Representation

Kit Talent is a youth agency representing children and young performers across areas including theatre, film, television, commercials, voiceover, music videos, live performance, modelling and promotional work. 

We aim to approach representation in a way that is professional, realistic and supportive. We work closely with families to help children access suitable opportunities while keeping welfare, communication and long-term development at the heart of our work. 

When a child joins Kit Talent, we act as their sole agency representative within the agreed scope of representation, unless otherwise agreed in writing. This means we submit suitable talent for opportunities, liaise with casting professionals and productions, negotiate terms where appropriate, and support families through the professional process. 

An agent is a professional representative who helps put talent forward for suitable opportunities in the industry. 

Some of the jobs our agents at Kit Talent do are: 

• submit talent for castings and auditions 
• build relationships with casting directors, production companies and other industry professionals 
• advise on presentation, materials and professional development 
• negotiate fees and contractual terms where appropriate 
• help guide careers in a professional and realistic way 

An agent is not the same as a drama school, acting coach or photographer. An agent does not create work, guarantee auditions or promise success. What an agent does is open doors to the right opportunities and help manage those opportunities professionally. 

If a child is represented by an agency, it usually means the agency is acting as their professional point of contact for performance work within agreed areas such as theatre, television, film and commercials. 

Representation normally includes: 

• being considered for suitable castings 
• being submitted for roles the agent feels are appropriate 
• having a professional profile managed or overseen by the agency 
• being contacted about opportunities as they arise 
• receiving advice about how to approach the industry professionally 

Representation does not mean that a child will automatically be submitted for every role, or that they will be seen for auditions every week. Casting is selective, competitive and often influenced by factors outside anyone’s control, including brief, look, age, height, location, availability and the preferences of a casting team. 

Children and young people do not need to be industry experts, but there are certain qualities that make representation work well. 

We expect talent to: 

• enjoy performing
• be willing to listen and learn 
• attend castings, recalls and bookings punctually where offered 
• present themselves professionally and politely 
• work hard when given an opportunity 
• keep skills, credits and materials up to date where appropriate 
• understand, at an age-appropriate level, that this is professional work and not just a hobby 

Most importantly, we want children to stay grounded, supported and happy in the process. 

For young performers, family support is essential. Parents and guardians play a major role in whether representation works smoothly. 

We expect families to: 

• communicate clearly and promptly 
• keep us updated on availability, location and changes in circumstances 
• respond to messages within a reasonable time, especially for castings 
• ensure their child attends opportunities on time and prepared 
• be honest about skills, experience and availability 
• support their child in a calm and professional way 
• understand that not every child will be right for every role 
• treat agency staff, casting teams and industry professionals with courtesy and respect 

We also need families to understand that self-tapes, castings and recalls can sometimes come through at short notice. Flexibility helps, although we fully appreciate that school, family life and other commitments must also be balanced carefully. 

There is no cost to join Kit Talent, and we do not charge monthly fees for representation. 

Kit Talent will take commission on work a child books within the agreed scope of representation. Commission is only payable once payment has actually been received, and it does not apply to genuine reimbursement of expenses. 

That being said, there are some expenses (not paid to Kit Talent) that represented talent will normally encur.  These could include, but not limited to Spotlight membership and professional materials (such as headshots).

Not necessarily. Some children will have busy periods and some will have quieter periods. Auditions depend on the briefs coming in and whether a child is right for them. 

Not always. Experience can help, but potential, personality, professionalism and suitability also matter. 

No, but good availability and honest communication make a big difference. Families should tell us clearly when a child is unavailable. 

Usually not. Casting teams often do not have time to provide individual feedback, especially at first- round stage. 

Usually, representation is exclusive within agreed areas. This would always be set out in the agency agreement. Kit Talent only accepts talent on a sole representation basis, meaning we won’t consider talent who already have other representation (except in specific circumstances). 

No. However, if a child is repeatedly unavailable, turns down suitable opportunities or misses deadlines, representation may not be workable. 

Not necessarily. Training and good materials can be valuable, but there is no single formula. Families should be thoughtful and avoid pressure to overspend. 

That is completely valid. A child’s wellbeing matters more than pursuing opportunities that they no longer enjoy. Representation should support the child, not pressure them.

All our talent at Kit Talent can end their representation with one-month written notice (T&Cs apply).