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Addig this great link regarding work permits and the Coogan account. It has some updated info that I cannot add to my original post.
http://bbs.backstage.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/9611031/m/54710284

Here is the updated NY work permit and trust account info.

http://www.labor.state.ny.us/workerprotection/laborstan...ure/child_index.shtm

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bop to the top. hey newbies (btw, i am one too), check out the original post in this thread for everything you need to know to get started! thanks mib!!

You're welcome, cc, and thanks for the bop to the top.
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As I try to update and get most of the info in one place, now I'm adding a link for
COVER LETTERS http://bbs.backstage.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/8011031/m/92710675
and
RESUME FORMATS http://bbs.backstage.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/8011031/m/24410001

First:

Let me say Thank You sooo much for all of the valuable information.

I am a parent manager and have some contacts in the business as well as over 17 years in sales and marketing. I considered being an agent for a long time, but could not find the information on the government site as to how and get licensed?! I have my life and health license, so I thought it would be similar, take a test, and there you go... I guess not. LOL!

Anyway,

I currently manage three children just breaking into the business. I am the mother of two of the children the aunt of the third. Through my contacts, I had professional headshots taken and have been submitting them to projects listed on Backstage West. I "shopped" them to 12 different agencies, I just sent in everything on Tuesday, and my youngest has already received a phone call from The Osbrink Talent Agency. We have a meeting set for next Wednesday at 2:30pm.

I have gone to the DLSE forms site for the entertainment work permit, but I am a little confused. The form has company name as the first line. Is this for the company that hires the child for the job? I wanted to send in the form for all three kids now, but am not sure what to do. Am I the company that is requesting the work permit? Thank you in advance for your help.

Also, any informaiton you can give me on the Osbrink Agency I would much appreciate. They handle Dakota and I have read up on them through IMDB and other areas, but some inside thoughts would be helpful before our meeting.

I am going to read all of the suggested material and the other links. I am sure I will have a ton more questions. Thank you again for your insight and help.

Tonya Knoll

Okay. I had the wrong work permit. Got the right one now.

Any info on Osbrink is still much appreciated.

Thank you.

Hello Sidetrackvid and welcome!

This would be a good question to ask on a new thread under Agents and Managers or to add to an existing one. Do a search by clicking on the Find button above and uncheck the "Search current forum only" box.

As far as agents go, no matter who they represent, agents are good for some, but not always for everyone. It's important to meet with several before making a decision and see what feels like a good fit for both you and your child.

Enjoy the board!

HAPPY SUMMER!

Mominbiz,
Great read! You gave mention of "drama book stores". Where might I find the names of some of these book stores (in the L.A. area)? I prefer going to a bookstore over shopping on the internet. Thanks in advance!

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Originally posted by sofiadiablesa:
Where might I find the names of some of these book stores (in the L.A. area)? I prefer going to a bookstore over shopping on the internet. Thanks in advance!

You're welcome!

The Samuel French Book Stores are the most popular and well stocked. There are 2 in the LA area, one on Sunset and one in the valley on Ventura Blvd. You can call ahead to be sure what you want is in stock, but it's fun to peruse the store. You'll always find lots to choose from. I dare you to get out of the store in under 30 minutes!!! LOL
http://www.samuelfrench.com/store/our_locations.php
Samuel French, Inc.
7623 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90046
Phone (323) 876-0570
and
Samuel French Bookstore
11963 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
Phone (818) 762-0535

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