San Diego, California is one of the most beautiful and active cities in California, and if you are an actor, model, voice over artist or any other type of talent you should consider opting for representation in this city. San Diego houses some of the most prestigious talent agencies in the state, and with its proximity to Los Angeles many agencies in this city place actors in local and LA work. Below are some of the top San Diego talent agencies; however, due to the constant evolution of this industry new agencies are constantly opening. Thus, use this list as a starting point and not a definitive guide to San Diego talent agencies.
Shamon Freitas Agency:
The Shamon Freitas Agency first began operating in Southern California in 1987, and since then the agency has gained a reputation as being on the most successful, legitimate and competent agencies in San Diego. Whether you’re just starting off in your talent career or a professional actor with years of experience, the Shamon Freitas Agency can support and further develop your career. Representing actors, models, voice over artists and children this agency is ideal for a wide variety of talent. The Shamon Freitas Agency is a SAG, AFTRA and AEA franchised agency, thus allowing union and non-union actors the ability to be represented.
Submission Guidelines:
The Shamon Freitas Agency requires actors to submit a current headshot and resume through standard mail. Models are instructed to submit a current snapshot or ZED card, which should include at least one full body shot, a profile shot and a smiling headshot. Voiceover artists are instructed to submit a current demo CD with high production qualities. Upon publication, the Shamon Freitas Agency does not accept emailed submissions.
The Shamon Freitas Agency
ATTN: Submissions
3916 Oregon Street
San Diego, CA 92104
http://www.shamonfreitas.com
Actors Management Agency:
The Actors Management Agency, or AMA, was established by a group of actors who were tired of shady and scam agencies preying on actors wishing to pursue their dream of performing. This agency has more of a community feel than other talent agencies as all the agents are actors. Through collaboration, this agency is able to cultivate and prepare their talent for local and nationwide auditions. This agency works on a non-exclusive basis, thus meaning you can sign with AMA and another agency to maximize your visibility and audition potential.
Submission Guidelines:
Upon publication, the Actors Management Agency allows email and hardcopy submissions. If you are an actor, model or voice over talent you may access the submission database by visiting the AMA website. If you prefer to snail-mail your materials, you may do so by mailing your headshot, resume and demo reel (if available) to the following address:
Actors Management Agency
4901 70th Street, Suite 106
San Diego, CA 92115
Contact:
http://www.actorsmanagementagency.com
619-465-7444 EXT 128
*The Actors Management Agency also represents film/TV/commercial/theater directors as well as writers.