managers

The Financial Realities of Being an Agent

Secret Agent Man breaks down a typical day into his business’ money issues, from residuals to one-day guest-spot quotes.

3 Easy Ways to Prepare Your Child For An Audition

Here are some useful tips in to help your child prepare for an audition and give them the best shot at booking the job!

How Managers Help Child Actors and Their Parents

Judy Battista and Peggy Becker, owners and managers of Parkside Talent, share advice for child actors and their parents.

How To Find the Right Manager For Your Child Performer

One of the questions I get asked most often by parents is about manager representation. This can be a confusing question to answer because figuring out who you want to represent your child should be supported by both personal and professional reasoning.

How To Stick With It…Even When It's Hard

Being a manager, I have seen this occur more times than I can count. Some kids book right out of the gate and some take a little longer. Even the best bookers have slumps.

Maggie Schuster Manages the Youth Market

As a talent manager at MKS&D, Maggie Schuster reps both promising new talent and young adults on the cusp of fame.

How To Manage Your Child Actor's Expectations

Acting may be exciting and glamorous, but often can be discouraging if bookings don't come. There are some ways parents can be prepared for the rejection that may lie ahead.

8 Steps to Finding a Manager for Your Child

A manager will guide your child through every step of their career. Managers help you find an agent, navigate schedules, advise on pictures and wardrobe, and recommend classes and lessons,

Scam Manager Shut Down

Judge finds L.A. talent rep guilty of pay-to-play scheme.

How To Handle Rejection

Rejection is a big topic for actors. You may feel rejected each time you audition for a role and do not get the part. You may take this personally, and call this “rejection.”