Best Of Backstage Experts: Child Actors and Agents

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Finding an agent is difficult for any actor, but oftentimes child performers have it a little tougher. Parents are extra cautious of their children working, and as a result, can sometimes hinder instead of heild their relationships with their child's representation. But not to worry, our Backstage Experts have advice for the best ways for parents to work with their child's agent so that everyone is happy!

3 Ways Parents Can Help Their Child's Agent (By Jackie Reid)

7 Items Actors Need To Have For Their Agents (By Pamela Goldman)

3 Pillars of the Agent/Child Actor Relationship (By Pamela Goldman)

5 Ways To Have a Good Parent/Agent Relationship (By Gwyn Gilliss)

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Jackie Reid
Jackie Reid owns and operates L’il Angels Unlimited, a talent management company, which specializes in placing young actors in films, theater productions, commercials, print media, on television, and with voiceover work. Reid works extensively with agents in New York and L.A.
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Gwyn Gilliss
As the “Foremost Marketing Coach for Actors,” Gwyn was a successful actor herself working in all mediums. An Emmy Award nominee, she appeared on dozens of network daytime and primetime series. Her film scripts won awards from Beverly Hills to Cannes. She’s the premier role model with winning strategies and first-hand knowledge of the TV, film, and theater industries which she shares to help actors succeed. Request a complimentary 15-minute career session: gwyngilliss.com/contact.
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