Do You Actually Need An Agent or Manager?
If you can't find representation, do you stand a chance in Hollywood? I vote yes.
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LET’S TALK ABOUT AGENTS AND MANAGERS
There’s a sense of hopelessness when you’re trying to break into TV, and it often feels like finding representation is the singular solution. The beacon of hope. The proof you are worthy. The path of success. The most common question I receive from students is: How do I find a manager?
I wrote about how to find representation and how I first got signed when this newsletter was still a little baby learning to walk (see below). Today, I’m writing about if you even really NEED reps in the first place. What will they do for you, and what can you do for yourself?