7. Casting Director’s Relationships in the Industry: UK/ London Representation - a Conversation with Elle Cairns of 42
Description
Eleanor "Elle" Cairns is a Talent Manager/Agent at 42 Management & Production, a fully integrated management and production company with offices in London and Los Angeles. The company produces film, television, and content, and represents actors, writers, directors, comedians, presenters, producers, casting directors, and media book rights. In this sit down with Jess and Jenn, Elle discusses the current climate of the industry, the differences between the UK and the US in terms of agents and managers, and what actors need to know about getting representation in both countries.
— Elle's Journey to Becoming a Talent Manager
— Agents and Managers in the UK Market
— Finding New Talent
— How US and UK Reps Work Together
— The UK Casting Director and Agent Dynamic
— The WGA Strike's Impact Overseas
— Spotlight, Breakdown Services, and Casting Networks
— Stories About Actors and Boundaries
— Why Get a US Agent as a UK Actor, and vice versa
— Pitching Clients
Episode Resources:
- Eleanor Cairns Linkedin
- 42 Management & Production
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