Regional (Local Hire) Representation

Regional (Local Hire) Representation

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

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Regional (Local Hire) Representation
  • Intro to Regional Representation

    Being a Local Hire Actor can be very advantageous. This section will tell you why.

    1. Expectations
    2. What is a local hire?
    3. Breaking down the markets
    4. How to get a regional agent
    5. Modified local hire

  • Can I Have Several Agents?

  • What Is An Agent?

    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 role of an agent in my career?
    How does an agent work with an actor?
    Do I need an agent t...

  • 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.tv

    Is a referral a necessity to get representation?
    How do I get an agent to consider me as a new client...

  • What Is The Benefit Of Having A Regional Agent?

    With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President
    www.tsmaconsulting.com
    www.working.actor

    Having a regional agent may be in your best interest. In this video, Ben explains why.

    Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off

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  • Why Do I Need A Regional Agent, Can't I Just Audition From LA?

    With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President
    www.tsmaconsulting.com
    www.working.actor

    Ben explains the advantages of having a regional agent and how it can work in your favor.

    Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off

    SAS Resources:...

  • Will My LA Agent Be OK With Me Adding A Regional Agent In (ie. Atlanta)?

    With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President
    www.tsmaconsulting.com
    www.working.actor

    Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off

    SAS Resources: https://secretactorsociety.com/member-resources

    Watch this video on the SAS iPhone App he...

  • Should I Get A Regional Agent Even Though I Don't Live There?

    With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President
    https://tsmagrowth.com
    www.working.actor

    Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off

    SAS Resources: https://secretactorsociety.com/member-resources

    Watch this video on the SAS iPhone App her...

  • How Does Having A Regional Agent Effect Commission Splits?

    With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President
    https://tsmagrowth.com
    www.working.actor

    Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off

    SAS Resources: https://secretactorsociety.com/member-resources

    Watch this video on the SAS iPhone App her...

  • Do I Need To Fly To (ie. Atlanta) For Auditions I Get Through A Regional Agent?

    With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President
    https://tsmagrowth.com
    www.working.actor

    Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off

    SAS Resources: https://secretactorsociety.com/member-resources

    Watch this video on the SAS iPhone App her...

  • Is It Against SAG-AFTRA Rules To Lie About Where I Live (To Be A Local Hire)?

    With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President
    https://tsmagrowth.com
    www.working.actor

    Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off

    SAS Resources: https://secretactorsociety.com/member-resources

    Watch this video on the SAS iPhone App her...

  • What Is The Benefit Of Living Regionally In Places Like Atlanta Or Vancouver?

    With Ben Whitehair, CIO, TSMA | Founder, Working.Actor | SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President
    https://tsmagrowth.com
    www.working.actor

    Work with TSMA Consulting & use code 'SAS' for $10 off

    SAS Resources: https://secretactorsociety.com/member-resources

    Watch this video on the SAS iPhone App her...