Atlanta, Georgia is the largest city in the state of Georgia and throughout the past several years numerous film productions have been shot in this city. Atlanta is home to some of the best attractions in the country, including the largest aquarium in the United States. If you are an actor and wish to further your career, then you will need to sign with a talent agency. Within this article I outline the top talent agencies in Atlanta, which includes basic agency information and their submission guidelines.
Atlanta Models & Talent:
Atlanta Models & Talent is the oldest still-operating talent agency in Atlanta, Georgia. First opening its doors in 1959, AMT (as it is lovingly referred to as in the city) has worked with some of the most talented performed in the Southeast, and if you are searching for an outstanding talent agency, then you will want to sign with this agency. Atlanta Models & Talent is SAG and AFTRA franchised, thus they primarily represent union performers; however, due to the Georgia Right to Work Law, professional performers with experience and professional training are able to be represented by this agency.
Submission Guidelines:
If you wish to be considered for representation by Atlanta Models and Talent, the agency requests all actors submit their professional headshot, resume, cover letter and a demo reel directly to the agency through the specialized email address. This agency only accepts submissions from actors who have a minimum of five years of professional experience in theater, film or television. Upon publication, Atlanta Models & Talent does not accept submissions through standard mail. If you are a voice over artist you are requested to submit your resume and a profession demo reel directly to the agency through the submissions email address. Submit all materials to the email address below:
Atlanta Models & Talent
www.amtagency.com
Houghton Talent:
Established in 1990, Houghton Talent is one of the most respected and prominent talent agencies in Atlanta, Georgia. This agency has cultivated a roster of talent known throughout the region as being some of the most talented and professional. While not advertised as a boutique agency, Houghton Talent maintains a small list of actors to ensure each performer is able to receive one-on-one attention from their agent. Houghton is SAG and AFTRA franchised, yet non-union performers are able to be signed as well. With talent being continually booked for major motion pictures, television series and commercials , this agency is one of the absolute best in the region.
Submission Guidelines:
Upon publication, Houghton Talent requests all potential talent to submit their materials through snail mail. Actors are requested to submit their headshot and resume as well as a high-quality demo reel directly to the agency. Models should submit their comp card and resume while voice over actors should email their professional demo reel directly to the agency. Review the agency website for the current email address to submit voice over demo reels.
Houghton Talent
919 Collier Rd., NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
www.houghtontalent.com