Talent Agent Workshop 1

With auditions still taking place virtually it's important that agents know you have the chops as well as the set-up. If you are looking for representation there is no better way to find it than actually getting in front of agents and showing them what you can do. The evening will start with a short interview followed by 2 pieces of commercial copy, provided in advance. Feedback and re-direction is given and is followed by an open Q&A discussion. You must have a head shot and resume to attend. All of the pros in attendance are at the top agencies in New York City and work on major national network, cable, wildspot and internet commercials. They work with both union and non-union talent.

Brooke & Mary say: "This workshop is always a quick sell-out so sign up fast. It's a favorite of past students, many of whom got sent out on auditions and even signed after this event. If you've taken previous introductory classes and want to showcase your skills and meet some of the premiere talent agents in New York City, then this workshop is right for you."

Your Hosts: Brooke & Mary

Class size limited to 12 students

This is not a "pay for play" workshop. You are not guaranteed work, auditions or representation by taking this workshop. It is designed to assist you in future auditions. It also offers you a level of comfortability and an opportunity to get feedback from industry professionals.

About Your Instructors

Danielle Furey

Talent Agent, Citizen Talent

Danielle began here career 3 decades ago casting "real people" for national brands; from cowboys and crop dusters in Montana to brass bands in New Orleans to canoe builders in Maine, she'd then go on those shoots to style wardrobe, props and sets. She brings the unique ability to understand the needs and concerns of our talent during every step of the process from castings to callbacks to bookings and beyond. Through careful casting submissions, detailed audition emails, follow-up calls and texts and many pep talks, Danielle is always as excited as the talent for a job well done. It's this personal connection to the people Citizen Talent represents that makes her an invaluable part of the team.

Chrissy Marie K

Talent Agent, BiCoastal Management

Chrissy Marie K is the Print, Commercial and Voice Over Booker at Bicoastal Mgmt. She has a background in social media management, PR and sales. BICOASTAL MGMT represents Models and Talent of all types with offices in New York City and Los Angeles. With fashion, commercial, print, parts, showroom and runway models, as well as the top fit models in the industry, they are truly full service. The Print, Voice Over & Commercial department represents a substantial range of experienced and professional talent from high fashion and beauty to lifestyle and fitness. Chrissy has booked talent for names and brands such as McDonalds, Coca-Cola, L'OREAL, Sol de Janeiro, Converse, Tiffany's, Target, Macy's, Apple, Adidas, Nike, Under Armour, Ashley Stewart, and Marc Jacobs. Her eye for curating talent and cultivating relationships with clients has led to many successes for her roster of models and actors.

Mary Egan Callahan (Host)

Casting Director, House Casting

Brooke Thomas (Host)

Casting Director, Brooke Thomas Casting

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this right for me? Who should take classes and workshops in the Casting Loop?

From real people to real actors, Casting Loop instructional offerings are for people who are looking to book television commercials and TV programming. Our classes, workshops and events fill up with everyone from curious, unsigned, non-union aspirers looking to get into the business to established actors looking to improve and hone their performance techniques for commercial and TV auditions. While actors, comedians, and improv artists consistently sign up to our classes, we have many, many people from all walks of life, like doctors, lawyers, assistants, housewives, athletes, business professionals, art dealers, etc., etc., etc.

Who has taken these type classes in the past?

Thousand of our students have taken classes and we see them appearing on ad spots, television shows and film everyday. Some who went on to train for commercials (usually before they got popular) via our class and then rose up the entertainment ladder include: Ben Schwartz (House of Lies), Nick Kroll (The Kroll Show, The League), Aubrey Plaza (Parks and Recreation, Safety Not Required), Bayne Gibby and Jason Mantzoukas (Enlightened), Ed Helms (Daily Show, The Office,The Hangover), Adam Pally (Happy Endings), Jessica St. Clair (Best Friends Forever, Bridesmaids), Rob Huebel (Human Giant, Adult Swim series Childrens Hospital) Michael Nathanson (Side Effects), Kate McKinnon (SNL), Pete Holmes (voice of the E-Trade baby and soon to be host of The Midnight Show with Pete Holmes). ...This is a very small partial list! ...And maybe you’ve seen people in ads that you didn’t know were past students such as comedian Coleman Green (Cablevision pink pixel), actress/songstress Nadia Quinn (Yoplait yogurt), Sara Megan Thomas (wrote and starred in the movie Backwards), Jim Connelly (Amtrak and many other ads). This list goes on and on...

What is your refund policy?

Plans change, we get it. If you book a job or something else comes up we'll try to resell your seat if you notify us 7 or more days prior to the start of the class or workshop. (Go to "Contact Us" to let us know.) But if it's a 7 day or less notice and we can't fill your seat, we won't be able to refund.

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