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How to become a Model

Are you dreaming of Heidi Klum?, or Gisele Bundchen, or better still Adriana Lima? Well, if you are aiming to be like them or even the male super models, it is a tough road ahead for you dudes. But where there is a will, there is a way! If you have it, flaunt it, polish it and rule the world! Becoming a model might appear to be very glamorous, but a lot of sweat and blood of individuals goes behind it. If you also have something like that in your mind, perhaps you would want to know how to become a model, right?

Becoming A Model – Modus Operandi

I Think Therefore I Am
Do you think, no, are you sure that you have it in you to be a model? Are you 36-24-36, to be very very cliched? (guys, please find out what are the vital stats for you!). Do you like to travel and be in shape? Then you are, for sure, cut out for this. Analyze if you have something which others might not have – great hair, eyes, jaw line, high cheek bones or anything unique, which can be your unique selling proposition. If all these answers are affirmative, go ahead.

What is My Type?
Decide what kind of a model do you want to be. Is it fashion, commercial, showroom or any other. After you have decided that, zero in on a look, but you should be able to pull off all kinds of looks. There are many options you can choose from as per your interest and where you you think you fit the bill the best. You need to be clear about this factor which is fundamental in cases where you want to know how to become a child model or even how to become a model at 13.

Bold and Beautiful
Well, you are gorgeous, amazingly pretty, but honey, there could be someone one prettier out there. So build up on your looks. Work on your looks even more than before. Remember you have Claudia Schiffer or Adriana Lima as your ideals? Thus, you have to be absolutely stunning. Indulge in regular workouts and in general, have a healthy lifestyle and be well groomed. Diet is another extremely important thing along with workouts. Skin, hair, teeth and so on needs to be well kept and drink a lot of water, with sufficient rest. This factor is very crucial be it how to become a fitness model or how to become a fashion model.

Moving On
If you have decided to be a fashion model, you would need to practice your moves. Perhaps you should join an acting, dancing and diction class to get the total effect and finesse in your personality. Fashion training is also what you may have to go for when you want to know how to become a model or even how to become a male model for that matter. Being comfortable in front of camera and communicating proper body language are skills which have to be acquired.

Gateway to the World of Fashionistas
Now is the time for getting your portfolio done and get a composite card. A trained and professional fashion photographer is what you are looking for at this point. Use the best photographs in your portfolio and it is advisable not to get your entire portfolio done by a single photographer. Updating your pictures and having lots of variety in them is further helpful. Portfolio is your detailed profile, mean while you should also have a composite cards which will be a quick reference to your vital stats – from age to weight to skin color to height accompanied by four shots of you with your name and contact information.

Men in Black
Finally get yourself an agent. That agent will get you work, after negotiations and talks with the concerned people. If you want to be noticed by a fashion modeling agency, you can either mail them your comp card, walk in after making an appointment with the agency or go in when there are interviews. Do a check on the agency before signing any contract or giving a commitment.

Ultimately, there is nothing such as how to become a model for free, unless you do not have to take any training or grooming lessons. And one of the most important tips on how to become a model is to get in touch and speak to the people who are actually there, those who are reputed and credible.

That’s it! You are all ready to set the ramp on fire! Go for it!

* Article Found at Buzzle.Com
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The Diamond Agency has over 15 years of experience in maintaining a sterling reputation for upholding the largest roster of talent, understanding the needs of our clients, delivering excellent service, and competitively pricing each project. With over 2,000 talent from all ethnicity’s and genders the Diamond Agency is your One-stop talent resource. We specialize in models for print, catalogs, promo models, and runway. Actors, spokes models, as well as hosts for trade shows and conventions. Select from a wide variety of Voice -over talent for any size project. We recognize the value of our client’s time and budgets, and facilitate your needs as well as exceeding your expectations. The Diamond Agency is your full-service talent agency. We look forward to an opportunity to earn your business!

Tips on Runway Modeling

Here is a great article on Runway Modeling from bleeek.com.

