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I’m sure you’ve heard this question a lot if you are trying to break into the business: “Who’s your representation”
Being represented basically means you have someone, whether it is an agent, manager, or publicist, submitting you for projects and pitching you for work. Just about every actor in the world has an agent or is looking for one.
An agent is someone who works at an agency, whether it is commercial, theatrical or model agency, they submit you for projects and take a percentage of whatever you earn, usually about 20%, depending on the agent terms. Agents will keep you on their books as a client so long as you are making them money and have shown that you are a responsible, professional actor.
When looking for an agent, it is always good to go with your gut instincts. Does this person operate out of their home, or out of an office? Do you trust them? Have any of your friends or other actors heard of this agency?
Remember they earn their living through commission — they make money when you do. And you should never, ever pay an agent to simply represent you.