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#117 – 2323 Boundary Rd. Vancouver, BC, V5M 4V8

T. 604.294.FILM (3456) F.604.294.3457

www.principalstalent.com

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Dear  Client,  

 

Welcome to the Principals Talent Team!  

We  are  excited  to  have  you  join  the  agency!  Please  be  sure  you  read  all  the  information  included  in  this  welcome  package.  Some  of  the  information  will  come  up  later  and  it  is  important  that  you  fully  read  and  understand  everything.  Please  complete  all  the  necessary  tasks  and  return  attached  documents  with  your  materials.  If  you  need  further  information  or  if  you  are  finding  anything  unclear  we  welcome  your  questions.  Our  office  hours  are  Monday-­‐  Friday  10:00am  to  6:00pm.  Please  also  save  the  following  email  addresses  into  your  email  accounts,  we  send  out  monthly  newsletters  and  important  information  you  don’t  want  to  miss  something  because  of  an  email  bouncing  back.  [email protected],  [email protected],  [email protected],  [email protected],  [email protected]    

 

If  you  are  involved  with  social  media  you  will  also  want  to  follow  us  on  Twitter  “@PRINCIPALStlnt”  and  like  our  page  on  Facebook  “PRINCIPALS  talent”  

 

The  following  checklist  contains  important  tasks  that  you  must  complete  prior  to  the  start  of  representation.  Please  attend  to  them  ALL  as  soon  as  possible.  Thank  you!  

 

___  1.  READ  ENTIRE  WELCOME  PACKET  

___  2.  Complete  FULLY  &  SIGN  ALL  attached  documents  use  checklist  on  page  9    

___  3.  Register  with  Casting  Workbook  and  fully  complete  your  profile    

 

 

 

 

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REGISTERING  WITH  CASTING  WORKBOOK  

The  majority  of  our  submissions  are  made  electronically.  Electronic  submissions  offer  casting  directors  and  talent  agents  the  ability  to  access  electronic  breakdowns,  submissions,  sides,  audition  scheduling  and  other  online  services.  

Please  fill  out  your  Casting  Workbook  profile  to  the  best  of  your  ability.  This  includes  filling  out  the  special  skills  section  fully  please  check  your  skill  level  and  if  you  have  the  apparatus  required  (i.e.  tennis  racket,  ice  skates,  etc.)  

You  will  need  to  take  some  time  to  acquaint  yourself  with  Casting  Workbook.    We  will  use  the  messaging  section  to  send  you  CRITICAL  information  regarding  your  auditions.    If  you  have  technical  questions  please  contact  Casting  Workbook  or  look  under  “HELP”  (tab  on  the  top  of  your  profile)  for  further  information.  The  HELP  tab  has  numerous  Q  &  A’s  as  well  as  tutorial  videos  to  assist  you.  

If  you  have  a  pre-­‐existing  account  with  Casting  Workbook  you  will  need  to  call  them  to  be  listed  with  PRINCIPALS  talent.  www.castingworkbook.com    phone:  604.205.5107  

BREAKDOWN  SERVICES/ACTORS  ACCESS  

This  is  another  system  we  use  to  submit  you  for  jobs.  The  agents  pay  for  the  use  of  this  system  not  the  actors.  If  you  wish  to  add  your  demo  or  additional  headshots  to  this  system  you  can  pay  a  fee  and  do  so.  We  will  take  care  of  all  administration  on  this  site  on  your  behalf.    http://www.actorsaccess.com/  

**If  you  have  a  demo  reel  please  discuss  uploading  of  this  as  well  as  SLATE  SHOT  with  your  agent.    There  are  benefits  to  doing  so,  it  may  help  to  secure  additional  auditions.  

AUDITIONS  

Once  the  registration  is  complete,  we  have  all  forms  on  file  and  you  are  up  and  running  on  Casting  Workbook  we  will  begin  submitting  you  for  appropriate  projects.  When  we  have  secured  an  audition  for  you  we  will  contact  you  (via:  phone,  text,  email,  etc)  and  notify  you  of  all  the  details  of  the  audition.  After  reviewing  the  audition  notice  and  materials  (this  will  be  sent  to  you  via  email  or  thru  Casting  Workbook  –  Casting  Workbook  does  send  an  email  notice  as  well)  you  must  immediately  confirm  with  the  agency  that  you  will  be  attending  the  audition.  Please  confirm  your  apt  ASAP,  casting  will  often  require  that  confirmations  are  in  before  the  end  of  the  business  day  (6:00pm).  If  we  cannot  reach  you  by  the  morning  of  the  day  of  the  audition  (9am)  your  appointment  will  be  cancelled  and  you  will  be  removed  from  the  agency  roster.  

