Ragin' Agent

Good news. (I always like to start with good news if I can). I signed with a wonderful television and film agent early last month. I know she's wonderful because she's already communicated with me infinitely more than my last agent. So, that's good.

It's a tough thing to be dependent on someone else, especially when one's livelihood is involved. But, that's the reality of film acting. A person can only do so much for themself before he or she needs intervention. See, agents have access to living wage opportunities the average Joe does not. Sure, an actor can get gigs on their own, but they're often limited to low budget, minimum rate jobs. Tough to make a living off the odd day player role here or there. With an agent, the chance to make a living becomes a reality. That's why it's important to have a good one.

My interview was a masterpiece in relief. For me, anyway. Getting a meeting is a lot like an Emmy; it's great to be nominated. I know, everyone tells you the agent works for you. But, it doesn't feel that way when your high and dry and desperate. So, when I got the email asking for a Zoom I was thrilled.

Interestingly enough she reached out to me after I mailed a "hard copy" of my resume and headshot to her agency. I honestly can't remember the last time I did that. It used to be the norm, but not anymore. Now, everything is electronic. Oh, for the days when actors drove around LA dropping off manila envelopes at agencies in actual offices, scrambling for parking, feeding the meter, snuffing the exhaust and dodging traffic. Well, maybe electronic does have it's advantages. Nevertheless, she reached out.

We talked over a very sketchy link-up for about an hour (telephone in one hand, face on the computer. That sort of thing). I loved what she was saying and she seemed to love me back, professionally speaking. Nothing speaks to an actor more than someone loving them. Anyway, we hit it off right from the start. At one point I said, "I know I should be cagey but I love what I'm hearing." She laughed and the rest, as they say, is anthropology. So, thanks Heidi for making the connection. Can't wait to take the world by storm.

In other news, I finished two more dubbing jobs for Netflix. It was an Italian crime drama that's taking the peninsula by storm. It's been on for a few seasons already so there's plenty more dubbing to do. Hopefully I'll get the chance. Because of non-disclosures I can't name the show just yet, but I will when I can.

Jury's still out on the agents who requested my novel. It takes a while, as you know from previous posts. So I'm trying to remain patient, positive. Postively patiently frustrated. The world doesn't revolve around me but sometimes I wish it did. Seriously, I'm hopeful. I'll let you know when I know.

Thanks for reading. Stay blessed, resist when necessary, be kind and compassionate.

FYI: When I played basketball in college we took a road trip to Louisianna and played the Ragin' Cagin's. I had to ask my coach what it meant. Even he didn't know.