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Blunder Asked: how to get an agent for acting?

Hi,

I'm 20, and have always been a passionate and talented actor.

When applying for University, i was 50/50 about doing either drama, or business studies, as i have also made a lot of money as an ebay entrepreneur when i was younger.

I chose the business studies option…. and am now thinking it was not the right choice.

Over half way into the year now, am set to get a 1st for this first year (not a big feat considering the levels set for the first year) in business, yet i still get people telling me that i should be doing drama, or be presenting, or be on TV every time i go out!

Whenever there is a camera on me, i feel alive, and where others say they feel scared or pressured in front of a camera or crowd…. that feels my element, i'd easily say that i feel most comfortable and natural when there is either a large crowd watching me, or i am on camera.

Having achieved a B for drama A-level (should have got an A but the written side let me down!), i have some qualifications in this field, yet am thinking that if i switch course next year to a more theatrical Uni thing…. I'll be facing the 300% rise in fees, and to be honest…. whilst practitioners such as stanislavski, etc. can teach elements of acting, in its raw form, it is a talent, as well as a passion, there is not a definititve theory or equation that can be taught to turn somebody into an actor!! so i feel like maybe switching the course and facing the extra fees in the future may be pointless!

I Just wanted to ask about acting agencies, and how i could perhaps submit pictures, and a brief video portfolio of my acting, or personality to an agency online, or some project that i could work on to try and see whether there is any point in me persuing this acting career whilst i continue my business course at uni (obviously if it proves fruitful, i would happily drop out to prioritise my passion).

From what ive read online, agents find you, and in that case, you need to be enrolled on an acting related course/actively involved in theatre productions, as well as have a lot of luck! Given that i currently am working on my business course, it is difficult to have obligations to other things such as theatre groups, and even then, the chances of getting spotted by an agent in a small time theatre production are minimal at best.

Therefore, i was wondering if there is any website, or agency, where you can submit your headshots, clips, details, etc. and then they can either decide whether to pursue you as a client, or not, or submit you for auditions, acting work, etc. regardless!

Basically, i am seeking advice from people who are in similar situations to me in regards to being prospective actors, and seeking attention and work from an acting agency

thanks for your help (and sorry for the long post if you did read it all!)

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