Why being represented by a Modeling or Talent Agency is much better than being independent

Don’t lose valuable time, reputation and money by going independent or freelancing as a model or actor. Let a skilled and reputable agent do this work for you.

1- The Agency has the resources and ability to book you on projects much better than you could ever do because that is what they do. 
2- The Agency works with and can expose you to the real potential hiring clients. Many so called clients that look for unrepresented talent do so knowing they can get around paying the talent, or want to do something inappropriate with the talent.
 3- The Agency has the ability to negotiate a fair market rate for you much better that you could ever do for yourself. They can act as the bad guy if needed in achieving the best deal possible for you.
4- The Agency invoice and bill the client for the project making sure everything is legal and professional. The Agency often will hire an Attorney to go over all contracts.
5- The Agency makes sure that you get paid for the project. This is not always easy, often there are different billing clients that need to be invoiced and no one wants to be a bill collector. They have the resources and clout to get the difficult clients to pay.
If you have questions or need further advice call Craze Agency at 801-5430067 or go to http://www.crazeagency.wordpress.com

2011-2012 to be on the rise for models, actors and extras!

 Craze Agency predicts 2011-2012 to be on the Rise for Models, Actors and Extras!
It looks like the early months of 2011 will bring an increase in modeling and acting opportunities in Utah and Idaho.       
 Apply Now!Many of Craze Agency's larger hiring clients have expressed that they expect advertising and promotions to be on the rise especially when compared with 2009 and 2010.
1. HB99 cleared the Utah State Senate today by a unanimous vote of 29 to 0. Our incentive retains a 20% floor. However, a production Company may earn 25% if it employs a significant percentage of Cast and Crew from Utah (GOED and the MPAU are discussing a figure in the 85% to 90% range), gives the State and The Film Commission credit on the film or provides other promotional opportunities such as portraying the story as having taken place in Utah.
2. Eliminates the so-called "Sunset Provision" enabling the Film Commission to pursue a series.
3. Provides for 6.8 million Dollars in "Ongoing" Tax Credit Funding.

"The Hollywood Reporter's" next issue will have an editorial of Made in Utah productions. THR will take an in-depth look at the renaissance of Utah’s production market, and provides all of the relevant incentive information. Idaho filmed a number of feature films in 2010 and is busy bringing in new clients.
The Idaho Film Industry is gearing up to present a new bill further increasing film incentives in Idaho.

This along with many Hollywood projects moving away from LA to cut budgets and filming in areas like Utah, Idaho and Colorado is exciting news for Craze Agency and other talent agencies in our area.

According to Craze Agency CEO Troy Lee, "2010 was the busiest Promotional Modeling and Brand Ambassador booking year in the 12 year history of Craze Agency. Craze also was involved with dozens of Commercial print modeling campaigns in Utah and Idaho.”

Craze already has prospective bookings lined up for 2011 throughout the US. 2010 was also a banner Internet Spokespersons, Testimonials and Web Commercials.
For More information about Craze Agency go to www.crazeagency.wordpress.com

Latest Craze Agency casting calls

Craze Agency Casting calls Student Film Auditions, Males and Females ages 30-60, Eagle, Idaho Project Name: The Atomic Disappearance Students in the Arts West School film department in Eagle, Idaho are putting together a 5-10 minute, non-union, student film.


Utah-Casting Call for Short Comedy “Love Sick” – Auditions this Saturday and Sunday, Auditions THIS WEEK! 4PM – 9PM Near Downtown Salt Lake City


We have a studio out of Boise, Idaho that is interested in doing a Hospital/Medial stock video/photo shoot using Male and Female Models. Non-speaking The shoot is flexible and can be scheduled around individuals models selected. Pay for this shoot is $40 per hour.


Salt Lake and St. George Extras needed! NEW DISNEY CHANNEL FEATURE, GUIDE TO LIFE Produced by Salty Pictures Paying


Spokane-Wanted: participants for the court of Henry the VIII Auditions for the 2011 season of the NorthWest Renaissance Festival will be held:


Auditions/Twin Falls auditions for the musical production of, Godspell, 10 a.m. to noon MARCH 6 and 2-4 p.m. MARCH 7 at The cast will include five males and five females, ages 15 to adult.


