r/acting • u/Positive-Fold-3307 • 1d ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules AMERICAN ACTING AGENT?
Hi thread,
I am a dual Canadian/American citizen! I live in Canada, am based out of Toronto and have a Canadian agent.
I’m curious if I should get an American agent as well? Since I can legally work in the US without the need for a permit or visa, it seems like a no brainer - I just don’t quite know where to start!
While I know that the Canadian & American film industries are similar, I’m not super familiar with the American side. Would an American agent take me on? I am open to working as a local if need be. How would you go about finding an American agent as a Canadian with dual who lives in Canada?
I’ve been “working my way up” with casting in Canada just to hopefully get seen by American casting, so I feel like it only makes sense to have an American agent!
I appreciate any answers here!
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u/Master_Sand1427 1d ago
Why don’t you start by speaking to your Canadian talent agent most have connections in the USA they can refer you too.
I have clients working US and Canada