How do i get an agent for my child

What to Do Before You Try to Get a Talent Agent | Hometown to Hollywood

Before you even begin to try to get your kid in front of a talent agent, you need to set a few things up.

At the bare minimum, your child should have SOME kind of training and/or experience. While there are probably many agents out there who are willing to represent a kid with no experience or training whatsoever, please understand that these are not the kind of agents with any leverage in the industry.

When you actually consider the meaning of the word “representation,” the issue of what exactly is at stake with an agent becomes a little clearer. An agent’s primary currency is their reputation. They represent your child, but your child represents them too. “Representing” works both ways. So literally, every audition your kid goes out on, they are representing the faith that their agent has in them.

If an agent consistently sends out actors who are prepared, easy to direct, easy to work with, and excellent at their craft, their reputation is secure and when they pitch a client for a project they are likely to get a good response. The reverse is also true.

So now you can understand a little better why a good agent is SO careful about the clients they choose to represent. In addition to this basic issue, there is the issue of balancing out their portfolio. If they have a bunch of kids who all fall into the same category in terms of looks or age or types, that does no one any favors. They need to have a good mix so that all of their clients get a fair chance at projects, and they also have someone for everybody.

This sometimes means that an agent will pass on representing your child just because they already have your child’s “type” covered. This can be disappointing, but it is ultimately in everyone’s best interest.

It’s a good idea to get set up with some basic casting sites before you approach an agent as well.

The most widely used are Actor’s Access, Backstage, and Casting Networks. It’s a pretty easy process to register and upload a couple of headshots and your child’s resume, and fill out a form to list their special skills.

This shows the agent that your child has a presence in the industry, as well as giving you the opportunity to learn about lower level auditions and get your kid out for some auditioning experience—and maybe even some work experience!

Of course you already have a headshot and resume for your child, right? Don’t even think about approaching an agent without these. Understand however that it is likely that once you succeed in getting an agent, they will probably request that your child get new headshots! And they will help you reformat your resume. All of which is part of the process.

What else do you need?

Your child will need a couple of monologues they have memorized—one drama, one comedy. It is a weird truth that in the world of television and film, this is the only time your kid will need to come with their own material, but it does make sense—after all, going forward, they will be auditioning for a specific role and that role will have sides. Finding a couple of great monologues can be challenging, so this is good news.

Where can you find good monologues? I’ve often thought I might put together a book of them because we had such a hard time finding ones that we liked. There are a few collections out there but not as many as there should be. The majority of monologue books are written for adults, and most of the few that are for kids are so tired! That being said, I like Magnificent Monologues for Kids, and Magnificent Monologues for Teens by Chambers Stevens.

Check out my updated Resources Page for more recommended monologue books, as well as some other important resources for young actors and parents.

Sometimes an effective place to look is simply online. Google key words like “monologues” and “children” and see what pops up. The monologue can come from a play, film, or TV script. It doesn’t matter. Some of the most interesting ones can come from fiction. Just make sure there is no description, etc, to interrupt the monologue’s flow. And do try to make the monologues age-appropriate.

Confession: Dove auditioned for her agent Pamela Fisher with Meryl Streep’s “Stuff” monologue from The Devil Wears Prada. NOT recommended!!! Looking back, I can’t imagine how crazy it must have looked to Pamela to see a fourteen-year-old girl performing a role written for a middle-aged woman! Luckily, she was able to see the talent through the very odd choice.

If your child can sing, it’s a good idea to have them prepare a song as well. Kids who can do more than just act—particularly the classic “triple threats” who can act, sing, and dance—are simply more marketable. Singing along to a karaoke track should be fine in most agents offices, although a capella is always OK. Things get a little trickier when you are auditioning for a particular role: in those cases they will tell you what your child needs to prepare, and it often looks more like several bars of a song along with sheet music for an accompanist.

Do you need to set up a Coogan Account or work permit before trying to get an agent? Absolutely not. But both are free to set up, and if you are helping your child get comfortable auditioning by going out on auditions listed through Actors Access and/or Casting Networks, you should have these things done. If your kid books a role the producers will expect the paperwork to be in order.

It can take time to find the right agent to represent your child, but it is absolutely worth it to get the right person. Kids grow so quickly—don’t compromise on a questionable agent just to have one. Hold out for a great fit.

My book, The Hollywood Parents Guide, available on Amazon contains everything I wish I’d known when Dove and I started this journey, and will save you untold amounts of time, money, and stress. Full of information you MUST know, it also features stories from parents of other kids who’ve made it!

Or book an hour consulting with me to come up with an individualized plan that takes your own unique needs into account. For about the cost of an hour with a professional acting coach, you can get your questions answered and a road map to help you move forward toward your dream.