There are many different types of models, but many of the top and most popular models today made their mark on the runway. Most supermodels like Gisele Bundchen, Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Petra Nemcova and many others have in one way or another graced the runways of Milan, New York, Madrid, Paris and other major cities during fashion shows. The runway, so to speak, is where their careers actually took off, modeling creations by some of the world’s most famous fashion designers. READ MORE…

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The Diamond Agency has over 15 years of experience in maintaining a sterling reputation for upholding the largest roster of talent, understanding the needs of our clients, delivering excellent service, and competitively pricing each project. With over 2,000 talent from all ethnicity’s and genders the Diamond Agency is your One-stop talent resource. We specialize in models for print, catalogs, promo models, and runway. Actors, spokes models, as well as hosts for trade shows and conventions. Select from a wide variety of Voice -over talent for any size project. We recognize the value of our client’s time and budgets, and facilitate your needs as well as exceeding your expectations. The Diamond Agency is your full-service talent agency. We look forward to an opportunity to earn your business!

Article Posted on our Talent, Mack

Congratulations, Mack!

Dream Gig?
By WHIT WATSON
Posted: September 15, 2010

Matt Kuchar and Will MacKenzie have tried to convince Mack Dalton to switch golf balls. Dustin Johnson and Rory Sabbatini have personally handed Dalton new clubs to try. Many of the recreational players who make tee times each week at GolfNow.com have done so at Dalton’s suggestion, and there’s no question that some of those players have purchased new equipment based on Dalton’s feedback.

You may not recognize the name, but if you watch a lot of golf on television, you probably know the face.

Mack Dalton is a 25-year-old actor who has found consistent work in advertisements for major golf manufacturers and retailers. He’s the kid you see in the Dick’s Sporting Goods ad, warping from the golf department into the parking lot (with Johnson) and then onto a freeway billboard (with Sabbatini). He appeared alongside Kuchar and MacKenzie in those Bridgestone Challenge commercials, admitting that he gained yardage over his previous golf ball. Dalton was also the ‘hack\’ who couldn\’t get out of the bunker in a GolfNow.com ad, and was once tapped as a tester for the Golf Digest Hot List. READ MORE….

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The Diamond Agency has over 15 years of experience in maintaining a sterling reputation for upholding the largest roster of talent, understanding the needs of our clients, delivering excellent service, and competitively pricing each project. With over 2,000 talent from all ethnicity’s and genders the Diamond Agency is your One-stop talent resource. We specialize in models for print, catalogs, promo models, and runway. Actors, spokes models, as well as hosts for trade shows and conventions. Select from a wide variety of Voice -over talent for any size project. We recognize the value of our client’s time and budgets, and facilitate your needs as well as exceeding your expectations. The Diamond Agency is your full-service talent agency. We look forward to an opportunity to earn your business!

How to Find a Talent Agent

By NewOrleansGirl, eHow Member

An excerpt from an article on eHow.

Finding a talent agent can an exhausting task for the industry new comer. There are many scams and fly-by-night “agents” out there; one may wonder how to tell the real from the scam artists.

Remember, just as they will interview YOU, you have the right to interview THEM. Check out different agencies and get a feel for the industry.

Before you start, remember:

Fees: A Legit agency will NEVER charge fees for a consultation or to register. The agent will make a commission (10-20%) by booking you (getting you jobs).

Classes: Agencies may offer classes, but legit agencies will never REQUIRE classes. Again, you should never have to pay ANY fees (this includes class fees) to join an agency and get bookings.

Headshots: All adults need a current headshot (Sorry, the one you took in high school, 22 years ago, doesn’t count). Your headshot should not be “glam,” it should be a natural photo of the real you. Agencies have different requirements, some require black and white, others want colored photos, some have no preference. An agency may ENDORSE a photographer (many agents work with a photographer so much, that their talent benefit with discounts), but legit agencies do not REQUIRE the use of a specific photographer. You do not need a comp card (also known as a ZED card) unless you are pursuing modeling.

Children do NOT need headshots, especially when they first start out. They change so quickly, agents usually request you update photos every three to six months (until they’re in their mid-to-late teens). Shoot a roll or two of your child- show her playing in the backyard, or on the porch: shoot close ups, full lengths, smiling, serious, dressy, casual, etc.

To find local agencies, look online and in the phone book. Most agencies will NOT accept walk ins (even if it’s just to drop off a headshot).

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Actor’s Guide to: SELF TAPING (…the right way)

In the entertainment industry of TODAY, its become quickly obvious that actors are no longer just going to the ever so typical “in-person casting session”. Especially, when it comes to film and television projects. Casting directors are expanding their reach to find just the perfect talents for each individual project by allowing for video taped submissions per. role, or what we call “actor’s on-tapes”.

