Kids Headshots and how do I get a talent agent for my children?
As a kid's headshot photographer I have helped countless parents over the years get their child a talent agent or talent manager. Many parents have called me to book their kid's headshot appointment and it comes up in the conversation that the child does not yet have an agent. The parent is often concerned about some of the scams out there, yet wants to pursue representation and help their child get started in the industry. In this post I share info about getting a talent agent with your kid's headshots.
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| Kid's headshot example which could be used to submit for representation to a talent agent. |
The
bottom line is you need to get your child or teenager in front of a kids
talent agent. There are several ways of doing this including personal
referral, kids acting class or the third way is to submit your child's headshots to the agencies.
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| A great kids headshot can get your child in front of a talent agent! |
In
all cases you will need to have a great kid's headshot as this is the first thing the agent wants to see. Continue reading for the details on the
three different ways to get your child in front of a Los Angeles talent agent. In the meantime here's some examples of excellent
kid's headshots:
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| In this kids headshot you can see lot's of confidence and very strong communication from the eyes. It's not about the clothes at all. This kid's headshot is a very strong theatrical headshot. (Theatrical relates to TV & film in this industry.) |
Kid's headshots should be taken by a professional headshot photographer
so that your image stands out, gets noticed and lets the agent know you
are ready to proceed as a professional.
Even though they are dealing
with kids, it is still a business and professionalism is very much
expected. I can't tell you how many times a new client has told me they sent out snap shots or photos of their kids and they didn't get a response from the agent. Subsequent to our conversation, I did the child or teens headshots, I gave the parent some guidance and then I receive a thank you note from the parent who has now found a talent agent for their budding young actor. What got them in the door? A great kid's headshot!
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| A kids headshot should be taken by a professional top headshot photographer so that your image stands out, gets noticed and lets the agent know you are ready to proceed as a professional. As you can see this is not just a snapshot or iphone photo. It is a professional kid's headshot which gets the attention of talent agents, talent managers and casting directors. |
A personal referral to a
talent agent or
talent manager can come through an acting coach, a children's headshot photographer or maybe you have a friend who is willing to give your child's headshot to a talent agent they are connected to. Agents are always looking for talented and outgoing kids. In any case the agent will want to see your kid's headshot before scheduling a meeting or audition. Here is another sample of a great kid's headshot.
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| Kid's acting headshot which can be submitted to a talent agent. |
Option two is to sign your child up for a reputable kid's acting class. Many acting schools have showcases. This is when students perform and talent agents and talent managers are invited to watch. The agents go to these showcases to scout new kids. Kids will still need to have their professional acting headshot ready to give to the agent during the showcase. Be prepared with an amazing kid's headshot! Keep scrolling to read more info.
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| Kid's headshots Los Angeles by top kids headshot photographer Robin Lorraine |
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| Kid's acting headshot |
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| Photo by kid's headshots photographer Robin Lorraine, Los Angeles |
The third option involves mass mailing your kid's headshot to talent agencies and letting them know you are seeking representation. Most agents are now accepting email and website submissions or you can snail mail it in as well. If you are one of my clients I will provide you with a list of agents to submit to. An excellent kid's headshot will get noticed and can get your child in the door.
Call Robin Lorraine photography when you are ready to get your child a talent agent! I will make recommendations for the wardrobe for your shoot, and provide you with lots of tips about the industry and getting started. I have a great deal of experience as a previous talent manager, as well as my own kids have grown up in the industry and worked a lot.
Robin Lorraine Photography is a top kids headshot photographer in LA recommended by some of the top talent agencies and talent managers for kids and teens.
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| My specialty is acting headshots kids & teens. |
Hi Robin,
I wanted to thank you for all of your advice. Josh just signed with a talent agency. We are so excited. We couldn’t have done it without your great headshots and guidance.
Warmly,
Donna
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| Kids Headshots Los Angeles. |
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