If your young actor is 12 or older, they will enjoy reading my second book, Young Hollywood Actors, which shares stories and advice from some of their favorite performers.

Invest a little in your kid’s future today.

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How To Get An Agent for Children

So You Want To Be An Actor

How to get an Agent for Children

So you want to be an actor.

If you are reading this, my guess is that you want to act and are already attending a part-time drama school or local drama class. You may have even been to explore kids agencies or even been to kids castings in the past. However, how do you get an agent? Getting an agent has always proved to be a bit of a minefield, so this guide will hopefully help you to find one.

www.kids.castingcallpro.com is a website that puts kids casting directors in touch with young talented actors. It has a comprehensive list of children’s agencies. Once you have found an agent, you will be able to register with kidscastingcallpro and ensure your profile is seen by hundreds of casting directors. One of the conditions of registering with the site is that all children must have representation, so how do you go about it?

Using the Agents list on kidscastingcallpro research several of the agents by looking at their websites.
Look to see who their clients are.
What sort of work they recruit for, television, film, theatre, commercials or extra work.
Are they currently seeking new clients?
Look to see how many clients they currently have on their books. Do you want to be part of a large agent or a smaller boutique agency.
Once you have chosen a handful of agents compile a letter on your computer asking to be considered for representation. Do check spelling and grammar carefully.
Some agencies are happy to except emails make sure you read through their website to find out what the procedure is when applying.
Include a black and white photograph, if possible a professional shot if not a clear head and shoulders shot or passport photo. (You will need to get professional photographs once you have signed with an agency; good headshots are very important as it is the first thing that kids castings will look at.) Do write your name and phone number on the back in case it becomes separated from your covering letter.
Include a CV. This should have a list of any performance experience to date plus personal details.Do include drama school shows plus any professional jobs you may have done.
If you are invited along for an interview or audition prepare well. Make sure you are smart and cleanly dressed. Hair brushed!
If you have been asked to prepare a piece choose something that is within your age range. Check out our plays to order page or script ideas, if you still need some help give us a ring or email us at mailto:[email protected] Getting this right is essential for all kids agencies.
Ask your drama teacher to help you prepare your piece.
If you don't get into the first agent keep trying as many actors both young and old have been turned down at some point in their careers and still gone on to be very successful. Don't part with any money, you should not have to pay to audition for kids agencies or castings, nor should you to go onto their books. The only exception would be if they were getting your head shots done and submitting your photo into the spotlight directory.
Do ask what commission rate they charge most kids agencies or agents charge between 10 % and 20%.
Don't be afraid to ask questions a good agent will want you to feel comfortable with your choice after all your child’s safety and well being is paramount.
Do discuss your intentions with your child’s school, as not all are supportive.
Filming and rehearsals take place during term time and holidays so it is inevitable your child will be absent from school on several occasions.
Having an agent is no guarantee that you will get work, as well as your natural talent as an actor you need a good dose of luck.
Here is a list of Children's Theatrical Agents. Please note these are only suggestions.
Child licensing
For advice on child licensing please contact your local education authority.
NB: Please note that getting an agent for your child is a big commitment, you must be able to take them to castings and auditions, quite often with very little notice. However it is a wonderful experience for a child and a great learning curve which they will take with them into adulthood.
If you have any questions please do email me at mailto:[email protected] and we will do our best to help. For castings or agent related queries you can contact www.agents-uk.com

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How to get an injury insurance payment

12/29/2021

When we buy an insurance policy, we hope that nothing will happen. But if trouble happened and you got injured, you need to do everything right. If you follow simple instructions, then receiving an insurance payment will not be a problem.

Contacting doctors

Your injury must be recorded in order to receive payment. Therefore, do not self-medicate. If the injury is mild, go to the nearest emergency room. According to the legislation of the Russian Federation, you are required to be accepted there, even if you do not have a policy or other documents with you. If the injury is serious and it is difficult to move, call an ambulance. It is important that your injury is officially registered and described. All examinations, including x-rays and MRI, must be prescribed by a doctor. Follow all doctor's orders during treatment. Getting an insurance payout is important, but recovering from an injury is a must.

Insured event

Before applying for an insurance claim with a company, it is important to understand whether your injury relates to an insured event that is covered by your policy. You can specify this in your contract. If you do not have a policy on hand, then download a new copy from your Personal Account.

Insured event — an event that occurred during the period of insurance and is specified in the insurance policy. After an insured event, the obligation of the insurance company to pay compensation to the insured person, his representative or another person (the Beneficiary) appointed by the contract

If you find your injury on the list, it's time to apply for an insurance payment.

Procedure for receiving an insurance payment

Step 1: Notify the company

Through Personal account
By phone 8 495 981-2-981
Via notification on website
Through your financial adviser

Important to know!
You must report the incident to the insurance company as soon as possible. Insured events have a statute of limitations. And if no one reported an injury in a certain period, the company may refuse to pay.

