Are You Ready For A Manager?

      

 You're an actor, so are many other people.   What makes you stand out?   What put you above the rest?   Just because you are talented does not necessarily mean you are marketable.   As an actor you have to understand your niche.    Are you a leading actor or a character actor?   Once you understand which one you are this will help you better market yourself.    

       As an actor have you thought long term?   Everyone wants to make it, but making it requires a lot of you, because your life is no longer your own.   As hard as many actors try, it is almost impossible to have a private life.   Everything you do is under scrutiny.    That is why it is imperative to map out your career and assess many aspects of your life early on. 

      With a great manager on your side these are things that they will be able to help you address.   A great manager helps you highlight your strengths.  They market you according to your strength.   They also understand your direction and where you are trying to take your career.   They are very helpful in providing information to get you in that direction.  Their job is to help take your career to the next level and to help you produce longevity in your career.  

   Do all actors need managers?  The correct answer is no.  Most actors will only have agents through out their careers.   But those who have long-standing careers and see their career as a business will want to employ the help of a reputable agent.   According to SAG, "Managers are neither franchised nor regulated by Screen Actors Guild. And they are rarely regulated by state law."

     My advice is to weigh all your options before getting and choosing a manager.  In choosing a manager make sure it is someone you trust and has a reputable reputation.   Lastly make sure it is someone who has  your best interest in mind and is just as committed to your career as you are.