Auditions for CHARADE A story of romance and suspense in Paris, as a woman is pursued by several men who want a fortune her murdered husband had stolen. Who can she trust? A scene for BYU TMA 319, an advanced film directing class Looking for actors to play the following roles:


Talented Female Reps ages 18-40 for Fashion Events, Idaho Falls, Idaho Our client is currently accepting submissions for a Manger, Brand Ambassador, and Host in your area. Please read below for all of the details. MALL FASHION EVENT When: Every Thursday starting 3/10 thru 3/31 from 10:00am-2:30pm


Girls ages 4-10 for a Major Independent Film, Utah A Major Casting Director has been brought on to cast a new film in Utah. SAG Modified Low budget film – Independent film makers – but – it is a really good script.


Male Spokestalent ages 30-45, Utah Local video production company is going to need Males between 30-45 years old for several paid gigs coming up. These are industrials, web only. Need men to look like business men. The pay will be $250 for a half a day (probably just a 2-3 hour shoot)


Female Actress early 20′s for Online Action/Drama Series, Utah Casting for Archeus, an interactive online Action/Drama series set in current times. Actors will be required to shoot 4 to 6 days a month until all episodes are complete (estimating 6 months), Paying


Casting all Craze Agency markets for new Feature Film, Boy, age 9 for the lead role for an upcoming film “Little Boy” a World War II film LITTLE BOY (PEPPER FLYNT BUSBEE) …9 years old (real age) to play 7/8 CaucasianSee More


Utah-Females 18-35, Spanish/English Bilingual for AXE Angel In-store Promotion, DEMO PROGRAM EVENT DETAILS Program Name: Walmart AXE Bilingual We have an exciting event coming up that we need your assistance in


Student Film Casting, Males and Females ages mid 20′s- 40′s, Utah Casting a film project for a Student Advanced Motion Picture class. It is not a paid project, but it’s a good portfolio piece for actors, and they can provide you with a copy for your reel. Casting call for Student Project, The Job


Male Spokestalent ages 30-45, Utah Local video production company is going to need Males between 30-45 years old for several paid gigs coming up. These are industrials, web only. Need men to look like business men. The pay will be $250 for a half a day (probably just a 2-3 hour shoot)


Female Actress early 20′s for Online Action/Drama Series, Utah Casting for Archeus, an interactive online Action/Drama series set in current times. Actors will be required to shoot 4 to 6 days a month until all episodes are complete (estimating 6 months), Paying


All Craze Markets-Pilgrim Films & Television is casting season three of Top Shot, a reality TV marksmanship show airing on The History Channel. Casting across the U.S. Seeking—Individuals & Couples: males & females, 21+, good physical shape, must be resident or citizen of the U.S., and reasonably proficient with shooting .
KIDZBOP 2011 COMMERCIAL CASTING, boys and girls ages 8-14 NON-UNION
Please be advised that the is selected based on their uploaded video. IF selected, you will be flown to a casting location closest to you by the production company. Pay $10,000

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Project: University of Phoenix commercial (non Speaking principals)
Casting Buyout info.: Unlimited versions/lifts. All forms of broadcast television including National TV, Cable, and Regional. Internet. Industrial. PR/Agency reels. 1 year. North America Pays well!

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Children ages 7-11, Utah The “Scripture Stories” broadcast on the Mormon Channel has been one of the most popular (frequently accessed) programs for the last two years! They are now casting to find children to participate.NEEDED: Children between ages 7-11 years as of September 1, 2011.

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Boise-Military Family Photo/Video Shoot,
We have a studio out of Boise, Idaho that is interested in doing a Military Family stock video/photo shoot using Male and Female Models. Non-speaking
Looking for actual Military personnel with a Uniform. It doesn’t matter if you are current or not.The shoot will be the end of this week or begin…

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Utah-Looking for extras
Boys/Girls age 9-12
Adults (male/female) ages 30-50
Please email Craze

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We are in need of a 2 Male actors between 5’6″ and 5’8″ with slim builds to play Megamind from the DreamWorks movie, “Megamind” for an in-store event coming up this weekend.

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OMISSION Produced by Jason SteadmanWritten & Directed by Steve GreeneAuditions will be held on the Salt Lake Community College campus in Taylorsville, Utah on Thursday,

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Spokane-Needing several actors for a short project film ,
Need a few people who are interested in acting for a small project that is being planned. These are non speaking roles, which will be filmed as a music video of sorts.Need are as follows-A couple (female and male)3 males and 4 females

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The Biggest Loser is holding a Casting Call on March 12 in SLC!
Be part of the most inspirational show on TV. Several contestants from Utah have come to our castings and have made it on the show!

