Managers

Managers

All things regarding theatrical agents and managers. How to get one, how to keep one, and how to let one go.

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Managers
  • Intro to Managers

    An Introduction to what a Manager does.

  • What Is A 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.tv

    What does a manager do?
    How involved is a manager?
    Do managers get me auditions?
    How involved are man...

  • How Much Commission Should I Pay My 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.tv

    When does a manager charge 15 per cent commission?
    Why would a manager only charge 10% when they can ...

  • My Manager Is Asking For 15%, Is That Too Much?

    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.tv

    What is the rate of commission that managers in LA take?
    Why is this manager asking for 5% more than ...

  • Does A Manager Get Paid 10% Or 15%?

    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.tv

    Why is my manager taking 15%?
    Some managers are asking for 10% but mine wants 15%. Help!
    Can I renego...

  • Is It Weird If A Manager Wants 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.tv

    Is 20% too high for manager commission?
    Why would a manager have a higher commission rate then 10%?
    ...

  • What Is The Difference Between An Agent & A 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.tv

    Can an agent manage my career?
    What is the traditional role of a manager?
    Why does my manager act mor...

  • I Want A New Manager, Can I Stay With My Current Manager While I Actively Look?

    with Chris Roe, Manager | Director | Producer
    https://teatimeproductions.net

    I want a new manager, can I stay with my current manager while I actively look?
    I want to move to a new manager, can I stay with my current one while I actively look?
    Can I stay with my current manager while I actively ...

  • I Am Going To Leave My Manager, Should I Tell My Agent?

    with Chris Roe, Manager | Director | Producer
    https://teatimeproductions.net

    If I want to leave my manager, should I tell my agent?
    I want to fire my manager, do I tell my agent?
    I am firing my manager, should I tell my agent?
    I want to move on from my manager, do I need to consult my agent?
    Why...

  • I Am Going To Leave My Agent, Should I Tell My Manager?

    with Chris Roe, Manager | Director | Producer
    https://teatimeproductions.net

    I am firing my agent, should I tell my manager?
    I want to move on from my agent, do I need to consult my manager?
    Why do I need to consult my manager when I leave my agent?
    Why should I have to talk to my manager when l...

  • I Think My Manager Is Attracted To Me, Is This A Problem?

    with Chris Roe, Manager | Director | Producer
    https://teatimeproductions.net

    Is my manager attracted to me?
    Is my manager being attracted to me a problem?
    Should I be worried if my manager is attracted to me?
    Is it a benefit if my manager is attracted to me?
    Are there any downsides to my manager...

  • My Manager's Assistant Is Leaving To Be A Manager. Should I Join Them?

    with Chris Roe, Manager | Director | Producer
    https://teatimeproductions.net

    Is it smart to go with my manager's assistant to another company?
    Should I go with my manager's assistant to another company?
    I want to follow my manager's assistant to another company - help!
    My manager's assistant is ...

  • My Manager & Agent Don't Get Along! Help!

    with Chris Roe, Manager | Director | Producer
    https://teatimeproductions.net

    My agent and manager don't get along! Help!
    What do I do about the arguments between my agent and manager?
    How do I manage a volatile relationship between my agent and manager?
    My representatives don't like each other, ...

  • My Agent Is Telling Me To Fire My Manager! Help!

    with Chris Roe, Manager | Director | Producer
    https://teatimeproductions.net

    My manager is telling me to fire my agent! Help!
    How do I settle disputes between agent and manager?
    If there is animosity, who do I leave: my agent or manager?
    If there is a falling out, who do I choose: my agent or ma...

  • What Should My Manager Do For Me?

    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.tv

    What tasks or things can I expect my manager to do for me and which ones do they not do?
    What can I ...

  • I Am Interning At A Manager / Agents Office, Should I Tell Them I'm An Actor?

    with Chris Roe, Manager | Director | Producer
    https://teatimeproductions.net

    When I intern at a manager or agents office, should I tell them I'm an actor?
    If I intern at a manager or agents office, should I tell them I'm an actor?
    When I intern at an agents office, should I tell them I'm an acto...

  • Do I Need A 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.tv

    I'm just starting out, you sure I need a manager?
    I have an agent, do I need a manager too?
    What can ...