The downside for actors in regard to this change is that the pot has become even more full. A co-star role for “Bob Smith” on an episode of “XYZ” series sitcom casting in Atlanta, Georgia may, in the past, have only seen 35 seasoned actors who would have auditioned in-person. Today, thanks to on-tapes, the role will see those same 35 at the director’s  initial  casting session, plus upwards of 100 who may electronically submit.

With so many submissions to view, the casting directors have no time to waste, and MUST find a way to  funnel  through and get only the best for top consideration by studio executives. This makes it essential,  absolutely  TOP PRIORITY that the actor make his/her taping  extremely  quality. Agents on the  receiving  line of the tapings will not send through poor quality product to the casting directors. If less than perfect does happens to slip through, be assured that there the taping will find its death bed. Actors can be certain that the casting department will, like a strainer, let drip through any tapings that would not represent well.

If you are a serious film actor and you really want your tapings to be recognized, you need to get serious about your set-up. Just like your headshots/comps cards/ portfolio/ acting training, this is going to be an investment. However, it is not something that needs to be a major expense.  Take a look at some of the suggestions below:

Video Camera

Any trusty, small in size camera should work well for what we are trying to do. Some think that they need to run out and drop $500 – $1000 on an HD device. Instead, think about something like the Flip Ultra HD Camcorder. You can find these gems for as low as $150.

The FLIP is a fantastic tool which not only takes very quality HD video, but is packed with a powerful microphone providing sound quality that is on spot for audition taping requirements. The device also allows for instant playback so you can review your audition seconds after you finish the take. Uploading, as well, could not have been made more simple. The actor simply clicks a button and out comes a USB connector to plug-in to your computer.

Tripod

It is crucial that your video is not shaky. Never have the camera held by hand, as that is an instant stamp of “AMATEUR”. Pick up an inexpensive tripod for around $20-$30.

Blue or Green Sheet or Paint

Professional castings for film/TV or commercial are typically done on a blue or green background. You can create this same great backdrop at your home or in your office in the blink of an eye. The best way to do so is to either run out to a discount store such as ROSS, or Home Goods, and pick up a single flat bed sheet (size depends on how big your wall is, but remember it doesn’t need to cover a huge space since your taping frame won’t be too expansive), or run to somewhere like Home Depot and pick up a can of  blue or bright green paint (enough to cover a single wall — you’ll probably need a double coat). Either way, this should cost more than $20.

AVS Video Converter

AVS Video Converter is an  exceptional  program for every film actor to have on their computer. With a couple clicks you can edit color, cut and slice your video, run mutliple videos together, and also convert one file type to another.

When taping a  sizable  role, you are going to probably have to accomplish something like: the slate, scene one, scene two, scene, three, and then a full body scan. To make this look most professional, you will want to stop the camera in between each portion. AVS will allow you to load in all of those pieces and thread them together to make one seamless video.

AVS is also excellent when file sizes are too big. Often agents/casting directors can only accept videos that are 10mb and under and either in .mov or .wmv formats. Say for example your camera spits out a video that is 16mb and in .avi format. Easy to fix!  Go to AVS, load in your .avi video, make sure “to WMV” is selected at the top, and make a customized profile (this must be done so that the program knows to condense the video size).
The profile settings known to work the best in this case are as follows:

Frame Size: 352X28
Frame Rate: 25fps
Audio Codec: WMA
Channel: Stereo
Sample Size: 16bit
Sample Size: 44100 HZ
Bitrate: 96kbps

Reader

Obviously, the actor cannot be ON CAMERA and taping BEHIND THE CAMERA at the same time. Very important is to find a person, preferably another actor, that will agree to run the camera for your taping. The reason another actor is  preferred  is because they will be able to convey emotion/feeling when feeding you the other characters lines and giving cues. Just like a shaky camera or an  inappropriate  backdrop, the reader can kill your tape. The actor needs someone to play off on the other end. Casting needs to hear that organic connection.

Taping Instructions

Now that you have everything you need for your taping space, it’s time to try it all out. You want to make positive that you are creating your tape just the way the casting director would like to see it. If not already provided, ask your agent to send you a list of specific taping instructions specific to that individual casting director. Make sure to note these wants in a booklet and keep them for the next project that comes around.
If you are totally in the dark and needing to get your taping done ASAP, the following is a good, safe idea of what is usually needed:

*** Frame should be top of head to right below shoulders ***

1.) Slate (name, agency, role)

2.)  Act role. Do not look into the camera. You will want to direct your focus off to the side, either looking at the reader or directing your eyes in other places, naturally, as the character would do.