REGRETTING  (not  being  available)  an  audition  is  unacceptable  behaviour.  We  should  know  your  schedule  ahead  of  time  and  expect  that  you  are  available  unless  otherwise  noted.  We  hold  our  roster  up  to  a  high  standard  to  keep  our  actors  reputations  where  they  need  to  be.  

Remember  that  when  we  are  calling  out  auditions  we  most  likely  have  a  few  to  call  out.  If  you  have  questions  regarding  the  audition  itself  please  feel  free  to  ask  but  if  you  are  interested  in  talking  further  about  your  career  or  something  else  that  can  wait  please  call  back  or  email  us  at  another  time  or  ask  if  when  have  time  to  talk  about  it  first.  

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Being  Prepared:  

Check  your  phone  and  emails  whenever  possible,  last  minute  auditions  come  up  frequently  and  are  a  great  opportunity  to  get  in  the  door.  

Consider  setting  up  a  new  email  account  that  you  use  just  for  your  career  it  will  help  you  to  keep  record  of  all  your  past  auditions.    

Keep  your  headshots  &  resume  in  your  car  for  last  minute  auditions  (change  of  clothes,  make  up,  etc)  is  also  a  great  idea.  

Create  an  Audition  Log  Book.  Keep  records  of  whom  you  auditioned  for,  the  name  of  the  role,  what  you  wore  etc.  This  is  very  helpful  when  it  comes  to  callbacks  as  they  can  be  a  few  weeks  after  your  original  audition.  

Take  a  headshot  and  resume  to  EVERY  audition.  No  exceptions.  

If  you  have  a  CONFLICT  (commercial  running  in  the  same  region  for  a  similar  competitive  product)  please  advise  your  agent  immediately.  

CHECK  ALL  DATES  when  you  receive  your  audition  and  be  sure  that  you  are  available  or  can  make  yourself  available  for  ALL  callback  and  shoot  days.  If  there  are  any  conflicts,  let  your  agent  know  immediately.  

Before  asking  for  a  time  change  for  an  audition,  please  EXHAUST  all  other  options.  Rearranging  audition  times  is  time  consuming  and  disruptive  to  the  Casting  Director  and  they  are  more  likely  to  cancel  the  audition  rather  than  accommodate  a  time  change.  

If  you  are  UNSURE  about  anything  regarding  your  audition  please  re  read  all  materials  sent  to  you  if  you  cannot  find  the  information  you  are  looking  for  contact  your  agent  for  clarification.  

KNOW  YOUR  LINES  (Be  OFFBOOK)  do  not  attend  your  audition  without  having  your  lines  MEMORIZED  fully  or  if  there  are  no  lines  be  sure  you  have  looked  at  all  the  information  sent  to  you  to  be  sure  your  wardrobe  is  correct  and  you  are  as  prepared  as  possible.  Look  for  clues  about  the  scene  in  notes  and  breakdown.  

 

Audition  Protocol:  

BE  EARLY!!  They  change  things  last  minute,  arrive  a  few  minutes  early  to  make  sure  that  the  sides  are  as  prepared  and  have  not  changed.    This  will  also  allow  you  to  run  your  lines  a  few  last  times  or  with  an  assigned  scene  partner  when  applicable.    We  live  in  a  city  continuously  under  construction;  Traffic  and  parking  is  not  the  responsibility  of  Casting  always  allow  for  extra  time.    

BE  QUIET!!  Respect  Casting,  Directors,  Producers  and  your  fellow  actors.  You  don’t  want  to  be  in  an  emotional  scene  in  the  casting  room  while  hearing  someone  in  the  waiting  room  talking  about  their  weekend  plans.  

TURN  OFF  YOUR  CELL  PHONES.    

FILL  OUT  ALL  FORMS.  Make  note  of  any  dates  that  are  a  problem  (discuss  this  with  your  agent  beforehand).  

Be  COURTEOUS  and  FRIENDLY.  You  are  representing  PRINCIPALS  talent  as  well  as  yourself.  When  you  have  completed  your  audition  say  “Thank  You”  and  get  going.  Don’t  loiter;  Be  professional.  If  you  want  to  wait  for  someone  wait  outside,  chatting  in  the  waiting  room  is  not  acceptable.  

