Corsa Agency opened as a result of the split Epstein/Wycoff/Corsa/Ross in 2005. Corsa Agency reps actors of all ages ranging from their youngest Sierra McCormick (A.N.T. Farm) to their oldest Gary Collins (Hour Magazine). There are two departments consisting of commercial & theatrical with Larry Corsa handling commercials and Thomas Richards handling most of the theatrical dept.

James J Jones is Owner/Head of Adult Theatrical Division Premier Talent Group. "Pro-active Empowerment is the Driving Force of The Premier Talent Group. James Jones has a unique background for a talent agent. He began his career with over a decade of work in state and federal political campaigns and with the state legislature. His emphasis was in communications, and fundraising with a special emphasis in strategic and tactical planning. He spent time working in both Washington’s - our State Legislature and our nation's Capitol. After leaving politics, James spent a number of years working as an executive development officer, focusing on fundraising and communications for non-profit organizations charitable organizations. For the past eleven years Mr. Jones has lead two very successful theatrical and literary agencies who represent some of the highest quality actors in the Los Angeles area.

Melanie Sharp has been in the representation field for 24 years. Starting as the receptionist at the Jack Rose Talent Agency in 1984, Melanie worked her way up through the business, becoming an agent in 1990 at Henderson/Hogan Agency. In addition to being mentored by the late Maggi Henderson, Melanie was also an agent at Susan Smith & Associates and head of the Talent Department at The Agency before turning to management and opening Sharp Talent in 1997. She has had the honor to work with some of the top talent in the industry including Kathy Bates, Salma Hayek, Naomi Watts, CCH Pounder and others. As a manager, Melanie has placed several clients on Series including "Men in Trees" and "Heroes".

When you think of a dartboard, we all know what we see, and the purpose of the game, hit the little red circle…in the middle. However, there are several dart games that encompass the entire board or there would be no point to having the whole dartboard. Due to fear, and several other factors, the acting community tends to focus on what would be “outer-lying” parts of a dartboard and most notably WHO is at its center. WHO is the bulls-eye? We commonly make reps and CD’s our focus, and therefore bulls-eye, but IF you step back and look at the board in a new way…it might help you better focus in a new way. What if the dartboard is about how far from your goals you are from the outside edges of the board, to its center, and the WHO in your world…can make all the difference. At the center of Hollywood lies, the players, the people who really make it happen. Perspective, perspective, perspective is the key. You can be right here in Studio City and still be miles and miles away from your hopes and dreams. Understanding any challenge is to really see what you're dealing with, and adjust accordingly. After attending this discussion you will forever SEE Hollywood differently adjust your focus ever so slightly to include more knowledge, understanding and people who are the real bulls-eye of our careers.

Casting Associate to Patrick Rush, CSA
Shows: CHUCK (5 Seasons), EVERWOOD (Seasons 1&2), PRIVILEGED (Pilot + 1 season), HUMAN TARGET (Pilot & 1st 6 episodes) and The O.C. (PILOT and 3 SEASONS/ Guest Starred in the series finale), this office currently casts the new DALLAS series.
Pilots: Georgetown, EDGAR FLOATS, Jack & Bobby, The Mountain, Supernatural

Actor Bio: Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Clarion University of PA with a B.F.A. Degree in Acting, with a concentration in Musical Theatre. First moved to NYC. Todd has performed professionally on stage for over 20 years playing theatres throughout the U.S. and Canada. After singing on a round-the-world cruise in 1996, Todd decided to move to Los Angeles and take a stab at his secret desire: Television acting. Since then, he has recurred on anumber of shows, guest-starred on quite a few others, tested at studio and network on 2 pilots, and has been in such films as "Just Go With It", "Get Smart", "Miss Congeniality 2", "Tailsting", and in a lead role in an independent feature titled "Hiding Victoria", which just received distribution in the US and abroad. Todd is currently recurring on SUBURGATORY as "Tom" the father of the twins, Kaitlyn and Kenzie.

J.K. Simmons has appeared in diverse projects spanning motion pictures, television and stage performances on and off Broadway. He played J. Jonah Jameson in Sam Raimi’s “Spider Man” trilogy. His motion picture credits include “Hidalgo,” “The Ladykillers,” “The Mexican,” "Off The Map," “For Love of the Game,” “The Gift,” “Thank You for Smoking,” “Rendition,” “Burn After Reading" and, memorably, his portrayal of the off-beat but not deadbeat father, Mac McGuff, in the hit comedy “Juno.” J.K.’s latest films include “The Music Never Stopped”, “Jennifer’s Body," “Extract”, "The Vicious Kind”, “ I Love You Man”, “Beginner’s Guide to Endings”, and the Academy Award nominated film “Up In The Air”. Additionally, JK recently finished shooting “Contraband”, which will be released in 2012. On the small screen, Simmons plays LAPD Assistant Chief Will Pope in TNT’s hit series “The Closer.” He also played Vern Schillinger on HBO’s acclaimed drama “Oz,” while playing a recurring role as Dr. Emil Skoda on NBC’s “Law and Order.” Simmons has appeared on the Broadway stage in performances of “Guys and Dolls,” “Laughter on the 23rd Floor", " A Change In The Heir", “Peter Pan” and "A Few Good Men." He’s also recently completed production on both The Words and Geezers, which are now in the can as of January 2012!

Chaim Magnum has been a leader in the Commercial Agency world for over a decade. As one of the founders of Dragon Talent, an agency that focused on hip and cutting edge talent, Chaim’s latest venture is LemonLime Agency-Talent with a twist. LemonLime has maintained its street edge, while adding a more accessible and wide reaching talent base.
The clients of Chaim have appeared regularly in commercials such as iPod, Gap campaigns, Pepsi, Levis, Verizon and hundreds of other national and worldwide commercials. The attention given to the most current trends in Commercials, Music and Art has earned Chaim the unique place of being one of the most sought after agents in Los Angeles and the business.

