How to get jobs in other cities

Hi. I am an aspiring actor from overseas and currently with a talent agency in Sydney. I have done some extra jobs for TV shows and commercials and think I'm enjoying this very much and would like more of it. I heard Melbourne has many jobs as well as Brisbane, and I am willing to travel to those cities for the right opportunities. Since my agent doesn't really chase after jobs outside of Sydney, however, I had thought about contacting local talent agencies in those cities UNTIL some people in this forum mentioned that it's best to stay with just one. So, I'm asking for your suggestions as to what to do to get more jobs not only in Sydney but also in other major cities across the country, without upsetting my agent or blacklisting myself. Is it okay to send my details to casting agencies/consultants in each city while mentioning who my agent is? If I get a job from them directly instead of through my agency, do I still need to let my agency know of it and ask them to act on my behalf? (and pay that 10% commission, I suppose???) I also thought about Showcast but I can't really afford the registration fees. For any of you out there who joined the website, did you have to pay the fees or did your agency take care of it? Thank you! =)

Being Perth based, I would have to do a little research to find agents. However, one thought I have that you may want to consider is the Casting Site "Show Cast." While they charge a bit for their online services, many casting agents already use them and it is considered THE most legitimate Casting service for Australia (nationwide).

As for talking to your agent, approach them from the mindset that you would like them to continue to represent you and are they able to accomodate your expanded horizons? You never know, they may want to do so for you.

At the end of the day, you are paying them to find work for you so you are hiring them to provide a service. You try and to right by them and they will do their best for you, within their scope. If they are not providing the extent of service you require, you either drop them and find another contact service, or find another contractor that will cover the gaps. It is your career after all, not theirs, that you personally are concerned about.

Absit invidia (and DFT :nono:)

Jeff Watkins

Perth

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