Step 2: Complete application

Application form for payment can be downloaded here Download form .

To make it easier to fill out, use the sample Application for payment

Step 3: Prepare the required documents

A copy of the insurance contract;
Application for insurance payment;
Copy of the passport of the Russian Federation: all pages with marks and seals;
A copy of the power of attorney confirming the authority to conduct business in the insurance company on behalf of a relative and another person or on the basis of a birth / adoption certificate, if the parents represent the interests of the children. In the event that the guardian represents the interests of the client, documents from the guardianship authorities will be required;
Original or copy of medical records certified by a polyclinic or hospital indicating the diagnosis, anamnesis of the disease and the period of treatment;
Original or copies of sick leave certificates (including electronic ones), certified by a polyclinic or hospital;
Copies of documents in case of temporary disability;
A copy of the act of an accident at work in the form of H-1, certified by the seal of the employer organization.

Please note!

The list of documents may differ for different cases. You can clarify the documents required to receive an insurance payment in a special section on the website.
Also, the list of documents required for payment is specified in the insurance rules or policy conditions. You can always download a copy of it in your Personal Account.

Important to know!

The insurance company has the right to request information about the incident from medical institutions, law enforcement agencies and other institutions. And also organize a medical or other examination at your own expense.

Step 4. Send documents to us

You can send documents by mail or bring them yourself to the address: Russia, 115114, Moscow, Derbenevskaya embankment, 7, building 22, floor 4, room 13, com. eleven marked in "Department of insurance payments and expertise" You can also submit documents through employees of regional offices.

When is the payment due?

For each case, the period for consideration of the application is individual. We have already written that the company, before paying out money, can make requests to various government agencies to clarify the circumstances of the insured event. This may increase the duration of the insurance payment. The status of the application can be checked in the Personal Account. At the end of this period, you will be informed whether you will receive a payment.

Under what conditions can an insurance payment be denied

There are a number of reasons why an injury claim may be denied, for example:

Violation of the terms of the contract. This is the most common reason.
Providing false information or forged documents.
Late or incomplete payment of insurance premiums by the client.

The client can apply to the court, where he will have to prove that, according to the terms of the contract, he should receive compensation. Payment may be denied for good reasons, so before going to court, you need to get legal advice. You can also contact the financial ombudsman.

We are ready to answer your questions at any of the stages of processing the insurance payment. You can contact us in a way convenient for you:

Via Personal Account

+7 495 9812981

Telegram @renlife_bot

By phone: 8 (495) 981-2-981

Through the contact form on the website

List of additional payments to pension

Social supplement up to the subsistence minimum

If the pension of a non-working pensioner is below the subsistence minimum, then it will be increased through additional payments. The federal cost of living is established every year by the budget law, this year for pensioners it is 10,022 rubles. Each region also sets its own living wage, it can be higher or lower than the federal one.

If the federal PM is higher than the regional one, then the pensioner will receive a federal surcharge, and if the PM in the region is higher, the regional one. You can get a surcharge upon application.

Monthly cash payment

This payment is due to veterans, disabled people, Chernobyl victims and other persons affected by radiation, former minor prisoners of fascism, Heroes of Russia and the Soviet Union, Heroes of Socialist Labor. It is assigned automatically.

In addition to it, they are provided with monthly compensation for a set of social services (drugs, sanatorium treatment, travel to and from the sanatorium, train trips). A pensioner can refuse a set of social services and take the cash equivalent.

Dependent's pension supplement

A pensioner can count on state support if he/she supports disabled persons, for example, minor children, full-time students, elderly relatives (parents, spouses, grandparents), disabled people.

The supplement can be received for a maximum of three disabled family members, the total amount of the supplement in 2021 is 6044.48 rubles. One third of the fixed payment to the old-age insurance pension is paid for one family member.

"Rural" allowances

An increased pension is paid to citizens who have worked in rural areas for 30 years. The supplement to the pension is 25% of the fixed payment as part of the insurance pension, in 2021 its amount is 6044.48 rubles.

Starting January 1, 2022, "rural" supplements to pensions will be paid regardless of the pensioner's place of residence. At present, when a pensioner moves from a rural area to a city, the allowance is removed.

Pension recalculation after 80 years

Pensioners who have reached the age of 80 are entitled to an increased fixed payment to the old-age insurance pension, it increases by 100%.

A pensioner does not need to submit any applications to the FIU. The increase in the month of execution of 80 years is assigned automatically from the date of birth, and is paid from the next month.

Supplement to the pension for the "northern" experience

Citizens who worked in the regions of the Far North and areas equivalent to them, regardless of the place of current residence, can receive an increased pension.