*** When you are finished with the role DO NOT look back into the camera. HOLD your place and wait for the camera to be stopped ***

3.) Full length body pan up and down. Back the camera tripod up, start a new take, and give your name and height. The person running the camera should then run a scan of your, unless the camera is far back enough where it is captured in one shot.

The Diamond Agency is the top modeling agency in Orlando, as well as the top talent agency in Tampa. The agency has booked film actors on hundreds of film and television projects through-out the United States. All methods noted above are used in office and have been  successful  in booking top talent.

How do we learn to do the words?

An excerpt from soon to be released book by Michael Ray Davis

How do we learn to do the words?

For film you\’ll have several days if not weeks to learn words.
For TV you\’ll have a couple weeks, usually.
For commercial you\’ll have 48 hours max, frequently less.
How do we learn the words?

First thing is attitude.

Don\’t concentrate initially on the words and don\’t think about memorization. Find out who you\’re thinking you\’ll be when you get in front of the camera, either for audition or for shooting. Try to channel the character when you’re in the shower, brushing your teeth, or when you’re eating your hamburger.

Sample file from client:
Vernon/Sherry breakdown:

All genders/ ethnicities accepted. Vernon/Sherry is a disappointed 40 year old who has not accomplished anything in his/her life. Been fired at least 10 times in life. The big job interview is coming up for the job of a lifetime. 20 grand a year to be assistant manager at the franchise shoe store.

Store Owner
I see you\’ve had quite a few jobs over the years.

Vernon/Sherry:
Yes, but I haven\’t really been given a fair shake at any of

Store Owner:
How do you describe a fair shake?

Vernon/Sherry:
I just never got treated fair!

Store Owner:
That’s fairly. Your education listings look like you haven\’t really tried to learn new skills over the years.

Vernon/Sherry:
I didn\’t have any time to pursue more education with the kids to raise and keeping the bills paid.

Store Owner:
You haven\’t been able to keep a lot of jobs. Were these your decisions or were you separated with cause?

Vernon/Sherry
Well, I can see you\’re just like every other uppity boss I apply to. I\’m just trying to earn an honest living, doing anything I can to support my family. You guys are all alike, you don\’t want to give anybody a break! I knew coming in that this was a mistake. You missed a good chance, mister!

Vernon/Sherry storms out the door, the store owner shakes his head and shrugs.

So, here’s what you do, as the   character, Vernon/Sherry.

You look at these words, you realize this is a loser, angry because he/she thinks the world owes he/she a living. Read the words, make yourself a loser, find a character in your background that reflects this losing attitude if you can and channel that character.

Then start living with the script. Carry it around with you, sleep with it, have it by the plate when you eat breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Read it, read it, read it!!

And most importantly, folks, SAY THE WORDS OUT LOUD!!!

Just saying them to yourself does not guarantee they will come out right when you open your mouth and speak! Promise!

And remember, in this example, you\’re angry. You can\’t be wondering what are your words when you deliver that last dialogue!

That takes 15 seconds or less. You need to be spitting them out, no hesitation, no limitations.

Say these words everywhere you go!!!

And above everything else, you are Vernon/ Sherry the biggest loser of all time. Everybody hates you and it’s not your fault!!!

Nothing else can exist for the time you are saying these words. If the water for your pasta is boiling over, say the words like Vernon/Sherry. If the baby is crying, say the words while you’re changing the diaper!

If you are able to do this, at home, naked on the toilet, in a normal environment, you will be able to do it in front of camera!

You have to believe that nothing else is happening in the world when you are doing this dialogue.

Find a friend to read with you for timing, preferably a semi trained actor so you get the timing down.

Or learn the other actor’s words and talk to yourself.

Will Smith stayed in trouble all the time on that dumb butt show that made him famous, Fresh Prince of Belaire. He knew not only HIS words but the other actor’s words and continually would lip them while his opposite would talk. They have a lot of two shots (that’s when the camera is looking at you and the other actor) that show him mouthing the other actors lines. You don\’t want to do that, but it’s great to be that prepared.

