Sep
25
Posted on 25-09-2009
Filed Under (talent) by admin on 25-09-2009
Alok vats asked:


With the booming job sector, the role of placement agencies is gaining wide popularity in India. These placement agencies sound like a fantastic idea for all job seekers and employers. Since last few years these hiring agencies have delivered major employment to many of the candidates and have placed them on their desired profile. Assisting in planning the career of the candidate is the prime objective of the Indian placement agencies.

Not only this, these placement agencies will also wade through application after application for employers and job seekers and find the right fit for them in a matter of minutes. That is, if you choose the right one. Consultants of a placement agency act as perfect job advisors and are talented enough to improve the job seekers personality and help in charting out their career in the right direction.

In the Indian employment market, the various placement agencies also offer an excellent service that can match candidate’s skills with the requirements of certain jobs on offer and then attempt to find them work at both middle and senior level.

The agency also saves a lot of effort and yet finds work more quickly because most companies will actually go through a job placement agency because it is much easier for their recruitment process. It will save them time trying to narrow candidates down to find those suitable because the agency will already have a talent bank full of qualified candidates.

Generally, all placement agencies may appear reliable and able to do their jobs, but a closer look will reveal that some are completely unreliable or do not have adequate resources to do a good job. Well, to find the right and reliable placement agency, it is always advisable to look at the agencies profile as to how many good companies actually use them. If they have a good list of top companies then it is sure that they have extended database for jobs, but in case the list of clients is small then give it a good thought before taking them on and giving them the mandate. It is up to you to do your due diligence on each one of them before moving forward.

Some well known placement agencies in India are Egon, Zehnder, Amrop International, Manpower Inc, ABC Consultants, Trackers, Stanton Chase, Accord, and the list goes on and on. These are some of the India’s leading placement agencies, which find appropriate jobs in all sectors for both middle and senior level globally.

These placement agencies actually care about what is best for their candidate and do their utmost to ensure that they get a job as quickly as possible. In fact, it would not be out of place to say that the placement agencies in India are the ones which will decide the future of younger generation – by finding them the right job!



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Sep
24
hollyw00d_87 asked:


Hi, I am auditioning for a talent agency and i need some suggestions on monologues..Do they prefer comedy or drama? and how long should the monologue be? I really need something to impress them!! and how should i dress or does that matter? ive never auditioned for a talent agency before so any info on this would be greatly appreciated!!.

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Sep
23
Posted on 23-09-2009
Filed Under (talent) by admin on 23-09-2009
Alex Joy asked:


GLAMOR MODELING ADVICE AND MODEL TIPS: HOW CAN I LAUNCH MY GLAMOUR-MODEL CAREER?

Aspiring models often ask us, How do I get into modeling? Or, How do I get started in modeling? This article discusses the various types of modeling, and what it takes to make it in this challenging yet fun profession. You will also find some useful tips and advice on how to get started in teen modeling.

What are the different types of modeling?

There are basically five (5) different types of modeling. These are the broadest categories, with newer but smaller categories evolving all the time. Furthermore, these categories also overlap with each other at times.

1. COMMERCIAL MODELING (Television, Catalogs and Print-Ads):

Commercial models help promote products and services through ads in the electronic media such as Television and the Internet as well as through Print Advertising. They appear in commercials/ads, on product packaging, in magazines, on billboards, etc., and help promote all kinds of products and services ranging from computer equipment to medicines, apparel, shoes and cosmetics. This is by far the largest modeling and teen modeling category.

General Requirements for Commercial Modeling:

Contrary to popular belief, many successful commercial models look like normal, everyday people. If they walked past you on the street in normal everyday clothes and with little or no makeup, you would probably not look at them twice. However, what they do possess is the ability to express an emotion, and the ability to replicate that same look time and again. For starters, you can start practicing your best looks and poses in front of a mirror. Many successful models do 15 minutes of mirror work every day. Practice evoking different types of emotions through your expressions.

The ability to show different expressions, to be able to hold that expression so that the photographer can take multiple shots at different camera exposure settings, and the ability to create that expression again at will are all very useful qualities. The good news is that these qualities and talents can be developed. Good commercial models are also usually photogenic, but exceptions abound. Having a unique or different look is good but often not an absolute necessity. Personality, likeability (that the audience or target market can relate to), being internally happy (i.e., liking yourself - because it does show through in your images) and being able to work long hours while at the same time enjoying the process are other attributes that successful commercial models seem to possess.

Most pictures on magazine covers are touched up and air-brushed on the computer for hours (called digital editing) to create the right look. If you have reasonably good features, a great photographer can make you look like a superstar! Remember, the glamorous superstars do not always look that way in real life. It is the camera, lighting, makeup and digital editing that often does the trick.