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MISCELLANEOUS  INFORMATION:  

Please  read  thru  our  Newsletters  each  month  when  you  receive  them,  it  is  frustrating  to  get  a  phone  call  regarding  a  question  that  was  already  answered  in  the  newsletter.  If  you  are  the  parent  of  a  child  on  the  roster,  please  have  your  child  (age  dependent)  read  the  Newsletter,  they  need  to  take  some  responsibility  in  this  journey  too.  We  as  your  agent  work  for  you;  we  will  do  whatever  we  can  to  secure  you  auditions  that  you  fit.  We  will  always  provide  you  with  all  the  information  we  have  in  regards  to  projects  and  your  auditions,  if  anything  is  unclear  or  you  are  unsure,  always  ask.  Our  job  is  to  ensure  you  are  paid  fairly,  negotiate  your  contracts  and  assist  in  managing  your  career.  

BOOKING  OUT  –  This  means  you  are  going  to  be  unavailable  for  a  day  or  period  of  time.  Please  let  us  know  as  soon  as  possible  so  we  don’t  waste  the  casting  directors’  time  submitting  you  for  jobs  that  you  are  unavailable  for.  Please  advise  us  a  minimum  of  THREE  DAYS  in  advance  before  leaving  and  please  email  the  information  to  your  agent.  Please  take  previous  auditions  (call  backs  &  shoot  dates)  into  account.  

CHANGE  OF  PERSONAL  INFORMATION  –  If  you  change  your  address,  phone  number,  email,  etc.,  it  is  important  that  you  provide  us  with  the  new  information  immediately.  If  a  cheque  is  sent  to  a  previous  address  you  will  be  responsible  for  any  cancelled  cheque  fees.  

RESUME  -­‐  Be  sure  it  is  current  and  updated.  You  wouldn’t  hand  out  an  old  business  card  from  5  years  ago  from  another  company  with  out  of  date  information  treat  your  Resume  the  same.  Your  Resume  should  be  on  PT  letterhead  and  the  PDF  version  we  have  sent  you,  not  printed  off  of  Casting  Workbook.  

SIZES  –  Please  take  a  moment  to  look  at  the  example  CASTING  FORM  EXAMPLE  (pg.  15)  you  will  fill  these  out  at  almost  all  Commercial  Auditions.  Please  be  aware  of  your  sizes  and  have  them  handy  at  auditions.  If  necessary  make  yourself  a  little  cheat  sheet  with  all  sizes  and  take  to  your  auditions  (or  put  this  in  your  LOG  BOOK).  It  will  only  impress  casting  with  how  organized  and  professional  you  are.  Nobody  likes  the  guy/girl  wasting  everyone’s  time  trying  to  sort  out  his  or  her  sizes.  

HEADSHOT  –  Please  be  sure  this  is  up  to  date.  Again,  no  outdated  business  cards  (see  above)!  Your  headshots  should  be  8x10  formatted.  The  industry  standard  is  ROCKET  REPRO  www.rocketrepro.com.  A  headshot  printed  at  Walmart  does  not  represent  a  professional.    Be  sure  to  discuss  with  your  agent  before  taking  new  headshots,  make  sure  you  look  like  your  headshot.  

AUDITIONS  –  Look  like  a  STAR!!  This  is  a  job  interview,  LOOK  YOUR  BEST!  Wardrobe  that  is  appropriate  as  well  as  hair  and  makeup.  This  is  key  and  often  forgotten.  You  may  want  to  consider  coaching  for  larger  auditions  to  take  your  performance  to  the  next  level.  

CASTING  DIRECTORS  –  Remember  CD’s  are  there  to  do  their  job,  bring  in  the  right  people  for  the  right  roles.  They  really  want  you  to  succeed  and  do  well  in  the  room,  if  you  look  good  they  look  good.  Always  be  professional,  courteous  and  efficient  in  your  dealings  with  them.    Please  NEVER  contact  a  CD  directly,  always  go  thru  your  agent  if  you  are  running  behind  or  need  information  regarding  your  audition.  

SIDES  –  Another  word  for  your  Script.  Always  have  them  MEMORIZED  (be  “off  book”).  These  are  CONFIDENTIAL,  do  not  post,  share  or  distribute  these  anywhere.    

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SOC:  Silent  on  Camera.  Term  used  in  commercials  where  performers  have  no  lines.  

COMMERCIALS  –  As  a  rule  of  thumb  we  recommend  you  take  Background  work  on  commercials  if  it  is  offered  to  you  (often  on  your  sign  in  forms  there  will  be  a  box  you  can  check  regarding  this).  Background  in  commercials  is  much  different  to  Film  &  TV  and  the  chance  of  being  upgraded  to  a  larger  role  is  high.  Your  agent  will  discuss  with  you  if  you  are  requested.  

FILM  &  TV  AUDITIONS  –  If  you  have  an  audition  for  a  show  that  is  currently  running.  Watch  a  few  episodes  online  to  get  a  feel  for  the  show.  Research  who  the  director  &  producer  is  also,  the  internet  is  a  vast  resource  and  knowledge  can  set  you  apart.  

