Are Actors Actually Wasting Money With Managers
In the video you will learn whether it is helpful or a waste of time trying to work with a manager. And, the specific differences between agents and managers.
You will also learn exactly what fees are paid to each.
If you have or had a manager, let us know about your experience. Was it helpful?
Talk soon.
Aaron
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Excellent video for actors to check out, Aaron Marcus!
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Thanks for the kind words, Maurice. I also hope it helps a lot of fellow actors.
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You're welcome, Aaron Marcus.
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What about writers?
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Great question, Jed. I think the questions that need answering will hold true for writers as well as actors. Do you work with a manager?
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No, Maurice but I am continually on the hunt for representation or production interest in ANY of my projects. Not easy, and even harder, when you are financially embarrassed!
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Great tip Aaron Marcus thank you for sharing your insight
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Jed, perhaps you could visit ATA - https://www.agentassociation.com/to see if there are any agents who represent writers. They could submit you to the right people.
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Thank you Suzanne. Have you ever worked with a manager?
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AAron, Thank you.
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Thank you Aaron Marcus
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You are very welcome. Have you ever worked with a manager? If not, how come?
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No Aaron Marcus I never have and that is my wish of course, and the reason is that no one has taken notice yet.
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Hi Mark, where are you currently based? Maybe it is best to start off with an agent.
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Hi, Aaron Marcus thanks for this video. I wanted to add a few things to it if you didn't mind, based on my own experience in the industry. Agents are regulated by the unions and managers aren't, though they do have their own self-governing bodies. A manager might charge anywhere from 10% to 20%. They may also sign you to a multi-year contract. You can get out of your agent contract if you have not booked work in a set time, due to required language by the union, but that is not true of manager contracts. I have seen 1, 3, and 5-year contracts with managers. Mind you, I would NEVER sign a 5-year contract with anyone, but a 3-year contract can actually be reasonable if you are a more developmental client that does not yet have a career established yet. Same with the 20% if you are green but talented, so they take you on, they have A LOT more developmental work to do with you than someone that has been pounding the pavement for ten years, so the extra amount is reasonable. But I would always ask why it is 20% and what is their idea around how they plan to move my career forward.
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Does anyone know about rhe legitimacy of a Kate Lawrence of Noble Works Media? Claims as Agent.
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Jed Power Their website said they help guide authors to self-publish, so not really sure.
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Tom, thank you so much for the additional information. I want to add some more info to your great comments, I think there are at least 4 or 5 states that have agents abide by their rules and regulations. This allows talent to be taken care of even if the agents haven't signed Union contracts.
There is a new kind of managers association with the Union,. But, as of now, you are 100% correct in saying there is nothing like a franchised agent contract for managers.
I have heard of some managers taking a 10% commission fee. I wasn't familiar with 20%. I guess each manager can set their own rules.
Really loved everything you said and thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and experience here so we can all learn from each other,
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no Aaron Marcus I have not. Don't see the need.
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That makes sense for many actors. Like you, I have only worked with agents.
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Thanks, Aaron Marcus I really enjoyed your content. I am doing an AMA here on Wednesday. I hope you will pop in.
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Great content offering! Some would be surprised to learn how many don't know the difference in representation between a manager and an agent.
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Thank you so much, Brandy. I agree, When people are starting off, there are a lot of new things people still have to learn. Thanks for sharing.
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Hi Tom, I am giving workshops in Burbank all day Wednesday. What is an AMA?
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"AMA" = "ask me anything" it's a style of interview where someone answers questions submitted by users or audience members.
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Got it, thank you for letting me know. Learned something new today.
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Aaron Marcus, Tom's is happening right now! You should jump in- https://www.stage32.com/lounge/acting/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-Wednesday-6-26...
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About to begin my workshops, in Burbank. Sorry I can't attend.
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Hi Aaron, thank you very much for this video!
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You are very welcome, Diego. Are you currently working with an agent and or a manager?
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I already have an agent, but I'm looking for a manager for my career as an actor and screenwriter
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Which agency are you. working with? Are they based in Italy? If finding a manager is hard, maybe you could find another agent for your screenwriting.
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She's Italian but for international representation. I'll find a solution as always. Probably find a manager is better for my career, I continue to work hard!
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Perhaps there are some people here who can help you find agents who work internationally.