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BYU Student Film Casting, Males 25-45 and Females ages 7-12, Utah
Casting session It will be held in South Salt Lake City

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Utah-Local Director is looking for a young girl from the age of 2-5 with blonde hair to imitate their six- year- old actress.
They will need to go with the Director around SLC, to parks, etc. and get some snap shots to use as “family photos” for the movie.
This is for the short film, IMAGINE,

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Short Film Audition, Utah
“Frosting”
Directed by Phillip Clark Davis from a script by Chance LaSalle.
Audition Date: Saturday, February 12, 2011
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00p.m.

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“Weighted” Casting Call – Male/Female 23-40, Utah
An upcoming BYU Senior Capstone project, “Weighted,” is a short film about a girl who can’t fly. Or rather, her story about being the twin sister of a boy who discovers this surprising ability. Set in a realistic contemporary world, this piece is both comedic along with poignant siblin

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Boise-Film Project of Mass Communication Department at Northwest Nazarene University is looking for talents.
This film project is design as a 20 min comedy tv pilot, and will be shot in HD. This is a professional & high value production. The filming schedule is set on all day
Craze Agency Casting calls All Craze Markets-Pilgrim Films & Television is casting season three of Top Shot, a reality TV marksmanship show airing on The History Channel. Casting across the U.S. Seeking—Individuals & Couples: males & females, 21+, good physical shape, must be resident or citizen of the U.S., and reasonably proficient with shooting .


Major Model Casting Call- ages 5-60- Boise and surrounding areas Craze Talent only!!! The Craze Agency has been working with a Photographer/Stock Photo and Video Studio out of Boise, Idaho. Their studio exclusively uses Craze Agency Models for their various concept shooting. Great Pay.


Powder Mounain Casting- Males 35-65, Utah Project: Powder Mountain “PowMow” Webisodes . Exact times TBA Location of Audition: Midvale, Utah Casting session in downtown Salt Lake City. Various Ages


For Intermountain Healthcare, Heart Brand TV. Auditions will be 10 minutes for each spot. Client: Intermountain Healthcare Good Pay We are looking for a MALE Brand Ambassador ages 19-35 to help with Set-up tomorrow and work the rest of the weekend on our BRITA program. All the details are below. Event: BRITA.


Utah-Fade-IN Pictures is looking for a Female, age 18-30, to co-star in their film, Death Canyon. The film will be submitted to film festivals in the USA as well as internationally. The nature of the film is an improv thriller movie..


We have a studio out of Boise, Idaho that is interested in doing a Military stock video/photo shoot using Male and Female Models ages 18+. Non-speaking Looking for actual Military personnel with a Uniform. It doesn’t matter if you are current or not. The shoot will be the week of January 24. Exact time TBA Pay for this shoot is $40 per hour..


Nampa Idaho, Senior Student Film Project of Mass Communication Department at Northwest Nazarene. This film project is design as a 20 min comedy tv pilot, and will be shot in HD. This is a professional & high value production. The filming schedule is set on all day Saturday 18-21, 25-27 of Feb.


Bigfoot Studios is casting Underwater Action, a show about underwater modeling. L. Romero, casting assoc. Shooting eight weeks, dates TBD, in Southeast Asia. Seeking—Models: females, 18+..


So You Think You Can Dance” auditions are returning to Salt Lake City. And Mary Murphy is returning to, “So You Think You Can Dance.” Auditions for the Fox dance competition are scheduled for: Wednesday, Feb. 2, at the.


NEW FEATURE TV FILM, UTAH Actor Breakdown- PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE BREAKDOWN! Working Title: Good Luck Charlie Production Company: Salty Pictures, Inc. Director: Arlene Sanford …Casting Director: Jeff Johnson Shoot Dates: Starts Monday, March 6, 2011 (for 5 weeks) Shooting Locations: Salt Lake, Park City and St George, Utah Rates: SAG SCALE (Television Contract) .


Utah-Production will be needing a lot of extras between the age of 15 and 40 (AGE 15 TO 25 WOULD BE IDEAL) for Monday, November 22. They would like to have …a fun crowd of 50 to 100 music loving people. They are filming a few alternative rock concert scenes.