TAPINGS  –  If  we  have  agreed  to  tape  you  at  the  office  for  a  project  please  be  professional.  Have  your  sides  (script)  MEMORIZED,  be  dressed  and  ready  to  and  of  course  BE  ON  TIME.  We  want  you  to  be  comfortable  in  the  office  but  please  save  rehearsals  for  home.  If  you  want  to  bring  a  reader  please  do  otherwise  one  of  the  agents  will  be  happy  to  read  for  you.  

CALL  BACKS  –  Your  second  audition.  Usually  this  is  a  good  sign;  they  were  happy  with  what  you  did  and  want  to  see  you  again.  Please  be  sure  to  take  an  additional  Headshot  &  Resume  even  though  they  may  not  take  it,  and  try  to  wear  the  same  thing  or  something  similar  to  the  first  audition  unless  otherwise  told.  

RESUME  UPDATES  –  If  you  need  changes  made  to  your  resume  please  email  your  agent  with  ALL  appropriate  information.  The  name  of  the  project  (including  episode  name  &  #),  Size  of  Role,  Name  of  Role,  Director,  Network,  Production  Company  etc.  

CALL  BEFORE  YOU  STOP  BY  –  If  you  need  to  drop  off  or  pick  up  items  from  the  agency  please  give  us  a  call  to  set  up  a  specific  time.  We  schedule  many  tapings  and  meetings  every  day  and  don’t  want  anyone’s  time  to  be  wasted  or  their  appointments  disrupted.  

SIGN  IN  &  OUT  –  On  any  job  you  work  on  or  audition  for  please  be  sure  that  you  SIGN  IN  &  OUT.  Often  this  is  only  on  UNION  Jobs  but  some  NON  UNION  jobs  also  use  sign  out  sheets,  be  sure  to  check  if  you  are  unsure.  

PINNED,  SHORTLISTED,  ON  HOLD  –  It  doesn’t  mean  you  have  booked  the  job  but  you  are  one  step  closer  these  are  all  the  same  thing.  If  you  are  told  any  of  the  following  by  your  agent  it  means  that  casting  is  interested  in  you.  Often  more  than  one  client  is  put  on  HOLD  for  each  role.  If  another  client  also  wanted  to  book  you,  we  would  first  call  your  HOLD  to  see  if  they  would  like  to  book  or  release  you.  You  will  be  advised  if  you  are  BOOKED  (got  the  job)  or  RELEASED  (they  have  chosen  another  person)  While  on  HOLD  (Shortlisted  or  Pinned)  it  is  expected  that  you  will  keep  your  appearance  the  same,  if  you  have  a  beard  don’t  shave,  and  no  cutting  or  colouring  of  your  hair.  They  will  be  expecting  to  book  the  person  they  met  in  the  room,  not  the  shaved  short  haired  blond  you  have  become.  

WARDROBE  –  Someone  from  wardrobe  will  call  you  directly  once  you  have  booked  a  job  to  set  up  a  time  for  you  to  come  and  try  on  clothing  for  the  job.  Please  be  sure  to  provide  wardrobe  with  accurate  sizing  information  if  requested.  They  will  give  you  a  time  and  place  for  a  fitting.  Please  make  note  of  this  information  as  you  are  the  only  one  that  has  it,  this  information  is  not  passed  onto  your  agent.  Wardrobe  fittings  are  often  one  or  two  days  before  shooting.  

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CALLTIME  -­‐    Once  you  have  booked  you  will  receive  a  CALL  TIME.  Someone  from  Production  normally  one  of  the  AD’s  (Assistant  Director’s)  will  call  you  provide  you  will  your  Call  time  and  further  information.  They  will  let  you  know  when,  where  and  how  if  they  are  in  a  difficult  area  to  reach.  Please  again  make  note  of  all  of  this  information  and  get  a  contact  name  and  number  in  case  of  emergency.  Again  your  agent  is  not  given  this  information.  If  they  have  wrapped  late  the  call  may  come  as  late  as  8pm  and  sometimes  later.  If  you  have  not  heard  from  anyone  by  9pm  the  day  before  you  are  scheduled  to  be  on  set,  get  in  contact  with  your  agent.  

