What Agents Look for When Considering Talent | Portia Scott of Coast to Coast Talent

Описание: 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁 is the Director of Voiceover at 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 and a true pioneer — as an African American woman heading a major VO division at a top agency. With 25+ years of experience, she's placed talent in Academy Award–winning animated films, major video game franchises, and national commercial campaigns. In this Q&A, she shares what she's really looking for in talent ("Tell me more than what's on the page"), why playing it safe will box you in, and how to protect yourself in the age of AI.
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04:04 - How is AI going to affect voiceover?
13:40 - Do you think as AI usage becomes more rampant in the industry, do you think voice actor's prices/value will go up?
15:40 - What do you look for when considering taking on a new client?
17:00 - How can someone who has been working in the industry approach studios for roster submissions and when is it appropriate to follow up with them if there’s been no answer?
22:42 - Dojo announcements!
26:30 - Thanks so much for giving your time, Tish, Kelsey, and Portia! I’m a dual-national actor based over in the UK. Do you work with international based talent?
27:55 - What are some unexpected green flags you look for in clients?
29:17 - Based on bookings last year, what are your predictions for buyers interest this year? Is the safe read dead? Zany reads in?
32:01 - I am beginning to seek representation. I have some gigs (4 gigs total) that have not been announced so I cannot add all of them to my resume. Do I still have a chance at finding representation?
39:00 - I was referred to you by my producer, as he thought it was a great fit for both of us. Do referrals make an impact on your decisions to respond to inquiries?
41:49 - 1st question: Do you have any tips for standing out in casting? Do headshots and a good demo change the game? Or can someone still be cast before having both? 2nd question: Have you ever represented someone with a visual disability? And are the opportunities the same?
44:08 - Question: As an actor, what are a couple best practices when working with an agency and what are a couple reasons why actors might lose their representation?
49:30 - I’m at work clocking my hours so cannot ask this myself: how much experience/booking does someone need to have before seeking representation or reaching out to be added to rosters?
58:02 - When you’re looking at potential new clients, is it better for them to be focused on one or two areas of VO (ie commercial, narration), or to have a wider range of interests?
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