Boise-Audition Date/Time December 12, 2 p.m. & December 13, at 7 p.m. in the greenroom. Needed- 3 Men, 3 Women, ages 25-50. No preparation or appointment necessary.


We have a client that is going to be in need of some Extras for a marketing video. They are going to need Male and Female talent, any Ethnicity. Shooting will take place at locations in Salt Lake City, Utah


Boise-Auditions for Feature Film Trailer, Males and Females 20+ Upcoming Cannes Film Festival script entry, “Saddle in the Night” is about to shoot a teaser trailer for the feature film. The Teaser will be shot in Boise, Idaho.

Here are some important tips that can really help your modeling and talent agency help you!

Here are some important tips that can really help your modeling and talent agency help you!

When you are booked for a job often you will not hear from the client until the night before on the details of the job. This happens a lot because often they do not know exact times until they finish the previous days shooting.
Trust your agent, that if they contact us we will let you know ASAP! Please make sure to keep you phone close and check your email.
You need to be patient and understand it is not that they are not organized but that things don't always go perfect because of so many variables they have to deal with.
This is just part of the business but if you are patient things usually work out.
We never want there to be rescheduling or date conflicts but it is out of our hands when it comes to this area.

Do not call you agent after each audition asking if you were hired or have received a call back. The agent will immediately call or email you once we are notified if they want to book you.
Sometimes it can take a few days for the clients to book the talent sometimes many months so always keep your sides just in case. If we let every person know when they did not receive a part all we would have time for is contacting our talent and we would never find new jobs or be able to book the jobs we are doing at that time.

Many National and some local Clients take more than 30 days time to pay you, even when your agent bills them with a 30 day voucher.
We hate it as bad as you do, (we all have bills to pay). Often they have 2-4 clients they bill to get you paid (art directors, photographers, ad agencies, the actual client), so it can take sometimes 60-90 days.
We will do everything in their power to collect, but it has always been that way and it will probably never change with the big national companies. They know they get a lot of people work so if you harass them too much the client will just use someone else or another agency.
We will do everything in our power to get you your hard earned money and our success rate is over $98 Percent! Remember we will email you the day the check clears so you can pick it up. Please don't bug us because it does no good, we have a great billing system and stay on top of all our invoices.

If a client asks you what your rate is, say, "call my agent" or you can call your agent and let them know and we will negotiate it for you and get legal contracts for you. That is our profession and we will make sure to get documents signed if needed and get you the best rate possible for that type of project in our market. Usually clients that do not want to initially go through agents will either never pay or low ball you or work in a very unprofessional manner. If there budget is small we still know how to get the most money possible for you. Also you are responsible to let the agency know about these projects and pay your commission.

Our goal is to help nurture and establish you in our markets so that we both can have a fantastic long term relationship and continue to grow. We hope this helps you to understand the business a little better
If you need more information you can call Craze Agency at 801-438-0067 or go online to
www.crazeagency.com

LA Talent Manager coming to Craze Agency

LA Talent Management company will be holding auditions for unrepresented talent from 2:00pm- 6:00pm on Friday, January 21. THIS WILL BE ONE DAY ONLY.
Branden started his career as a singer/actor and moved out to Los Angeles in 2004 to try and achieve that dream. In 2005 he decided to jump behind the scenes and work on developing new talent and help them reach their goals of “Making It” in the industry. From 2005 to 2009 while in Los Angeles he helped start the careers of many young talents and place them with many different agents..

Since 2009 Branden has worked with many different management companies and agencies in the Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, and Las Vegas areas, gaining more experience in the industry. By 2010 Branden felt it was time to start his own management company. specializing in actors and singers in Los Angeles. Branden will continue to find new talent to work with and mold into the stars of tomorrow. Branden loves to scout and find talent and hopes to meet many different talents of all different ages that he may be able to represent in Los Angeles.

Branden is also currently working on many different projects and ways to help people develop their talent. Ever since Branden was a child he wanted to see names in lights, he has discovered that it is not his name he is looking to see in the lights but the talent he represents and will strive to reach that goal. Branden’s talent has gone on to star on Disney Channel, Lifetime Network, CSI, Law and Order, My Wife and Kids, Dark Water, Step Brothers, Power Rangers, and many different roles on the “Big Screen” and Broadway.