ON  SET  ETIQUITTE  –  ZERO  TALKING!  Mic  and  Camera  equipment  is  VERY  sensitive  if  you  can  see  ANY  Camera’s,  etc  you  can  be  heard  and  picked  up  on  sound  equipment…  Be  careful  what  you  do  say!  ;)  Chat  with  your  friends  on  breaks  or  in  your  trailer.  KNOW  YOUR  PLACE  there  is  a  hierarchy  on  set.  Generally  you  don’t  approach  Producers/Director’s/DOP’s  etc  unless  they  approach  you.  It  is  a  temptation  to  do  so  to  promote  yourself  but  it  will  give  you  a  bad  rep  on  set  which  will  translate  and  result  in  you  not  booking  as  frequently.  SMILE,  STAY  POSITIVE,  BE  PROFESSIONAL  &  RESPECTFUL  and  do  what  is  asked  of  you.  Moms  &  Dad’s  please  be  aware  STAGE  PARENT  is  a  negative  term.  Your  job  is  to  be  there  but  be  as  unobtrusive  as  possible.  You  need  to  be  able  to  see  and  hear  you  child  on  set  but  please  be  aware  of  where  you  are  standing  and  try  to  stay  out  of  the  way.  Please  be  aware  of  your  child’s  needs  and  bring  them  up  politely  if  need  be.  Everyone  is  busy  and  some  things  may  get  missed,  ensure  your  child  gets  to  the  bathroom  before  heading  to  set  as  some  kids  get  embarrassed  to  admit  they  have  to  go  once  there.  BE  AWARE  and  PREPARED,  above  all  else  ENJOY  AND  HAVE  FUN!  This  is  what  you  have  worked  so  hard  for.    

NON  UNION  JOBS  –  We  will  invoice  Non-­‐Union  Jobs  on  your  behalf.  The  agency  will  issue  the  invoice  and  request  payment  be  sent  to  our  office.  Please  keep  in  mind  that  Non-­‐Union  jobs  are  not  regulated  by  a  union  so  payment  arrival  time  can  vary  from  project  to  project.  Most  jobs  are  paid  within  30-­‐45  days.  We  as  your  agent/agency  will  deal  with  invoicing.  If  you  are  a  Union  member  you  cannot  work  on  Non-­‐Union  jobs  

UNION  JOBS  –  If  you  are  Non-­‐  Union  you  will  be  required  to  pay  a  permit  fee  (your  agent  will  give  you  more  information  at  the  time  of  booking),  the  agency  will  pay  this  fee  on  your  behalf  and  remove  from  your  cheque  once  it  is  received.  You  will  be  asked  to  sign  a  contract  on  set.  Please  be  sure  that  the  agency  information  is  stated  so  we  can  accept  payment  on  your  behalf.  If  anything  is  unfamiliar  please  call  your  agent  from  set.  

PAYMENT  –  When  a  client  books  a  project  through  the  agency  the  payment  must  be  sent  and  processed  through  the  agency.    A  cheque  will  be  issued  minus  our  commission  fee  and  applicable  taxes  and  sent  to  you  within  5  business  days  of  receipt.  Please  be  sure  you  keep  all  receipts  issued  to  you  by  PRINCIPALS  talent  you  will  need  these  for  your  taxes.  Please  contact  an  accountant  if  you  have  questions  related  to  your  taxes  (write  offs,  taxes  owing,  etc),  you  are  not  employed  by  Principals  talent.    

GST  –  If  you  currently  have  a  GST  #  please  be  sure  this  is  provided  when  you  submit  your  start  up  package.  If  you  obtain  a  GST  #  while  working  with  Principals  please  provide  us  with  the  details  immediately.    If  you  have  further  questions  about  your  GST#’s  please  consult  your  accountant.  

CHEQUES  –  If  at  any  point  you  do  receive  a  cheque  from  production  please  notify  your  agent  and  mail  to  the  agency.    Your  cheques  will  be  issued  through  PRINCIPALS  talent.  If  the  cheque  is  not  from  us  please  do  NOT  cash.  

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CONTRACTS  –  When  you  are  on  set  you  will  often  be  asked  to  sign  a  contract.  Please  be  sure  that  all  your  information  is  correct  and  that  the  agency  information  is  also  there.  They  will  always  contact  the  agency  and  not  the  performer.  If  you  are  uncomfortable  or  the  information  is  different  on  your  contract  to  what  was  discussed  with  your  agent  please  call  your  agent  from  set  before  signing.  

WRAPPED  –  This  is  the  term  for  your  time  on  set  being  completed.  Once  you  have  completed  your  time  on  set  please  be  sure  to  let  us  know  how  the  experience  was  for  you.  Please  also  send  us  an  email  with  your  time  if  you  worked  any  overtime  or  numerous  days.  This  will  help  us  in  being  sure  all  payments  are  correct.  

