International (Non-USA) Representation

International (Non-USA) Representation

Having international representation in other countries is an effective way to find work in projects filming outside the USA. Find out how it works, the benefits, the commitments you need to make, and whether having an international hire rep may be something that could work for you in your career.

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International (Non-USA) Representation
  • Intro to Non-USA Representation

    This section takes a deep dive into the pros and cons of having representations in markets you have papers for but don't necessarily live in.

  • 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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  • Can International Agents Get Me US Representation?

    with Darren Darnborough, Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com | Actor & Filmmaker
    www.WeAudition.com
    www.IMDb.me/darrendarnborough
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    Why does my international agent not want me to go to the US?
    Why isn't my agent setting me up with managers in the US?
    How can I get my agent to ...

  • How Is Commission Split Between International & US Agents & Managers?

    with Darren Darnborough, Actor & Producer | Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com
    www.WeAudition.com

    What is the commission split between US rep and my home country's agency?
    How much should I expect to pay out to US and international agents overall?
    What's the split between US and international's...

  • Is It Fair That My Home Country Agent Takes So Much Commission?

    with Darren Darnborough, Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com | Actor & Filmmaker
    www.WeAudition.com
    www.IMDb.me/darrendarnborough
    www.vimeo.com/darrend

    Why does my home country agent still take commission when I don't live there?
    Should I fire my international agent?
    How do I know if my agent is ...

  • Can I Renegotiate The Commission Split With My International Agent?

    with Darren Darnborough, Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com | Actor & Filmmaker
    www.WeAudition.com
    www.IMDb.me/darrendarnborough
    www.vimeo.com/darrend

    Can I make my international agent lower their commission?
    Can I address the commission split with my international agent?
    Can I change the commis...

  • Is There Any Point Selftaping For International Agent If I Can't Make CallBacks?

    with Darren Darnborough, Actor & Producer | Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com
    www.WeAudition.com

    Can you book a job if you are not available for the call back?
    Should I stop self taping for international jobs when I don't have money to fly for the call back?
    Can I book off self tape for intern...

  • My International Agent & My US Agent Do Not Get Along! Help!

    with Darren Darnborough, Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com | Actor & Filmmaker
    www.WeAudition.com
    www.IMDb.me/darrendarnborough
    www.vimeo.com/darrend

    Who should intervene in an argument between US rep and your international agent?
    How do I get my US rep and your international agent to communica...

  • What Is The Professional Ettiquette For Letting Go Of My International Agent?

    with Darren Darnborough, Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com | Actor & Filmmaker
    www.WeAudition.com
    www.IMDb.me/darrendarnborough
    www.vimeo.com/darrend
    How should I fire my international agent?
    Can I email fire my international agent?
    How do I respectfully stop working with my international agent?...

  • Should I Look Into Other International Markets For Acting (& Agents)?

    with Darren Darnborough, Actor & Producer | Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com
    www.WeAudition.com

    Do I need agents in every country?
    Is their any point in having an agent without work papers?
    Should I get an agent in all english speaking countries?
    I can speak french, should I get a french agen...

  • I Am Getting More Work Through My International Agent, Should I Just Go Home?

    with Darren Darnborough, Actor & Producer | Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com
    www.WeAudition.com

    I can't get work in the states should I leave?
    I'm happier in the states but get more work back home, what should I do?
    I keep booking work back home, should I leave the US?
    I don't get many auditi...