ONLINE ATLANTA LEGIT AGENT NIGHT - Showcase to 3 Atlanta Agencies!

Monday, January 22, 2024, 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT

This event is in the past.

Showcase to THREE legit Atlanta agencies that represent for film, TV and theater and get immediate feedback on your performance so you can continue to make smarter and more powerful choices in this ever-changing career.

You'll also receive written feedback that will be emailed to you after the event to provide even more clarity on your work.

This panel includes agents working in the ATLANTA market.

Confirmed guests include:

- Jennifer Hummel, People Store

- Peggi McKinley, BMG Talent Group - Atlanta

- Lora Vinson, Classic Talent Agency

*Please note that Guests are subject to change.

EVENT OVERVIEW:

The afternoon of the event, you’ll be given your appointment times in EST.

The event will start with a 30 minute Q&A with everyone in the room. Then you will be admitted one by one and get 5 minutes in the room with the guests, including your performance. After your time slot you are free to leave for the evening (hit “Leave Meeting” button).

Please show up at least 5-10 minutes before your scheduled time, and please be aware that technical issues can occur but your host will keep you updated while you are in the waiting room.

We kindly ask that you do not request to alter your appointment time.

-The host will open the ‘room’ at least 30 minutes before the start of class. You’re welcome to arrive during this time to run your scene with the host.

-Actors will be automatically sent to the ‘waiting room’. The host will admit the actors as they arrive. 

-The host or the guests will give the spiel on how the class will run with any special notes, and begin the lesson plan.

***Actors Connection provides readers for all events

WHAT TO PREPARE:

For this event, please bring in your own scene of choice (no more than 2 minutes in length) that you feel best showcases your strengths as an actor. If you do not have your own scene, you can select a scene from the General Sides database (link located in your Actors Connection account upon registration).

Please email jess@actorsconnection.com your scene choice AS AN ATTACHMENT (file should be labeled YourName_CHARACTER) by 5pm (EST) the DAY BEFORE the event.

Please follow the procedures listed below:

  • Please update your headshot and fill out the MY INFO section of your AC account upon registration.

  • The room will be open 30 minutes before the event is scheduled to start. Please arrive at least 10 MINUTES before your event begins as your host will give important information about the event at this time.

  • Instructions and the ZOOM link for access to this online event will be emailed to you in advance. If you have not received the link by one hour before the event, please reach out to registration@actorsconnection.com.

Additional Information:

Our online office hours are 9am-6pm Monday-Friday

If you have an emergency for a class you are participating in outside of these hours, please email help@actorsconnection.com and your host will be able to respond.

**No recording of any kind is permitted by participants during class.**

**Actors Connection classes and programming are for ADULTS (18+). Unless it is disclosed above, with permission, some teens (14+) are allowed to take adult programming. To inquire about getting permission, please send an email to: info@actorsconnection.com**

**Please keep in mind that all programs at Actors Connection are for educational and professional development purposes. Participating in any class or event is not a promise of employment.**

Jennifer Bolla (Hummel)

Jennifer Bolla (née Hummel) is the Head of Emerging Talent at Formation Talent Agency (FKA People Store). Her roster of children and young adults includes series regulars on major networks as well as leads in studio and indie features. Her passion as an agent is to grow the careers of young actors so they can book their dream roles. Jennifer is dedicated to demystifying the film and television industry for parents and young actors, empowering them with the tools and knowledge to navigate the business confidently.

In addition to leading the Emerging Talent department, Jennifer specializes in character voice over representation. Her clients bring life to iconic animated films, hit television series, video games, and podcasts. She is a regular speaker and presenter at VO Atlanta, where she shares her expertise with the voice over community.

Jennifer holds a BFA in Performing Arts from the Savannah College of Art and Design, which gives her a deep understanding of the craft she now supports as an agent. She resides in Duluth, GA with her husband and loves cooking, reading, watching movies and TV, and playing video games in her free time.

Lora Vinson

Classic Talent Agency is a boutique agency located in the North Metro Atlanta area. We bring expert knowledge of the industry from Los Angeles to Atlanta. We offer Classic LA style representation in the Southeast while staying under SAG guidelines.

We are focused on providing the best opportunities for each of our Talent.

Peggi McKinley

From television producer to advertising agency producer to talent agent to educator to casting director and back to work as a talent agent once again, Peggi has been responsible for the representation of thousands of models and actors in print ads, internet programming, commercials, feature films, TV shows, theatre, industrial films, voice over work, music videos, etc nationally and internationally.  

She has been an integral part of BMG Models and Talent Group since 2017, and is currently forging ahead in the 51st year of her career in the TV/Film/Agency industry. She is the Director of the Florida Agencies (Orlando and Miami) and the On-Camera Director for the Southeast markets (Orlando, Miami, and Atlanta) for BMG Global.

Meets

Monday, January 22, 20246:30 pm

The following disclaimer is provided specifically at the request of and in accordance with SAG/AFTRA: Seminars or classes are for educational purposes only and will not secure or provide opportunity for employment in the field or representation by an agent or casting director.