Branden's goal with his management company is to bring all his knowledge and industry connections together to create a great management company in LA for finding and developing talent. Branden has always been different in how he views the entertainment industry and because of his forward thinking and tremendous ability to recognize new talent; there are truly no limits to what he is capable of. Branden has always been a leader, not a follower and looks forward to becoming the leader in all aspects of the entertainment industry.
He does not require people to relocate to California but does require that they are available to come out for auditions. He will sit down with talent that he is interested in and Craze to establish a game plan on what you are willing to do.
The more you are in the process and the more time you put into auditions, the more work you will receive.

What to prepare for:

Actors will need to prepare a 30 second- 1 minute Monologue of your choice
Models will need to bring in a portfolio and/or photos
Singers will need to prepare a 30 second- 1 minute song of your choice. You will sing it acapella.
Dancers will need to prepare a short 30 second- 1 minute routine. Please bring your own music.
If you are interested in being submitted email Craze Agency at crazeagency@sisna.com
Include
1-Name
2-Age
3-Resume
4-Photo
5-The areas you would like to be considered for
We will let you know if they would like to meet!

Craze Agency key acting tips

1- When you are booked for any job write down the director, producer, casting director, TV Network etc... You need this info. For your resume. Also remember the part you played. (If it was extra work you must put that in a separate Extra category not acting). Always update your resume the day you do the project. You would not believe the amount of work people lose out on because their resumes are not updated.

2- To insure payment when you are booked on a job, please remember to bring appropriate ID and fill out all forms legibly and correctly. Also keep track of the dates you work and what job it was just in case.

3- Keep your look close to the photos your agent uses to promote you, or you must update the photos. Clients really get upset when you do not match your photo or if we send you out to meet them and you have gained or lost weight, have longer hair or a different color we could lose that client permanently.

4- Never say a negative word on set. Even among fellow actors or models. Even about other agencies. It never helps you or us in the long run! Let's take the high road even though many people and agencies don't.

5- A successful Modeling and Acting career is like any other career it takes time, persistence, dedication, knowledge, skill and patience!

6- Many National Clients take time to pay you, even when your agent bills them with a 30 day voucher. We all hate it as bad as you do, (we all have bills to pay). Often they have 2-3 clients they bill to get you paid. Legitimate agents will do everything in their power to collect, but it has always been that way and will probably never change with the big national companies. They know they get a lot of people work so if you harass them too much the client will just use someone else.

7- Do not accept an audition unless you are 100% sure you can make it and be on time. Usually agents are limited in the time slots we have and we do not have time to replace you. We also give the casting director a list the night before and they will too be busy the next day of the audition for us to schedule someone else with them. They just figure you are unreliable.

8- No matter how you feel inside you have to portray self confidence when you are interviewed. Clients never hire people who let them know they are new at this or who are not a polished finished product.

9- Don't show it or be shocked if the audition is not what you visualized. A pro expects it to always be different and is ready to make quick on the spot adjustments. They almost want it to be tough because they know the amateur will let it affect them. Half of success in this business is
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Being very adaptable on the fly. That is why it takes training and experience for many of the jobs.

10- Always just have fun with this business. Clients love to be around smiling, funny, happy people. Many actors, models get too serious when they audition because they feel the pressure.

11- If a client ask you what your rate is say, call my agent or let us know. That is our job and we will make sure to get documents signed if needed and get you the best rate possible for that type of project. Usually clients that do not want to initially go through agents will either never pay or low ball you or work in an unprofessional manner. Plus you are responsible to let the agency know about these projects.

12- If you need an agent research the Better Business Bureau, call your local Film Commission and ask casting directors who they use. If you live in the western U.S. except California contact the Craze Agency 801-438-0067, www.crazeagency.com

Models and Actors advice to further your career from Craze Agency

When we get complaints from hiring clients or if a talent does not perform well it's usually because they have not practiced or read this information.
1-Please do not go out or submit for on an audition unless we have approved your headshot, portfolio and resume that you will be using.

2-Before going to a job or audition please make 100% sure you know the address and directions. If at all possible go the day before or very early. You cannot be late or panicky. We often get calls when we are not open or last minute calls of talent forgetting the address or lost and usually it is too late to help! First impressions are so very important in this industry.

