Representation

Instructions for New Talent and Extras
seeking representation with AIA

New Actors/Models

1. New talent seeking representation must first email or snail mail us a headshot and resume
2. Send your photo and resume. Mail to: Actors in Action, 323 NE Wygant Street, Suite #203 Portland, Oregon 97211 or Email photo in JPEG and resume in Microsoft Word document to actorsinaction@qwest.net
3. Upon review, an interview/audition may be requested.
4. Talent would perform a prepared monologue and a cold read at the audition.
5. Feedback on the audition will be given afterwards.
6. After further discussion, AIA will then contact the talent with their decision and game plan for representation.

Extras

1. Send your current photo (Snapshot is fine) Email photo in JPEG to actorsinaction@qwest.net
2. Send us the Stat Sheet (Make sure you fill this out completely) Email or snail mail.
3. Carefully read our Talent Services Agreement This will need to be signed and given to AIA

***There are no charges or fees for any part of this process.
Our only requirement for payment from talent is from commissions after a talent obtains work.

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Advice for people just getting started:

1. Never pay mandatory upfront fees of any kind for representation. For extra work as well.
2. Try to research a company before going into an interview.
3. If you feel like you are dealing with a sales rep at your interview, just leave. Always wear your cheapest pair of shoes when you go in. That is the first thing a salesperson looks at to see if you have money to burn.
4. Children under five years old do not need professional photos. Their looks change too quickly. Simple, quality digital photos are fine.
5. Always get a second and third opinion before joining a company. Find the best fit for YOU.
6. Watch out for flattery! It's usually followed by a sales pitch for expensive classes or photos.
7. No single individual knows everything in this business. Take in all you hear with a grain of salt. Believe half of what you hear and investigate the rest.
8. If you are getting into the business for fame and fortune, think again. Acting is about passion and the work. Very few make a living doing this.
9. No one can guarantee work or auditions. If they do, they are trying to sell you something.
10. Portland is NOT Los Angeles or New York. In fact, there is no comparison really. The market for acting in PDX is small. Requirements for head shots and resumes can be completely different. Ask your agent what they need from you for representation.

Don't wait for your ship to come in-swim out to meet it with AIA! Good Luck