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Freelance vs. Signed? What Every Actor Should Know

By The Up-To-Date Actor, June 03, 2025

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Whether you're just starting out or deep in the hustle, navigating your career as an actor means building the right team. Two of the most important roles? Your talent agent and talent manager.

But beyond knowing who they are, understanding the difference between working freelance vs. being signed with an agent or manager can define your daily grind, your bookings—and ultimately, your growth.

Here’s what you need to know.

How to Write an Effective Email Submission Note to an Agent or Manager

By 2, May 23, 2025

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Breaking into the industry—or leveling up—often means seeking strong representation. Whether you're submitting to an agent for the first time or looking to switch management, your email submission is your first impression. Here's a guide to writing a concise, confident email that hits all the right notes.

Below is a breakdown of what your email should include, followed by a sample template you can personalize.

Hollywood Tariffs - Free Workshop - Production & Tax Incentives - Upfronts

By Abigail Hardin, May 19, 2025

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In this week's entertainment industry update, we discuss Hollywood Tariffs; Political; Tax Incentives; Film & TV Production; Upfront Week; Theatre; Actors at Acting; A.I.; Business; Quick Bites

Production & Tax Incentives - LA Wildfires - Free Workshop: Seeking Representation 101

By Abigail Hardin, February 05, 2025

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In this week's entertainment industry update, we discuss Los Angeles Wildfires; Production & Tax Incentives; Political; Business; TV Talk; Theatre Trends; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Auditioning Tips; Awards; Film Festivals; Actors on Acting; Quick Bites

2025 Industry Predictions - Pilot Season - Production Updates

By Abigail Hardin, January 07, 2025

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In this week's entertainment industry update, we discuss Free Workshop: 1/15 - Pilot Season 2025; 2025 Predictions!; Production; Film & TV Business; Awards Season; Content; A.I.; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Actors on Acting; Quick Bites; What to Watch; Shop Directories

Industry Election Reaction - Production & Tax Incentives - Artios Nominations

By Abigail Hardin, November 14, 2024

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In this week's entertainment industry update, we discuss Free Workshop: Seeking Representation on Both Coasts; Industry Election Reaction; Production & Tax Incentives; Artios Award Nominations; Business; Film & TV Content; Theatre Talk; Streaming; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Actors on Acting; Quick Bites

CA Tax Incentive - Seeking Rep Workshop - Pitching Your Project

By Abigail Hardin, October 30, 2024

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In this week's entertainment industry update, we discuss Free Workshop: Seeking Representation on Both Coasts; Film & TV Business; Production; TV Time; Theatre Talk; A.I.; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Actors on Acting; Quick Bites

A.I. Bill Vetoed - Film/TV Content Trends - WGA Strike 1-Year Later

By Abigail Hardin, October 04, 2024

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In this week's entertainment industry update, we discuss A.I.; Business; Film & TV Content; Production; Union Strong; Streaming; Theatre Talk; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Film Festivals & Movie Theatres; Actors on Acting; Quick Bites

Booking Film & TV - Manifestation Goals - Production News - Emmy Awards Analysis

By Abigail Hardin, September 18, 2024

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In this week's entertainment industry update, we discuss Manifestation Goals; Production; A.I.; Business; Content; Emmys; Streaming; Theatre; Film Festivals; Actors on Acting; Quick Bites

Summer Tips to Get Ready for the Fall Season - Upcoming Workshop - Strike Watch - Theatre News

By Abigail Hardin, June 06, 2024

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In this week's entertainment industry update, we discuss Strike Watch; A.I.; Streaming; Business; Theatre Awards; Regional Theatre; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Actors on Acting; Quick Bites