Video yourself if you can. You can put a lot of pressure on yourself just doing this. Get your wife/husband/kids/brother/girl friend/boyfriend to watch it. Just knowing that they will be watching will you put in the same frame of mind you will need for the set. (There’s no peer pressure worse than hearing from your wife or best friend that your performance sucks!)

Now remember this!!!!

When you are on the set or audition saying a half page of dialogue and you blow a line, Keep going! Plow through it! Don\’t ever stop until the end of your words unless you hear “cut”. If you stumble on a word, wait two beats and go back to the start of the sentence. The director will tell you when to stop!

So, in summary, find the character, assume his/her attitude and practice, practice, practice. (Oh, if you are supposed to have a prop carry something around while practicing, props can distract if you\’re not familiar with them. If your prop is a gun, don\’t practice too much in a convenience store or bank.)

Aside from that, remember that you will not be first or last to cause the producer to have another take, but if you are prepared, know your character and can get through it, you will be a highly respected and valued talent. Directors and Producers love and cherish professional, prepared talent and they will use you again and again.

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The Diamond Agency maintains a sterling reputation for upholding the largest roster of talent, understanding the needs of our clients, delivering excellent service, and competitively pricing each project. With over 2,000 talent from all ethnicity’s and genders the Diamond Agency is your One-stop talent resource.   We specialize in models for print, catalogs, promo models, and runway.   Actors, spokes models, as well as hosts for trade shows and conventions. Select from a wide variety of Voice -over talent for any size project.   We recognize the value of our client’s time and budgets, and facilitate your needs as well as exceeding your expectations. The Diamond Agency is your full-service talent agency. We look forward to an opportunity to earn your business!

Actors and Voice over talent. . . a way to increased booking opportunities!

Ginny Kopf is renown throughout the Southeast as one of the best voice, speech, and dialect specialists.   With 2 Masters Degrees in Voice and Speech coupled with 20+ years experience, Ginny’s improved the speech, voice, and accents for thousands of individual talent as well as talent and executives within the following:   Walt Disney, Universal Studios, TV channels 6, 9, 35 and 13 (anchors and hosts), and United Telephone, where she trained 700 operators, and that’s just the short list.

Many  Actors and voice over talent  lose out on auditions because they are limited to one accent. Further, they don\’t know where to go to get training or help!   Ginny’s put together a short video demonstrating some tips on a variety of accents.     Check out her website, www.voiceandspeechtraining.com for additional information and help.

Talent Agent Pet Peeves

Actors, Model and Other Talent,

Have you ever wondered what makes an agent red in the face? Ever been hurried off the phone with an agents who seems, shall we say “disgruntled” with you, and no ideas in your head as to why? Chances are, and possibly unbeknownst to you, you’ve aggravated your agent – something that you do not want to do.
The job of a talent agent is to speak with a photographer, casting director, artistic director, or other client about their project needs and to then secure that person the most perfect talent/s for their shoot. Also, they need to be able to communicate fluidly with those they represent all information about the project at hand. The role doesn’t stop there! It is also critical for the agent to scout and interview other new faces, as they are obligated to continually give their clients fresh options, along with those superior seasoned faces who are known to book jobs. When blockades are thrown up and hinder the divine process, we get very upset!
For talent new to the business, the Agent Pet Peeves list is an incredible resource from which to learn prior to meeting a booker for the first time. For models and actors working currently, see this as a refresher to keep you on the call list, and to keep you booking jobs. Remember, agents chose who is put into a package or who a client “has to see” …

1.) Answer Your Phone – Everyone on our side of the business needed everything done on their project a half hour ago. Time is not on our side. That being the case, you can imagine there not being anything that drives us up the wall more quickly than getting a cell phone machine when we really need you. Even a quick pick up to say, “I’ll call you back in 15 minutes, I’m in a meeting” is a sheer pleasure over having to listen to your Jessica Simpson ringback tone four times, and your greeting where you tell us you are going to “try” to call us back as soon as you’re able. Often, we can’t move forward with any aspect of a project until we speak to you. Other times, it is doing yourself a major disservice as you can be a top choice for a client, but with no answer and a time crunch on our hands, we are forced to give your spot up.