2. PROMOTIONAL MODELING (Tradeshows, Retail, Car Shows, Events, etc.):

Promotional modeling includes work at Tradeshows and Conventions, handing out Product Samples in Retail Stores, helping promote products or services at Car Shows, Boat Shows, Events, etc. What differentiates Promotional Modeling from Commercial Modeling above is the fact that for Promotional Modeling you have to be there in person, because you yourself (not your photo or video) are doing the promoting. While it may not appear as glamorous as Commercial Modeling, it can provide good income opportunities, and the jobs are usually easier to get. Creative forms of Promotional Marketing (often referred to as Buzz Marketing) and Event Marketing are gaining fast in popularity. It seems to be a high-growth area, and compensation seems to be improving too.

General Requirements for Promotional Modeling:

Promotional Modeling is about overall personality, interpersonal skills, being able to establish a quick rapport, and staying focused on the task at hand. You may meet a lot of different people, albeit each very briefly. If you thrive on meeting people and enjoy the hustle and bustle of a tradeshow environment, Promotional Modeling is usually easier to break into than Commercial Modeling, although exceptions are always there. Even though the job is not primarily about being photographed, you will still want to look and act your best. Promotional/Event Modeling is a growing field.

3. FASHION MODELING (includes Runway, Fashion Shows, etc.):

Fashion models help launch new products and designs such as in apparel, accessories, shoes, jewelry, swimwear, beachwear, etc. The walk the runway in fashion shows. Many large fashion shows also get media coverage, and a good fashion model can get print exposure in leading fashion magazines such as Vogue, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, etc. Similarly, if a fashion show is being covered by the broadcast media, there is a chance that you may appear on Television too. Many industry-specific fashion shows such as shows for apparel and swimwear can hire hundreds or thousands of models at a time.

General Requirements for Fashion Modeling:

Up until a few years ago, a height of at least 5 feet 9 inches was considered pretty much a requirement for Fashion Modeling especially for the Runway (where you walk up and down a Runway, wearing clothes of a certain brand and/or designer). However, that is fast changing. Now, there are Fashion/Runway shows for pretty much all body types. If you feel good about your body, can walk confidently, and look reasonably good, chances are that you can find some opportunities in Fashion Modeling. For certain apparel and swimwear shows, a good well-proportioned body is more important than just height alone. Since, the shows can require hundreds of models per day (and there are just so many really tall good looking models around), you probably have a good chance of being selected as long as your overall body proportion is in harmony with the product line of the manufacturer. Then, of course, there are apparel and swimwear manufacturers who make clothes for petites and plus-sized customers as well.

4. INTERNET MODELING (web-sites, live webcam, etc.):

Internet modeling, whether it is for static content on web-sites or for live webcam or streaming video is a popular segment. Generally, you have to be over 18 years of age.

5. MODELING FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS, CONTENT CREATORS & STOCK PHOTO AGENCIES:

Photographers hire models all the time, either to build their own portfolios or to create content for Licensing to others and/or for Stock-Photo purposes. The PhotoShoot can be either a paid shoot (where the model gets paid either on an hourly basis or a flat fee) or TFP (trade Time for Prints), or TFCD (trade Time for CD-ROM images). In the TFP or TFCD arrangement no money changes hands. It is just a trade or swap. The photographer invests his/her time, expertise and equipment, and the model invests his/her time. Thus, they can create some content together that both parties can use to further their own professional goals, respectively. Stock Photo Agencies sometimes commission a photographer to take certain pictures that can then be sold or licensed to different companies for use in advertising and marketing materials.

As you can see, there are myriad opportunities in the modeling world. However, it is hard work. Like most other things in life, there is no guarantee of success. It depends on your looks, luck, demeanor, personality, hard work, perseverance, and a burning desire to succeed, among other things.

Others before you have made it big in modeling, and you probably can too! A good first step would be to create your free Portfolio on the Joy Of Modeling website (http://www.joyofmodeling.com/) and on as many other modeling websites as conveniently possible. Contact local modeling agencies. Have a Professional Photographer shoot a nice Portfolio. Attend modeling shows and seminars. Learn about the business. Notice what is working and what is not, and take corrective action. Good luck and best wishes.

The fast-loading Joy Of Modeling website is a popular job searching and referral place for models, photographers, videographers, film makers, agencies, actors, actresses and reps. It is also a resource for talent scouts and recruiters looking to hire for television, film, theater, dancing and entertainment jobs. Aspiring models, actors and actresses looking for their big break have a free opportunity for worldwide exposure at the Joy Of Modeling website. It is a family-friendly site (no nudity, porn, profanity or violence), and has separate sections for grown-ups and kids. The site also offers Free Gifts and/or a Free Shopping spree to its Gold Level members.

Whether you are searching for Models or for Modeling Jobs, please do visit the Joy Of Modeling website (www.JoyOfModeling.com) today. Thank you.

Article Copyright © 2006, AFPI and www.JoyOfModeling.com. Author allows you to distribute this article freely, in its original unedited form, as long as credit is given to the author, and a link back to the website of the author is provided.