3-When you are auditioning in front of a camera and are asked to slate , wait for them to say slate or action or camera rolling then look directly into the camera and say “Hello my name is (first and last name) ____________________.
(Please do not rush it, sound confidant and give them a sincere smile). If you would like to (but not mandatory) you can also say I am represented by the Craze Agency and I am auditioning for the role of (example) Mary. If you are under 18 say your age.
(If they ask you any questions on camera just listen to them and answer them confidently). After you have slated you then read your scene to the reader NOT THE CAMERA! (If you are not 100% sure of yourself please attend a class the next time Craze President Troy Lee is offering them, I guarantee you it will help immensely).
4- When you are booked for any job, write down the director, producer, casting director, TV Network etc. You need this information for your resume. Talent will often call Craze a few months after the project and seek the info. It is hard for us to remember every detail because we literally book thousands of different jobs. Remember name of the part or character you played. (If it was extra work you must put that in a separate Extra category not acting). Always update your resume the day you do the project and get us copies. You would not believe the amount of work people lose out on because their resumes are not updated or we do not have any and they are not updated on our database.

This also applies to getting copies or tearsheets from clients for your own personal portfolio. Again talent will often call Craze a few months after the project asking for a copy. Often times clients will move on to their next project as well as Craze. We are constantly working to get you new and exciting opportunities.


5- To insure payment when you are booked on jobs that are SAG film projects, please remember to bring appropriate ID and fill out all forms legibly and correctly. Keep a copy. Also keep track of the dates you work the name of the client and what the job was just in case.
If it is not a SAG project Craze agency will generally bill the client and we will contact you when they have paid.

6- Keep your look close to the agency approved photos we use to promote you or you must update the photos. Clients really get upset when you do not match your photo or if we send you out to meet them and you have gained or lost weight, have longer hair or a different color of hair, etc. We could lose that client permanently. The reason you have photos is so they know exactly what you look like. This is why we refer you to photographers that understand this. Don't think you can just get by, because a legitimate agency cannot promote you without the correct photos. Also do not use a different photo than we suggest because you like it better. We know what is appropriate for you, this is our job. Some actors have seen other actors with different agencies use photocopies or poor quality headshots and say to us “they were able to get the audition with a photocopy so why is it a big deal”. The reason it is a big deal is because chances are that photo will go directly into the client’s garbage can and that person will be thought of as an amateur. Also, that talent and or agency does not realize they have probably missed out on numerous auditions because in this business first impression is everything!

7- Never ever say a negative word among fellow actors or models or clients! Even about other agencies. It never helps you or us in the long run! Let's all take the high road even though many people and agencies don't. It is better to not say anything unless it is positive. It always catches up with people. Sometimes it really is irritating to hear others bad mouth or say unsubstantiated comments about you, the clients or us, but those people usually burn enough bridges over time and end up out of the industry.

8- A successful Modeling and Acting career is like any other career, it takes time, persistence, dedication, knowledge, skill and patience! We work with almost every major client in our region. We do everything in our power to represent each and every one of you effectively. Sometimes there are not any opportunities that your look and skill level match, other times you will be too busy to do everything offered. Try to be well rounded, you will receive many more bookings. We do everything in our power to get you booked.

9- Many National Clients will take their sweet time to pay you and us, even when we bill them with a 30-60 day voucher. We hate it as bad as you do (we all have bills to pay). We will do everything in our power to collect but it has always been that way and will probably never change with the some of the big national companies and even some local companies. They know they get a lot of people work so if you harass them too much the client will just use someone else next time. Many times the specific client that pays you the talent, has to first bill one or two other clients for them to get paid, and many times each of those clients are on a 30-day voucher. Unfortunately it is the agency and talent that are paid last. It has always been that way. Trust us; you will be paid as soon as possible!!! If you cannot work under their system do not accept the job. Usually the Major Films do not take more than 30 days. Talent that threatens us will not be sent out again, because it is out of our control. Please remember we are not the ones paying you to do the job. We do promise to do everything we can to help; we all want to get paid for our efforts.

10- Do not accept an audition unless you are 100% sure you can make it and be on time. Usually we are limited in the time slots we have and we do not have time to replace you. We also give the casting director a list the night before. It is too hard the next day of the audition for us to schedule someone else with them. They just figure you are unreliable. We always hear back from them! If you do not show up on time to auditions we cannot represent you.

