Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Thursday, April 2, 2015
After more than 15 years in the agency biz, I've been mulling over the situation of so little accurate information getting out to actors, models and even younger talent and parents wanting to break into the biz So I'm putting together some video blogs to answer the 'BIG QUESTIONS' that beginners and even advanced actors have about 'the business of the business.' or 'the politics of making it in Hollywood.' Or even just how to move through the Hollywood schools, photogs, reels etc.
So I'm opening up the floor guys and gals. I challenge you--tell me your 2 most pressing, burning, important questions about anything having to do with Acting, Modeling, Hollywoods inside secrets etc.. I'll try to incorporate the questions in my vlogs... Tell me...what are the questions that, if you could have them answered, you'd feel you were getting a little further down your career path as an actor and yes, even as a model. No question is too silly, too stupid or too simple. Remember, sometimes the devil is in the details. So let it rip...Looking forward to your queries.
Feel free to post questions in the Comments section on this page.
So I'm opening up the floor guys and gals. I challenge you--tell me your 2 most pressing, burning, important questions about anything having to do with Acting, Modeling, Hollywoods inside secrets etc.. I'll try to incorporate the questions in my vlogs... Tell me...what are the questions that, if you could have them answered, you'd feel you were getting a little further down your career path as an actor and yes, even as a model. No question is too silly, too stupid or too simple. Remember, sometimes the devil is in the details. So let it rip...Looking forward to your queries.
Feel free to post questions in the Comments section on this page.
Sunday, March 22, 2015
A Talent Agent talks about shows he lives for....
Hi all,
Wanted to take a moment to tell you all that we are in the New Golden Age of Television if you havent figured it out yet....
Television has never been so exciting, intriguing and dare I say it...yes...sexy.
Combining these facts: the feature film industry has become such an expensive prospect, and fewer films are made every year in the USA,
The films that are made must almost guarantee the investors a return on their investment thus mandating a 'crowd pleasing' film that relies on historically proven formulas.
Television cable channels and internet channels have exploded so that there is an unquenchable need for great creative content (content is now the new word for art ;0) )
So for any actors or writers who still have some antiquated notion that the small screen is somehow 'less than' the silver screen---put a fork in that idea...its done.
With this in mind I will offer you this Talent Agent's personal 'CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT EPISODE' Television Favorites list.
******
This week, let's start with the new HBO Series by the Duplass brothers called TOGETHERNESS.
LETS KEEP THIS SHOW ON THE AIR, PEOPLE!!!
Mark Duplass plays Brett Pierson, sound composer and husband to Michelle (played with complex subtle emotions by Melanie Lynskey).
Amanda Peet once again turns in a top notch performance, this time as Tina, Michelle's beautiful but absolutely spiritually lost sister.
Steve Zissis is an absolute inspiration as Brett's best friend and aspiring Hollywood actor, Alex Pappas.
What a fantastic show....
The writing is real. The show portrays the struggle to remain in love and energized in a long term relationship--certainly ground that's been covered before but here the characters are both so strong in their craving to figure it out, you can't help but root for them. Of course their are temptations and obstacles to this. The couple truly love each other but the thrill is gone and they dont know how to get it back.
Anybody relate?
I know I do.
Another major dramatic thread here is the path taken by Alex, Brett's best friend. Ready to chuck his life in LA and give up his Hollywood dream, Alex stays just a few more days before he plans to drive his belonging filled UHaul back to the midwest. In the process he falls in love with Michelle's sister Tina. Unfortunately his love is not returned but something about Alex causes Tina to question her shallow LA values.
Peter Gallagher turns in a wonderful performance as a Hollywood film producer and EVERY role is superbly cast by Jeanne McCarthy and Nicole Abellera of McCarthy/Abellera Casting.
Come on people, comment on this so we can keep this show on the air! Its been renewed for a 2nd season but it doesnt hurt to show your support.
(Your comments keep the subject relevant so that search engines pick up on the fact that people are talking about the show!
TOGETHERNESS people!
Ross Grossman
Director
Affinity Artists Agency
Licensed, SAG/AFTRA/AEA/WGA/DGA/AFM
PHONE: 1-323-525-0577
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
IMDBPRO: http://pro.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
WEB: http://www.affinityartists.com
WEB: http://www.affinitytalent.com
FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/AffinityArtistsAgency
LINKEDIN: http://www.linkedin.com/in/affinitytalent
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/affinityartists
Wanted to take a moment to tell you all that we are in the New Golden Age of Television if you havent figured it out yet....
