Help me find an agent !?

Question:I want an acting agent, but first I have a few questions.

1. Do I have to have an agent who is in my area?

2. What do you suggest for a 13 year old who cant go to L.A. due to lack of money at the moment! (:

3. What do I need to look for when considering an agent?

4.I live in Dallas, do you know any really good agents in dallas or near here? I need a good one who can help me to the top! (I hope to be the next disney star!) LOL!

5.I am 4'9 and weigh 7o pounds what age roles do I need to go for?

Thanks a bizillion! (:

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I want an acting agent, but first I have a few questions.

1. Do I have to have an agent who is in my area?

2. What do you suggest for a 13 year old who cant go to L.A. due to lack of money at the moment! (:

3. What do I need to look for when considering an agent?

4.I live in Dallas, do you know any really good agents in dallas or near here? I need a good one who can help me to the top! (I hope to be the next disney star!) LOL!

5.I am 4'9 and weigh 7o pounds what age roles do I need to go for?

Thanks a bizillion! (:

Things You’ll Need:

* Acting Classes
* Resumé software
* Resumé paper

Step 1:
Decide whether you want to be a professional actor (addressed here) or an amateur. If you want to be a professional, read on.

Step 2:
Move to a major city. Eventually, New York or Los Angeles will be your destination, but as you build your resumé of experience you can work in other major metropolitan areas that have good theater or film communities.

Step 3:
Enroll in acting class. Good actors study their entire lives. To choose a good class, ask trusted, successful professionals for references.

Step 4:
Get a headshot (see "How to Get a Headshot," under Related eHows).

Step 5:
Compose a resumé of all the work you have done so far. As your body of work grows, drop the less professional work (such as school plays) from your resumé.

Step 6:
Send your headshot and resumé with a brief cover letter to all the casting directors and agents in your area. Follow up with postcards every four to six months, updating them on your current acting projects.

Step 7:
Read the trade papers regularly: "Backstage," "Dramalogue," "The Ross Reports" and "Variety," as well as online publications such as newenglandfilm.com, as appropriate. Know what is being cast where, and send headshots and notes directly to directors and producers whenever possible, requesting auditions.

Step 8:
Always accept invitations to industry events and parties, and meet industry professionals whenever possible. Who you know is extremely important.

Step 9:
Persevere.
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Here is a list of talent agencies in Dallas, TX.
CAMPBELL AGENCY, THE
Two Turtle Creek
3838 Oaklawn, St. 900
Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 522-8991
A,CH,F,M,O,S,*,C,T,V
www.thecampbellagency.com

COLLINS TALENT AGENCY, MARY
2909 Cole Avenue, Suite 250
Dallas, TX 75204-1307
(214) 871-8900
C,F,O,P,T,V,*A,CD,COM,DD,H,Id,If,In,NB...
www.marycollins.com

CLUTTS AGENCY, THE
1807 Ross Avenue, Gallery 167
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 761-1400
www.thecluttsagency.com

DAWSON AGENCY INC., KIM
1645 Stemmons Fwy., Suite B
Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 638-2414
A,CH,D,F,M,MU,O,S,*,C,R,T,V
www.kimdawsonagency.com

HORNE AGENCY, THE
4420 West Lovers Lane
Dallas, TX 75209
(214) 350-9220
www.thehorneagency.com

Well, I want to be like what you are wanting. But I dont really know any agents. To help you, Go to newfaces.com its will find you an agent. I am going to probably sign up in the summer. Ohh and for good tips,
1. You have to have a good memorization.
2. You have to have a good voice for singing. (Just in case you are the person who does the promos)
3. I heard you have to look good. (But thats already taken care of, Everyone looks Great!)
Your welcome,
Joelle

Hey, I'm 13, too! First of all, you're in luck. Dallas has some great agents, and yes, you need to have an agent in your area (2-3 hour range) since they find you auditions in their area that you need to be able to get to. You're very small, which is great for acting, and that means you can play younger roles. An agency should probably be SAG Franchised or Affiliated. You can check this on sag.org. I have listed some agencies in your area below that you can check out with your parents. Also: You do not need to go to L.A to become an actress! Actors are all over the country. Remember that. And never pay money to an agency; all you will need is a good headshot, resume (free), and possibly some acting classes. Good luck!

Talent Agencies in/near Dallas, TX:

Kim Dawson Agency
http://www.kimdawsonagency.com/

Campbell Agency
http://www.thecampbellagency.com/

Clutts Agency
http://www.thecluttsagency.com/cluttskid...

For headshots, I recommend Really Cool Kids!
http://www.reallycoolkids.com/

Other Agencies:
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&i...