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Matt G asked:


I want to send my resume and headshot to a talent agency, but I’m not sure which should be seen first, the resume or headshot.

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Sep
23
Posted on 23-09-2009
Filed Under (talent) by admin on 23-09-2009
The 1 The ONLY asked:


Well, i realy need a talent agency that will be having open audtions for singing and acting. And I also need an agent. If youre interested send me and e-mail.

BTW: im really good at singing.

Christina

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Sep
19
Posted on 19-09-2009
Filed Under (talent) by admin on 19-09-2009
eaglesdude81 asked:


I am 16 years old, going to be a junior. By next summer I will be 17. I want to intern at a Sports Agency or Talent (Actors/Actresses, Musicians, Directors, Writers, etc.) Agency hopefully in the Los Angeles area but not necessarily. If its relevant, I am an excellent student and have a drivers license. Thanks

Robin
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Sep
04
Posted on 04-09-2009
Filed Under (talent) by admin on 04-09-2009
Anna Emmens asked:


ROYD TOLKIEN ANNOUNCES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED LITERARY AGENCY

Great Grandson of J.R.R. Tolkien to Impact Literary Field With Arrival of New Agency

As the great grandson of J.R.R Tolkien, the author of well-known books like The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Royd Tolkien has a keen eye for talent and a love for brilliant writing. Tolkien has been asked all his life when he planned on doing work in the literary field. The question is finally answered with his proud announcement of the Royd Tolkien Literary Agency, which is likely to have a major impact on the publishing world.

When asked why he waited so long to start something of this nature, Tolkien responded, “I was waiting to find an author that inspired me, someone whose work was so good I couldn’t pass up the opportunity. When introduced to Murti Schofield’s concept for The Shadow Histories series, I knew immediately that it was time.”

The Empty Land; the first of six books in The Shadow Histories series; is a retro-futuristic story that chronicles the life of a young girl who must rediscover her forgotten powers to prevent a great darkness descending on humankind. It is geared for readers of any age who love the excitement of interesting characters, unpredictable challenges and the thrill of fast-paced action.

The series has already received serious inquiries about expanding into various formats such as film, game, audio and graphic novel.

Schofield is best known for his work as lead writer on Tomb Raider, Angel of Darkness, and it is his fascination with mysterious landscapes, obscure locations, lost knowledge and secret societies that inspired the creation of both projects.

The Royd Tolkien Literary Agency will represent passionate and creative people who write, illustrate and enjoy great storytelling in any form, while assisting and enabling these talented individuals to reach their goals.

For more information about the Royd Tolkien Literary Agency, please visit www.roydyolkien.com

For release dates of upcoming volumes in the Shadow Histories series and other inquiries, be sure to check The Shadow Histories Web site at

www.shadowhistories.com

or

www.myspace.com/shadowhistories

The Empty Land is available for purchase on Amazon.com, at Barnes & Noble, The Book Depository and all leading bookstores.



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Sep
02
Posted on 02-09-2009
Filed Under (talent) by admin on 02-09-2009
Groshan Fabiola asked:


America’s Next Top Model has indeed evolved into one heck of a reality show. In fact, it was previously popular for its winners, who usually got caught up in a controversy after they make a sassy remark at Nigel Barker.

Those days were long gone, with winners such as Saleisha Stowers (another controversial win) and Jaslene Gonzalez, who is quite notable, despite her second shot at the reality show. CariDee English was also one who won the crowd. The American sweetheart had a bubbly personality which quickly grabbed the spotlight for her. In fact, her assertiveness led her to blurt out a comment at Nigel when they were in Spain . Nonetheless, she became a crowd favorite who eventually landed the title of America ’s Next Top Model. So what has she been up to lately?

CariDee English used her newfound career to help raise awareness about psoriasis, a skin disease which she herself has battled previously. The young model recently flew to Miami to participate in a walk-a-thon event for the disease. While in the city, she talked about her prior experience as a model in Miami .

“I used to model in Miami . I lived here my senior year of high school and worked with Mega Models,” CariDee English explained. “They sent me home immediately after they found out I had psoriasis, a hereditary skin disease that I have had for 16 years, that’s now under control by medication. I moved on and eventually ended up being America ’s Next Top Model, and now I’m the spokeswoman for psoriasis around the world.”

English also gave a tip on how to begin in the modeling industry. If you’re living in Miami and want to be recruited into a modeling agency, just hang around “malls and the beach.” She said, “I hear agents from Elite go all the time to scout.”

However, it isn’t all about getting discovered. Once there, CariDee said that one must “Have a strong heart and mind, as this industry will love you and spit you out in a second.”

For more resources about America’s Next Top Model or for the full story of America ’s Next Top Model: CariDee on Modeling in Miami please review http://www.buddytv.com



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