Paul was raised in northern NJ and graduated with a BA in Advertising from Michigan State University. He began his professional career as a buyer for Macys, NYC and then advanced to corporate level buying for the nationwide Federated Department Stores operation in men’s clothing. Paul transitioned into product merchandising at the corporate level for several companies including Guess, Converse and Timberland.

Introduced to talent management, Paul parlayed the skill sets of mentoring, managing, and operating a business into starting his own company TTM/Trusik Talent Management, Inc. His management company focuses on guiding adult actors and a few select writers. Paul enjoys working with talent immensely and assisting them to reach their goals. Directing and interacting with creative people has always been an important part of his professional life. His client’s work can be seen in film and TV, as well throughout all media.

Paul joined the Talent Managers Association (TMA) in 2005. He was elected President of the TMA in 2009 and headed the organization for 2.5 years. Paul has been an active member of the organization since joining, and had previously served on the Board of Directors in several capacities. He was twice awarded the TMA Manager of the Year in 2009 and in 2011 by his peers. Paul currently sits on the Board of Directors as the Past President. In addition to his work with the TMA, he is also a member of ATAS/The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences and is an Emmy voter.

Paul is pleased to participate as a panelist representing talent managers for this Actors Network Q & A.

It has become more and more common that actors typically think that Commercials are the "easy way into the business." This belief or thought process can be a bit short-sighted. Additionally, there are a few key ways to make faster inroads into the commercial industry that many actors never think of or ever try. Yes, commercials can be a great way to get into SAG, make some easy money, and get health insurance coverage but don't look at it like it will be a walk in the park. This can lead to undue frustration. Learn how to be pursue the commercial industry more aggressively, by understanding the PROPER technique to “ask” for more auditions, as well as marketing to Prod. Co., Directors, and working with a team of actors to “Help You, Help Them...Help you BOTH.

Way back in the day Kevin and a friend of his coined the phrase (for actors) of “getting to” The Guy. The guy, can be a woman, it was more just about being able to get to the person, in some respectful and professional way, that was really IN CHARGE. This can be at their office or any other setting but making a focused effort to target more folks who are the real decision makers in Hollywood. It isn’t a target list, and it isn’t just a drop off. It is the combination of all the above centered around the Producer, Directors, and Executives that ultimately decide our fate be it for a film, TV show, a TV Pilot or anything else. Now we're talking about the pursuit of the hiring body of Hollywood, this is not about casting. Directors and producers have a very different attitude towards actors and a different mind set about casting and auditions, and Executives are even more different. Come get some perspective.

Originally from Northern CA, I have been working in the entertainment industry since 2003. I originally received my start at ACME Talent and Literary in 2003 and started as an assistant and spent the next three years progressing up the ladder, finishing as an agent. Feeling the need for growth, I made the transition to DDO Artists Agency in 2007 and have been working as one of the dept. heads in the Adult Commercials Dept. I remember thinking that while I wasn’t much of a dancer my three friends were really good break-dancers on the playground. I sort of fell into this natural mode of drawing a crowd to them to watch. From a tip jars to using a megaphone, I found real joy in sort of “repping them” to be watched. Doing it as a professional representative, my clients have had much success in major campaigns including one who plays Ranjit in the Metro PCS Spots ,another who is one of the new characters in the new Verizon Campaign and countless others. We book 100’s of National Network commercials a year and I can guarantee you that when watching commercials for any major sporting or television event, you can be sure to see one if not many DDO clients.

All day event

As of 2012 this is now an ACTIVITY, which means NO LATECOMERS & NO leaving early!

It is 90-minutes in length.

This is an opportunity to discuss any issues and concerns you may have regarding your career or pursuit. It's a great time to discuss situations that may have occurred or will occur due to your pursuit. Get other actors perspective on your issue so that we all become more prepared and informed about our careers. An issue can be as simple as asking about an acting coach to as difficult as how to handle an agent who is asking you out on a date.

Byron began his casting career as an assistant-turned-associate for Lina Todd, CSA based in NYC. After working on films such as "Sarah's Key," "Remembrance," "Kin," and many others, Byron began his own casting company, Byron Casting, and soon took off with a slate of independent shorts, commercials and TV movies. After moving to LA, Byron was tapped as casting director for Break Media's (break.com <break.com/> ) branded entertainment projects and original web content. As a bi-coastal casting director, Byron has worked with reputable production companies and directors to help develop and cast a wide range of talent. As a producer at Wit Philly Productions he is now closely involved in furthering the creative production of a large slate of web series, television and film. Byron also teaches audition technique and scene study for actors.

This discussion is not just about marketing or image it is really about getting down to what you're selling based on your "look", where your demographic falls, what your experience is and what your main desires are as an actor. Yes we all just want to work, but that is a broad and somewhat flawed statement left by itself. Your age, background, hair style, hair color, your actor wardrobe, as well as the marketplace and trends all have to be considered in trying to find your type before you ever shoot any photos.

BIO is TBD.

3-HOURS LONG: NO LATECOMERS, NO LEAVING EARLY, NO EXCEPTIONS. Park on a side street not a meter.

The Actors’ Network created a specific form to “Type” each other in four areas: Visual, Essence, Stereotypes and Professions. The results are designed to assist you in understanding how other folks see you, what type of feeling they get from you and how they would cast you. It is one of the most valuable tools you’ll ever get as an actor. Type is Three hours long. Realize that how you wear your hair and attire play a major role. We recommend doing at least two or three of these per year. Come to each one with a different look.