SOCIAL  MEDIA    -­‐  Please  find  us  on  social  media,  we  will  post  helpful  tips,  and  general  industry  info,  it’s  a  great  way  to  stay  connected.  Please  also  be  aware  of  your  ONLINE  profile.  This  is  key  to  the  industry  so  be  very  careful  what  you  post  and  when,  remember  you  never  know  which  director,  producer,  or  casting  director  is  looking  at  you  page!  

SLATE  -­‐    If  you  are  asked  to  slate  you  will  need  to  state  your  full  name  &  agency  clearly.  Sometimes  they  will  ask  you  for  some  brief  information  about  yourself  and  your  age.  Be  polite,  do  as  you  are  asked  and  if  they  say  brief..  keep  it  short!  ;)  

AFTER  YOU  HAVE  WORKED  –  You  wrapped  your  first  day…  Now  what?  Send  an  email  or  call  your  agent,  let  them  know  how  the  day  went.  It  is  always  ideal  to  send  your  agent  an  email  with  your  hours  for  each  day  on  set.  This  will  help  them  to  follow  up  to  be  sure  everything  is  paid  out  correctly.  

AUDITION  LOG  BOOK  –  If  you  are  serious  about  this  (or  even  if  you  just  want  to  dabble)  this  is  by  far  the  most  important  tool  you  will  have.  Keep  track  of  EVERY  audition,  who  you  saw,  when  you  saw  them,  what  it  was  for,  how  it  went,  what  you  wore,  etc.  etc…  When  you  get  called  back  you  know  exactly  what  to  wear  and  be  able  to  jog  your  memory  on  any  notes  they  gave  you  in  the  room!  

 

 

There  are  additional  resources  on  our  website,  please  take  a  moment  to  look  over  these  at  your  earliest  convenience.  www.principalstalentcom    

 

IF  YOU  DON’T  KNOW  –  JUST  ASK  US!  We  are  here  to  help.  We  are  excited  to    be  working  with  you  and  want  to  assist  you  in  succeeding.  If  you  are  unsure  of  something  get  in  touch,  you  know  where  to  find  us.  

 

The  most  important  rule  of  is  all  to  have  fun!  If  you  are  aren’t  enjoying  it,  it  will  show!  

BREAK  A  LEG!  

 

 

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-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐REPRESENTATION  CHECKLIST-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐  

 

Client  Name:  

Date  Received:  

 

1. ___  PRINCIPALS  talent  Contract  fully  executed  

2. ___  PRINCIPALS  talent  Information  Sheet  completed  

3. ___Commercial  Release  Authorization  Form  

4.        ___  Casting  Director  Relationship  form  

4. ___  1  Hardcopy  Headshot  delivered  to  office  (  &  Demo  Reel  if  you  have  one)  

5. ___Client  Received  and  Understands  the  example  “Casting  Form”  

6. ___  Client  has  read  and  understands  all  documents  in  package.  

 

 

 

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PRINCIPALS TALENT: INFORMATION SHEET

Name: ________________________________________Gender: M___ F___ Parent or Guardian’s Name: _______________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ City: ______________________ Postal Code: ________________________ Email: ___________________________ Home Phone: __________________ Cell Phone#: ___________________ Additional Phone #: ________________ SIN #:________________ Passport (expiry & country): __________________ UBCP#:____________________ ACTRA#:____________________________ HST#:____________________ SAG#:______________________________ Driver’s License #: _______________________ Birth Date____________ Age: _____Birth Place: _______________________ Ethnicity: ______________________ (BE SPECIFIC i.e. Dutch & Spanish) Special Skills (Please include skill and level): ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ Hair Colour: _______ Eye Colour: _______ Shoe Size: ___ Height: ______ft & in. Weight: ____lbs MALES: Inseam: _____ Jacket: ______ Neck: ______ Suit: _______ Waist: ______ Pant Size: ____ Sleeve: _____ Hat: _______ FEMALES: Bust: ______ Waist: ______ Hips: ______ Inseam: _____ Dress: _____ Hat: _______ Pant: ______ Allergies &/or Medical Conditions (include food & other allergies): ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ EMERGENCY CONTACT (name, relationship, contact numbers): ___________________ ___________________________________________________________ Other Information: (i.e. piercings, scars, tattoos, nudity work, bikini work, etc. please be specific) _____________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ This information helps us to submit you more accurately. Thanks for your co-operation!

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PRINCIPALS TALENT INC. CLIENT CONTRACT

LICENSE #ER 177-765

THIS AGREEMENT, by and between Principals Talent Inc. carrying on business under the name and style of Principals Talent Inc. hereinafter called the "Agent", and ___________________________________, hereinafter called the "Actor".

WITNESSETH:

1. The term of this contract shall be commencing on _____________________ and continue until thirty (30) days after the termination in writing by either party.