2.) Calling-out / No Shows – On the day of a casting or a booking you are expected to be in attendance so that the client is able to do their job. It takes one, perhaps two (if there was a valid reason the first time), talent call-out situations for us to never want to work with that individual again. This is a business, not hobby. After you have committed yourself to a time slot on a casting call or a booking on a firm job, as a professional talent, THAT is your number one priority. THAT is what you work the rest of your life around. Imagine if you went out on location to shoot your headshots or images for your book and the photographer just didn’t show up. Imagine that happening two, or three times. The first may have been an accident that you could understand, but as a client, what does experience number two and three tell you about that person? *NOT RELIABLE* , *NOT PROFESSIONAL*, *NOT TRUSTWORTHY* … it basically spells out DO.NOT.BOOK.  How can we as agents continue to promote someone that the client sees as a waste of time? It makes our agency look like a sham, and diminishes our credibility. Expect any agent in any market to protect their business and not just one person. Always remember, there are at least a dozen more of you who the agent could put in your spot and work just as hard for.

3.)  Stupid Requests – Please read! Please do for yourself! Do not rely on your agent to do work for you, which you are totally capable of doing on your own. This includes, looking up directions, printing scripts, deciding what to wear to a casting when what is wanted is stated in the breakdown, arranging carpools with other actors, getting footage of your booked work. Even if your agent doesn’t say no to one of these requests, be well assured that they are bothered by it. The agent job is taxing, and usually keeps us in office much past 5pm. We are working for multiple clients, and trying to handle at least 20 talent at any one given moment.

4.) Not Keeping Materials Updated – We must always have your most current headshot and resume on both hardcopy file and electronic file. If your look changes, you must have new, professional headshots taken before we can send you out again. If a job has been booked and your resume changes, it is important that we have a new copy of the resume, so to give you that extra push toward booking the next job.

5.) Dropping by – The agency is not a place to stop in uninvited. This does not mean that we do not appreciate you, or that we do not want to see you. The office is a place of business and of confidentiality. A stop in distracts the agents from their current tasks and makes them feel like they have an obligation to give the talent time and attention. We may be very kind on the outside, but we are grumbling on the inside. A better option is a check-in email. Do this on a weekly basis. Attach your headshot and resume and give one or two lines in the body of the email such as, “This is ____name____ and wanted to check in to let you know I am available for any castings or bookings. I completed an independent film project two weeks ago which you are welcome to come see next week at 8pm.”  You may not get a response to your email, but can have faith in knowing that it was seen and appreciated.

6.) Contacting a Client – This is an enormous “NO, NO”. Do not contact any client unless you first phone the agency and get specific approval or unless a phone number has been provided to you on a casting or shoot. You would only then contact the client if you were at a complete lose and could not get in touch with your agent. Lost on your way to a casting/booking or to inform of something such as a car accident which is holding you up – those are examples of worthy reasons. Always first try an agency emergency line. For The Diamond Agency you can find information on an emergency phone number on our “Contact Us” page toward the bottom.

7.) Calling Office to Check on Payments – In this industry, a non-union client is given up to 90 working days to make payment for a completed job. The talent agency will track the job and only call the client if that number of days has been exceeded. Do not call the agency asking about payment unless those days have passed and it has been categorized as a “past due invoice”. Some clients pay more quickly, others have so much production left after the shoot with talent, that they need the entire length of time allotted to make payment.
Also, at The Diamond Agency, do not trouble your booking agent with these matters. In our office, (this does not apply for all agencies) we have a separate accounting department and no agent is involved past the point of submitting the invoice. All billing matter should be addressed to the accounting department, which you can find info on in the “Contact Us” section of this website.

8.) Being Prepared – If you are going into a casting session either with a private client or a casting director it is your job to be prepared for the role. Agents should not be getting notes in their email box asking if the talent needs to be memorized on script (off-book). Yes. The answer is always going to be yes. It is also infuriating when we are putting people on video tape in the office and they come in not ready to act out their parts believably, or are not memorized. It is a complete waste of our valuable time standing there waiting for you to get it right. Especially, because even when you do get the lines out, they are going to sound strained, and the performance will not be realized. No matter if you’ve had one week or one day to get a part down pat, you need to have it covered. The chances of you booking the role unprepared are slim to none.

9.) Too Good for Class – Actors that feel they don’t need additional training, aren’t really actors at all.    Period.

These points are not meant to offend or to belittle, but to inform and educate. You are in control of your career and how far the path leads. We at The Diamond Model and Talent Agency represent the finest in talent through-out the state of Florida, in Atlanta (print only)  and in other southeastern locations (print only). Every agent wants to work hard for their people. Help yourself and help us by allowing us to do just that.