WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN ACTING AGENT AND A MANAGER?
THE NEW YORK ACTING SCHOOLFOR FILM AND TV
BY MARK STOLZENBERG
QUESTION: What is the Difference Between an Acting Agent and a Manager?
ANSWER: Traditionally, there is a definite distinction between the two. First, it’s important to note that you need a good headshot, a strong acting resume, and a thorough knowledge of your craft before you seek an agent or a manager. Agents are business contractors who submit their pool of actors for various projects from The Casting Breakdowns in New York and Los Angeles. A manager traditionally is a more loosely defined term, but managers take more of an interest in promoting, cultivating and marketing their actors, functioning as an advisor and guide. In recent years, the distinctions between an agent and manager have blurred a bit, and there is a lot of overlap. Ultimately, you want to work with someone who cares about you, gets you auditions, and can negotiate deals. READ MORE HERE
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