2. 3. The Actor agrees to pay to the Agent as commissions a sum equal to 15 % on all Film, Television and

Commercial jobs of all moneys or other consideration received by the Actor, directly or indirectly, under contracts of employment entered into during the time specified in paragraph (1). Commissions shall be payable when and as such moneys or other consideration are received by the Actor, or by anyone else for or on the Actors behalf.

(a) No commissions shall be paid on any of the following:

(i) Separate amounts paid to Actor not as compensation but for travel or living expenses incurred by Actor:

(ii) Separate amounts paid to Actor not as compensation but as reimbursement for necessary expenditures actually incurred by Actor in connections with Actor's employment, such as for damage to or loss of wardrobe, special hair, dress, etc.; or

(iii) Amounts paid to Actor as violations by Producer of any of the Provisions of the UBCP agreement, such as meal period violations, penalties or interest on delinquent payments.

(b) The Agent shall be entitled to the aforesaid percentage after the expiration of the term specified in paragraph (1) for so long a period thereafter as the Actor continues to receive money or other consideration under or upon employment contracts entered into by the Actor during the term specified in paragraph (1) hereof, including moneys or other consideration received by the Actor under the extended term of any such contract, extending the term of such contract, whether such options to extend the contract be exercised prior to or after the expiration of the term specified in paragraph (1).

(c) So long as the Agent receives commissions from the Actor, the Agent shall be obliged to service the actor and perform the obligations of this agency contract with respect to the service of the Actor on which such commissions are based.

(d) Should the Agent , during the term specified in paragraph (1) , negotiate a contract of employment for the Actor and secure for the Actor a bona fide offer of employment, which offer is communicated by the Agent to the Actor in reasonable detail and in writing or by other corroborative action which offer the Actor declines,

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and if, within sixty (60) days after the date upon which the Agent gives such information to the Actor the Actor accepts said offer of employment on substantially the same terms, then the Actor shall be require to pay commissions to the Agent upon such contract of employment.

4. The Agent agrees to maintain telephone service and an office open during all reasonable business hours (emergencies such as sudden illness or death excepted) within the greater VANCOUVER, or its environments, throughout the term of this agreement and that some representative will be present at such office during such business hours.

5. The Agent agrees to use reasonable efforts in accordance with industry standards in representing the Actor under this contract. No other Agency/Manager may submit the Actors name or picture without the written consent of the agent.

6. Both the Agent and the Actor agree that either party may, with just cause, terminate this contract with thirty (30) days written notice. The Actor may not exercise the right of termination if at the time he attempts to do so he is under a contract or contracts for the rendition of his services in the Entertainment Industry in any or all fields in which the Agent is authorized in written contract to represent the Actor.

7. No termination hereunder shall deprive the Agent of the right to receive commission or compensation on moneys earned or received by the Actor prior to the date of termination, or earned or received by the Actor after the date of termination of the Agents engagement, on contracts for the Actors services entered into by the Actor prior to the effective date of any such termination.

8. If the Agent submits to the Actor a bona fide offer of employment in writing or by other corroborative action, after the right of termination, prior to termination of the Agency contract, and if the Actor thereafter accepts the offer within sixty (60) days the Actor shall pay the Agent commission on the compensation received by the Actor pursuant to such offer.

It is understood that in executing this contract each party has independent access to Industry Standards and Regulations and has relied exclusively upon his own knowledge thereof.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this agreement the __________day of___________________2014.

_________________________________________ _________________________________

ACTOR AGENT

*Please be sure to keep receipts issued to you at time of payment (you will receive these with your cheques). These are to be kept in your files to track income for the year. Principals Talent does not issue T4’s and you are responsible for keeping track of this information. If you have any questions regarding this please ask.

 

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UBCP  MEMBER  OR  PERMITTEE  AUTHORIZATION  AND  INDEMNITY  

 

Date:    Performer  Name    (the  “Performer):  

 

Performer  Address:    Performer  e-­‐mail  and  phone:    Performer’s  S.I.N.  number:    Agent  for  Principal  Work  (the  “Principal  Agent”):  

 

Principal  Agent’s  Company:    Agent  for  Background  Work  (the  “Background  Agent”):  

 

Background  Agent’s  Company:    Agent  for  Voice  Work  (the  “Voice  Agent”):  

 

Voice  Agent’s  Company:    

1. I,  the  Performer,  hereby  authorize  the  Union  of  B.C.  Performers  (the  “Union”)  to  pay  all  principal  session  fees,  (including  residual  and  use  fees)  actually  received  by  the  Union  and  due  to  me  to  the  Principal  Agent.  