Television has never been so exciting, intriguing and dare I say it...yes...sexy.
Combining these facts: the feature film industry has become such an expensive prospect, and fewer films are made every year in the USA,
The films that are made must almost guarantee the investors a return on their investment thus mandating a 'crowd pleasing' film that relies on historically proven formulas.
Television cable channels and internet channels have exploded so that there is an unquenchable need for great creative content (content is now the new word for art ;0) )
So for any actors or writers who still have some antiquated notion that the small screen is somehow 'less than' the silver screen---put a fork in that idea...its done.
With this in mind I will offer you this Talent Agent's personal 'CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT EPISODE' Television Favorites list.
******
This week, let's start with the new HBO Series by the Duplass brothers called TOGETHERNESS.
LETS KEEP THIS SHOW ON THE AIR, PEOPLE!!!
Mark Duplass plays Brett Pierson, sound composer and husband to Michelle (played with complex subtle emotions by Melanie Lynskey).
Amanda Peet once again turns in a top notch performance, this time as Tina, Michelle's beautiful but absolutely spiritually lost sister.
Steve Zissis is an absolute inspiration as Brett's best friend and aspiring Hollywood actor, Alex Pappas.
What a fantastic show....
The writing is real. The show portrays the struggle to remain in love and energized in a long term relationship--certainly ground that's been covered before but here the characters are both so strong in their craving to figure it out, you can't help but root for them. Of course their are temptations and obstacles to this. The couple truly love each other but the thrill is gone and they dont know how to get it back.
Anybody relate?
I know I do.
Another major dramatic thread here is the path taken by Alex, Brett's best friend. Ready to chuck his life in LA and give up his Hollywood dream, Alex stays just a few more days before he plans to drive his belonging filled UHaul back to the midwest. In the process he falls in love with Michelle's sister Tina. Unfortunately his love is not returned but something about Alex causes Tina to question her shallow LA values.
Peter Gallagher turns in a wonderful performance as a Hollywood film producer and EVERY role is superbly cast by Jeanne McCarthy and Nicole Abellera of McCarthy/Abellera Casting.
Come on people, comment on this so we can keep this show on the air! Its been renewed for a 2nd season but it doesnt hurt to show your support.
(Your comments keep the subject relevant so that search engines pick up on the fact that people are talking about the show!
TOGETHERNESS people!
Ross Grossman
Director
Affinity Artists Agency
Licensed, SAG/AFTRA/AEA/WGA/DGA/AFM
PHONE: 1-323-525-0577
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
IMDBPRO: http://pro.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
WEB: http://www.affinityartists.com
WEB: http://www.affinitytalent.com
FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/AffinityArtistsAgency
LINKEDIN: http://www.linkedin.com/in/affinitytalent
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/affinityartists
Saturday, March 21, 2015
A Talent Agent's Prayer Part IV
A Talent Agent's Prayer Part IV
Lord, grant me the patience to explain for millionth time that an agent is only as great as a talent's great pictures,great reel, and equally active hustle. i.e. Help Me To Help You!
See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1B1_jQnlFk
incerely,
Ross Grossman
Director
Affinity Artists Agency
Licensed, SAG/AFTRA/AEA/WGA/DGA/AFM
PHONE: 1-323-525-0577
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
IMDBPRO: http://pro.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
WEB: http://www.affinityartists.com
WEB: http://www.affinitytalent.com
FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/AffinityArtistsAgency
LINKEDIN: http://www.linkedin.com/in/affinitytalent
TWITTER: http://twitter.com/affinityartists LIVE EVENTS MODEL JOBS: http://tinyurl.com/SIGNUPFORMODELJOBS
Monday, February 16, 2015
Affinity Artists has Story Analyst/Script Reading Internship Openings.
Affinity Artists has Story Analyst/Script Reading Internship Openings.
LOS ANGELES, CA: STORY ANALYST/SCRIPT READER INTERNSHIPS: Literary Department of Talent Agency has openings in Literary Internship program. Available openings for Film/TV/Communications or Playwriting Department College/University Interns to join our Literary Internship program. Interns will learn the art of Readers/Story Analysts and learn to write script coverage.
Film/TV school background preferred.
In addition to reading scripts and writing coverage, interns may review Directors' reels.
Licensed, bonded, SAG Franchised Talent Agency with over 15 years in the business, with divisions in Film/TV,Fashion,Print, Comedy, seeks highly motivated friendly and vibrant READER INTERNS with a clear academic focus on story structure. reading/story analysis and or writing scripts.
