Non-Union A Drawback For My Commercial Agent?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comDo commercial agents want SAG or non-union actors?
Are non-union actors wanted by commercial agents?
Do commercial agents want non-union actors?
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Am I Obligated To Be Represented With My Theatrical Agent's Commercial Division?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comIf I'm with a theatrical agent that have a commercial division. Am I obligated to be with them commercially?
Is my commercial agent obligated to represent me theatrically?
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What Does Being SAG-AFTRA Do To My Value For A Commercial Agent?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comIs being SAG-AFTRA a good thing for commercial agents?
Do commercial agents want SAG actors?
Are SAG actors wanted by commercial representation?
Is being SAG more desirable to commercial agen... -
Should I Have A Commercial Agent If I Am A Well Known Actor?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comAre commercial agents needed for well known actors?
Why do I need a commercial agent?
Is there value in having a commercial agent?
Why a commercial agent if I am well known?
Can I get commerc... -
Why Does My Commercial Agent Want To Take 20%?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhat is the usual commission fee a commercial agent takes from an actor's pay?
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How Much Commission Should A Commercial Agent Take?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comDoes my commercial agent take ten percent?
Should my commercial agent take ten percent?
Why does my commercial agent want to take 15%
Why does my commercial agent want 20% of my earnings?
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Should Theatrical Agents & Managers Take Commission From My Commercial Work?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.comDoes my manager get commission from my commercial jobs?
Does my theatrical agent get commission from my commercial work?
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Does My Commercial Agent Get A Commission On Commercials I Book Back Home?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comDo I pay my LA commercial agent commission of my ads from back home?
Can I have multiple commercial agents across different markets?
How do I split commission across multiple commercial agenc... -
How Long Is The Contract I Need To Sign For A Commercial Agent?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comWhat is the minimum for contract lengths with commercial agents?
What is the maximum for contract lengths with commercial agents?
Do I sign a contract with a commercial agent?
Are contracts b... -
Do I Need A Reel For My Commercial Agent To Market Me?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comShould I edit together a commercial reel?
Why would I not want a commercial reel?
What is the danger of non-union commercials?
What is a commercial conflict?
What is in perpetuity?
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How Can I Get My Agent To Put Me Up For More Comedic Commercials?
With Shaan Sharma, Storytellers Conservatory, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comWho tends to get seen for comedy castings in the commercial work?
What training attracts a commercial casting director?
How can I convince my agent I'm funny for co... -
Who Do I Contact At My Commercial Agent About Booking Out?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comHow do I book out with commercial agent?
Who do I book out with at my commercial agency?
How does booking out work?
How can I book out?
Can you tell me how to book out commercially?
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How Often Should I Check In With My Commercial Agent?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comDoes squeaky wheel get the grease with the commercial agent?
Should I email my commercial agent regularly?
Should I ask my commercial agent to a drink?
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My Commercial Casting Went Really Badly - Should I Tell My Agent?
With Shaan Sharma, Storytellers Conservatory, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comI bombed, do I tell my commercial agent?
I'm worried a damages a relationship with a casting director, do I tell my agent?
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If I Find An Ad I Would Like To Be Submitted For, Who Do I Contact At My Agency?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comIf I have found a project I would like to be submitted for, who do I contact at my commercial agency?
Can I ask my agent to submit me?
Can I ask my commercial agent to submit me?
Will my comm... -
Who Do I Contact At My Commercial Agency About My Pay?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comDo I call the booking agent about pay?
Do I call the agents about my pay?
Are their accountants on staff at commercial agents for me to talk to about pay?
Who do I talk to about pay at my age... -
My Commercial Didn't Air, What Does That Mean In Terms Of Payment?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comHow does not my ad not playing effect my pay?
Do I still get paid for the shoot if my ad doesn't air?
Can I get residuals when an ad doesn't air?
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Can I Get An Advance On A Job I Have Booked Through My Commercial Agent?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comIf I know money is coming from a commercial, can I get an advance from my agent?
While I'm waiting to get paid, can I ask for an advance from my agent?
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How Do I Standout On My Commercial Agents Roster When They Have So Many Clients?
with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comHow can I stand out on my commercial agents roster?
Is my commercially agent's roster too big?
Should I regularly check in with commercial agent?
How can I be noticed by my commercial rep?
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