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I should be able to access my acting agent information. A good acting agent is one that has a good open professional relationship with his clients.
When selecting an acting agent, actors rely on the information that they get about their agents in order to be able to make an informed decision.
As an actress, I need to have my acting agent information about his availability and contact information. Never hire an agent who tells you to wait for him/her to contact you. A good agent is one who allows you to contact them. This shouldn't give you the right to intrude on their personal space or pester them though. You need their contact information in order to check up on them and found out how they are progressing in getting you a job. You can also contact them in case you have any updates.
When selecting an agency to represent you, you have to consider their reputation and years of experience. This information should be available to you in order to help you make your decision. If you don't get it from the agent's website, you have the right to ask them. A good agent will be honest with you. Even if they haven't been in the business for long, they may have other qualities that you are looking for.
You also need to know if the agent is representing any working actors or actresses. You don't have to demand for a client list but you can tactfully enquire about who your agent is working with. A good acting agent should be one who has at least a few working clients. Be wary of agents who don't have any working clients or do not have any other clients part from you.
I need my acting agent information such their affiliation to any unions. In most cases, genuine agencies are affiliated to unions or government agencies that keep track of them. As an actress, I have the right to this kind of information about my agent. Additional information that I may need include any academic or professional qualifications that my agent has. Agents help in negotiating contracts for their clients, an agent who has some business or legal background can do this with ease. An agent is the link between the actor and the casting directors in most cases. Therefore he needs to be someone confident, with good social and communication skills. In addition, I need to know whether my agent has even been sued by clients or studios before; any litigation history can help me in making decision about whether or not to walk with the client. An agent with a clean criminal record is most suitable. On the other hand, an agent who has had legal disputes with other parties may not be the right person to work with. He may be unable to book jobs with certain studios or companies therefore limiting his client's opportunities. Remember, even if you get the agent's information, you should not be quick to hire him; take more time to talk to him and gather more information from the meeting. Never hire an agent that you haven't met yet no matter how good they look on paper.