This is hands on and great experience in the literary/teleplay/screenplay industry. Exceptional Readers or STORY ANALYSTS may go on to work in creative jobs as Story Editors, Development Executives in the Film and Television industry.
Internship applicants need to be open to direction, quick to learn and fast readers. Superior writing and analytic skills are mandatory. Knowledge of various current television episodic series is mandatory.
Reader Interns must be self-starters, motivated people that are creative and flexible. Prefer students who possess a strong knowledge and interest in film and television, impeccable phone skills, organizational skills, and Internet savvy.
The right candidates will be able to talk about story structure, character arcs, plot points or story points and so on.
Intern Reader candidate sets his/her own hours to coincide with our work schedules.
Please dont just send your weblink.
Resume must be TEXT ONLY and INSIDE the actual email, NOT ATTACHMENT!!!
Please send resume and cover letter IN THE EMAIL, not attachment to info@affinityartists.com and title your
email "FILM/TV READER INTERN" (your name)(your city)(your phones)
Please include any relevant books you've read on story structure/analysis.
Sincerely,
Ross Grossman
Director
Affinity Artists Agency
http://www.affinityartists.com
LOS ANGELES, CA: STORY ANALYST/SCRIPT READER INTERNSHIPS: Literary Department of Talent Agency has openings in Literary Internship program. Available openings for Film/TV/Communications or Playwriting Department College/University Interns to join our Literary Internship program. Interns will learn the art of Readers/Story Analysts and learn to write script coverage.
Film/TV school background preferred.
In addition to reading scripts and writing coverage, interns may review Directors' reels.
Licensed, bonded, SAG Franchised Talent Agency with over 15 years in the business, with divisions in Film/TV,Fashion,Print, Comedy, seeks highly motivated friendly and vibrant READER INTERNS with a clear academic focus on story structure. reading/story analysis and or writing scripts.
This is hands on and great experience in the literary/teleplay/screenplay industry. Exceptional Readers or STORY ANALYSTS may go on to work in creative jobs as Story Editors, Development Executives in the Film and Television industry.
Internship applicants need to be open to direction, quick to learn and fast readers. Superior writing and analytic skills are mandatory. Knowledge of various current television episodic series is mandatory.
Reader Interns must be self-starters, motivated people that are creative and flexible. Prefer students who possess a strong knowledge and interest in film and television, impeccable phone skills, organizational skills, and Internet savvy.
The right candidates will be able to talk about story structure, character arcs, plot points or story points and so on.
Intern Reader candidate sets his/her own hours to coincide with our work schedules.
Please dont just send your weblink.
Resume must be TEXT ONLY and INSIDE the actual email, NOT ATTACHMENT!!!
Please send resume and cover letter IN THE EMAIL, not attachment to info@affinityartists.com and title your
email "FILM/TV READER INTERN" (your name)(your city)(your phones)
Please include any relevant books you've read on story structure/analysis.
Sincerely,
Ross Grossman
Director
Affinity Artists Agency
http://www.affinityartists.com
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Affinity Artists Agency actor CAMILLE SANDERS appearing tonight on LIFETIME in Dolly Parton's A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS STORY (with Bryan McKnight)!
Affinity Artists Agency actor CAMILLE SANDERS appearing tonight on LIFETIME in Dolly Parton's A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS STORY (with Bryan McKnight)!
Hope you're watching Affinity Artists Agency actor Camille Sanders as MARY LOU MEMPHIS in Dolly Parton's 'A country christmas Story' tonight on LIFETIME (with Brian McKnight and Mary Kay Place)
http://www.mylifetime.com/movies/a-country-christmas-story/video
Camille Sanders plays an antagonist character.(Sweet facade,evil intent) who is competing with the main character to win a major music competition. Camille Sanders currently has a single charting on European indie country music charts.She plays piano, guitar, fiddle and writes her own music...Taylor Swift, watch out, objects in rear view mirror may be closer than they appear!
For more info on Camille go to http://pro.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
Sincerely,
Ross Grossman
Director
Affinity Artists Agency
Licensed, SAG/AFTRA/AEA/WGA/DGA/AFM
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
IMDBPRO: http://pro.imdb.com/company/co0085304/
WEB: http://www.affinityartistsagency.com
WEB: http://www.affinitytalent.com
FACEBOOK http://www.facebook.com/AffinityArtistsAgency
LINKEDIN: http://www.linkedin.com/in/affinitytalent
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