11- When we post castings with age ranges for example 19-24 years old that usually means the client wants a 22 year old. Only respond if you fit the profile closely. Do not respond with things like I am 29 or 16 but I look much younger or older. Sometimes we get talent that say things like I have been told I can play much younger or older. Sometimes this is may be true but trust our judgment, we know what you can play, we would be crazy not to send you if you fit the description and the client would allow us to do so. Some jobs have an 18 and up age category if it says that do not respond if you are less than 18 years of age. They will not hire you.

12-Remember if you are difficult or bothersome for us to work with we will definitely not send you to meet our clients. All it takes is one bad experience and we can lose a valuable client we have worked years to land.

13- No matter how you feel inside at the time of an audition, you must portray self-confidence when you are interviewed. Clients never hire people who let them know they are new at this or who are not a polished finished product. You just cannot have excuses if you expect to be successful at this.

14- Do not show it or be shocked if the audition is not what you visualized. It usually isn’t the way you think it is going to be. There is not one set way every client auditions! A pro expects it to always be different and is ready to make quick on the spot adjustments. The pro does not mind if it is a tough audition because they know the amateur will let it affect them. Half of success in this business is being very adaptable on the fly. That is why it often takes continual training and experience to book the larger higher paying projects. The more prepared you are the less likely things will throw you off.

15- Just have fun with this business. Clients love to be around smiling, funny, happy people. Many actors, models get too serious when they audition because they feel the pressure. It then shows up to the clients. You need to make the clients feel comfortable with you. Enjoy the journey; often it’s better than the final result!

16- If a client contacts you personally, asks you your rate or would like to book you say, “Call my agent at the Craze Agency”, or let Craze know and we will contact them and work out the deal.
That is our job and we will make sure to get documents signed if needed and get you the best rate possible for that type of project. We know what you are worth in the market! Usually the clients that do not want to initially go through agents or behind our backs will either never pay or low ball you or work in an unprofessional manner. Plus you are responsible to let the agency know about these projects anyway. If we hear about it though the grapevine we will stop prompting you. We are here to be your Acting, Modeling and Extra agent and will take care of you!

17-Try to read your Craze casting site at least twice a day if not more!!!!
Many projects are last minute or only a day's notice. Some are on a first come first serve basis. Become very familiar with computers almost everyone in our industry is going that way. Read the casting call carefully, we receive tons of calls and emails asking questions that are answered on the casting call. We let you know as much info. As we have on each call. Sometimes we receive emails from talent like this. "I have been receiving tons of castings but recently have not received any I fit, please find me work! This will not help us help you! We cannot create new jobs out of thin air. We are relentless in our pursuit of work because we want to make money too!! If we have not talked to you or emailed you anything that you fit be patient or occasionally remind us that you are willing and available. Also please only ask questions that are absolutely important. We receive 100’s of emails and want to spend our time finding and negotiating you work! Use common sense. Occasionally we get the comment that talent only wants us to send them audition notices that they fit. There are many reasons why we cannot do this (trust us; it is not feasible with our time constraints).
Just delete them.

18-When we give you advice it is based on our wisdom from well over 25 years of 9-10 hours per day working with tens of thousands of good and bad hiring clients and talents. We thoroughly understand what is needed for the local, national and international markets and your specific talents in those markets and the budgets that you and the clients have and the ability to maximize all of these things. For some reason some talent think they know more than we do and always do it the hard way. Or they will take the advice from a couple of people who work in only one of the 100's of areas we promote in. It never works and we both then become frustrated! Yes you should use your best-educated judgment in the final analysis but trust our expertise. I would never tell a doctor how to treat and diagnose me, or an airline pilot how to fly the plane. Let us do our job; it will pay off for you in the future!

19- We have your best interest in mind and appreciate your hard work, loyalty and referrals. We are going to continue to grow and are always trying our best to improve and serve you better. We believe we have the most efficient and organized system out there, and will continue to work hard to assist you. Sometimes we know some talent would like us to spend more time visiting or talking with them on the phone etc., we want to spend our time finding you jobs and then assisting and negotiating them successfully. We want a long lasting, positive relationship and hope for nothing but the best for you! We really appreciate the opportunity to represent you and take the job seriously.

Sincerely,
Troy Lee
CEO Craze Agency