2. I  further  hereby  authorize  the  Union  of  B.C.  Performers  (the  “Union”)  to  pay  all  background  session  fees,  (including  residual  and  use  fees)  actually  received  by  the  Union  and  due  to  me  to  the  Background  Agent.  

3. I  further  hereby  authorize  the  Union  of  B.C.  Performers  (the  “Union”)  to  pay  all  voice  session  fees,  (including  residual  and  use  fees)  actually  received  by  the  Union  and  due  to  me  to  the  Voice  Agent.  

4. I  confirm  that  payments  made  to  the  Principal  Agent,  the  Background  Agent  and  the  Voice  Agent  respectively  (and  altogether  called  the  “Agent(s)”)  will  fully  satisfy  the  Union’s  payment  obligations  to  me  as  if  the  Union  had  paid  all  amounts  to  me  directly.  

5. If   I   desire   to  withdraw   this   authorization   because   I   am   no   longer   represented   by   the   aforementioned   Agent(s)   or   for   any   other  reason,  I  acknowledge  that  I  must  advise  the  Union  in  writing  for  such  withdrawal  to  take  effect.  

6. I   understand   that   I   have   the   right   to   contact   the  Union   in   order   to   verify   any   information   regarding  payments   forwarded   to   the  Union  by  an  engager  or  producer.  

7. I  agree  to  indemnify  and  hold  the  Union  harmless  regarding  any  payment  forwarded  to  the  Agent(s),  and  I  confirm  that  I  will   look  only  to  the  Agent(s)  to  receive  any  monies  owing  to  me.  

8. I   understand   that   notwithstanding   this   document,   the  Union   reserves   the  option   and   right,   in   its   absolute  discretion,   to   forward  payments  to  me  directly  in  place  of  the  Agent(s).  

         X  Performer’s  Signature      

Parent  or  Guardian’s  Printed  Name  and  Signature  (if  under  nineteen  years  of  age):      X    Printed  Name:  

   

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CASTING  DIRECTOR  RELATIONSHIPS:      Please  provide   information  on  all   viable   relationships   you  may  have  with  Casting  Directors/Directors/Producers,  etc.    If  you  have  had  a  problem  with  someone  in  the  past  or  a  positive  experience,  all  is  helpful.  Include  a  timeline  so  we  know  how  current  things  are.    Please  make  note  of  anything  and  everything.            Name  of  Person   Position     Please  list  information  about  your  relationship                                                                  

 

 

 

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CASTING  FORM  (example  –  for  reference  only)  

JOB  NAME:  ______________________________CASTING  DIRECTOR:  ____________________________________  

 

NAME:  _______________________________________________________________________________________        

ADDRESS:  _____________________________________________________________________________________  

HOME  PH:  _____________________  MOBILE:  _____________________  ADDTNL  PHONE:  ____________________  

AGENCY:  _______________________________  AGENT’s  NAME:  _________________________________________  

UNION:      NO:                          YES:                UNION  NUMBER:  _______________________________________________________  

AGE:  ________  BIRTHDATE  (D/M/Y):  _______________________________________________________________  

HEIGHT:  ________  WIEGHT:  ________  EYE  COLOUR:  _________________  HAIR  COLOUR:  ____________________  

SIZES:  Please  fill  in  as  much  as  possible!  

WOMEN:       MEN:         KIDS:  

Dress:  __________________   Suit:  __________________   Shirt:  __________________  

Shirt:  __________________   Chest:  _________________   Pant:  __________________  

Waist:  _________________   Waist:  _________________   Dress:  __________________  

Pant:  __________________   Inseam:  ________________   Shoe:  ___________________  

Bust:  ___________________   Collar:  _________________  

Hips:  ___________________   Sleeve:  _________________  

Hat:  ___________________   Hat:  ____________________  

Shoe:  __________________   Shoe:  ___________________  

PREVIOUS  COMMERCIAL  EXPERIENCE:  (Please  list  recent  credits  within  the  last  2  years)  ______________________  _____________________________________________________________________________________________    PLEASE  ANSWER  ALL  OF  THE  FOLLOWING  QUESTIONS!  Thank  you.  Shoot:  Tuesday    &  Wednesday    (weather  day  Thursday)  Are  you  available?  ________________________________  Callbacks:  Friday.  Are  you  available?  _______________________________________________________________  Are  you  interested  in  extra  work?__________________________________________________________________  Are  you  a  Canadian  citizen?  ______________________________________________________________________  Have  you  done  any  conflicting  jobs  for  this  product  in  the  same  Markets  (ie.  Canada  &  USA)?  _________________  If  so  please  denote.  _____________________________________________________________________________  Do  you  currently  hold  a  valid  class  5  driver’s  license?  __________________________________________________