Auditioning and excited

sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Aviza

I'm auditioning for a talent agency tonight via zoom. I'm so excited! They messaged me, I called, they asked what day? I said today. They sent a script they're legit I looked them up. Wish me luck!

Hey! What’s the name of the agency? I’m curious.

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Motts

Break a leg! I auditioned for a community theatre play last week. I was only in front of the director for my one minute monologue but it was exciting to be auditioning again. I didn't get the part either, but who cares. Auditioning is fun! Hope you have a great audition tonight!

Ooop @Motts Did you have to come prepared with your own monologue? What did they give you want to read?

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Aviza

I signed with the talent agency. Have 30 classes to complete, 2k. 3 photo shoots included, 1 year renewable contract.

I know your money is your business, but the first red flag and what they always tell you not to do, is pay for your own pictures and anything else. That means it’s not that legitimate. It’s more like a predatory stuff

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:48 AM

Modeling Scams | FTC Consumer Information

“Do I Have to Pay For an Agent or Manager?” | Hometown to Hollywood - Bonnie J. Wallace

Hey @Aviza please please please read these articles. What you’re getting yourself into is exactly a scam.

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by divine1966

I hope it’s not a scam. Sadly I never heard anything good about such agencies. Stay safe

If IS 100% a scam! Read the links to two articles I just posted. And so should everybody else. I’m not saying nobody should congratulate her, but if they look at what I posted it’s not real it’s a scam. Aviza does not have $2000 to give away to anybody

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by rechu

Yeah, I have the same concerns as divine. I actually knew someone that worked at an agency like that once. She gave me some insight on how they operate. Pretty much everyone passes the auditions because they want to make money from getting people to sign up for the classes. Few that go through all that end up working professionally and those that did succeed probably didn't need the classes to begin with.

You may want to give this a read:

Scams and How to Avoid Them | Acting Studio Chicago

Be careful.

Hey@ rechu I just posted two good articles so hopefully she will read them. I will read yours and you will read mine right LOL

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Aviza

The agency is a subsidiary of Elite and elite is just for superstars they said. They are charginging about 2k and it's not a scam. You get a renewable 1 year contract after you graduate. They have been very open and honest. I'm looking forward to the classes, and future auditions. You are not tied to just this agency you can sign with any and all if you want. They have businesses all over the world. I have reviewed them. They don't guarantee success. But they give you the tools to succeed. They cover 3 photo sessions with a professional photographer.

Visa I’m not trying to argue with you but is 100% a scam i’m not sure how you research them but if you Google modeling scam signs what you were doing is exactly a scam You are being scammed. And I hate to say it you’ve been scammed before. It might be worth considering we could have a point.

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Aviza

Read reviews from consumer reviews. And they have to lots of reviews. You get what you put into it basically.

You do realize they probably pay people to give them a good reviews and up there stars right? It happens all the time especially with scammy businesses

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Aviza

They are teaching what I lack professionalism geez can't you just be happy for a person? I'm learning skills I can apply in all areas. They teach acting and modeling. Told my mom a month ago I was going to get into acting. Singers act actors sings. She was like have fun.

I solicited them I guess I had to fill out a form I don't remember doing. But I've been googling a lot of stuff cause I wanted to find open call auditions locally. There's a dinner theater nearby. I didn't find that but found this I suppose. And it will help with getting out there.

I’m sorry I would be happy but I promise you you’re being scammed! And I’m not trying to be a jerk but you do you frequently talk about money issues and wanting certain things that require money. Yet spending $2000? I just can’t see how it makes sense even if it was real. But it is not! No legitimate agency makes you pay for anything upfront ever

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Molinit

If I feel someone is a victim of a scam I'm going to say so. If you insist on going through with this, please remember this thread later, because you will be a couple of thousand poorer with nothing but some overpriced pictures to show for it.

I feel the same way. Especially since she’s been scammed in various ways before. And I know she doesn’t have money all over the place to throw it something like this.

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by rechu

I think people are just trying to help because, unfortunately, these agencies exist to prey on people. You say that financially it will be tight for you to do this. In that case, I would think there would be better ways to spend $2,000 - paying down debt or increasing savings. If I remember correctly, didn't you mention you fell for another scam in the past? It would be unfortunate if this happened to you again.

She has been scanned more than once.

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sarahsweets · Aug 29, 2021 at 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by bpforever1

Dear Aviza,

How you spend your money is none of our business. If you are happy, then this is what matters. However, some people may have some insight into your situation since they may have gone through a similar situation. I would think about their advice carefully.

In the end, you can do what you want. So, you have been advised by others but still want to pursue this path, I say do as you desire but please be cautious.

You are not doing anything illegal nor hurting anybody.

Best wishes!

Hey@bpforever1:
I know she wants people to be happy for her and she says she’s happy. But I am just not somebody who can be happy for someone who has been scammed in the past, already has money issues, was solicited and being charged which is completely wrong. She said she read reviews and it’s well-known that scamming businesses and even normal businesses pay reviewer‘s. They pay for positive reviews and they get lots of stars and people fail to google sometimes. They do and then they go right to the reviews. Ensure she’s not doing anything illegal however the company she’s dealing with is illegal. Sure she’s not hurting anybody but she will be hurt financially and otherwise. And yes it is not our business how she spends her money. But over the couple of years that I’ve been here there been numerous posts regarding her financial situation, wanting a car, it’s OK we all have money problems that’s not what I’m saying, it’s just that this is something that has happened before and I refuse to be happy for her.

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rechu · Aug 29, 2021 at 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by sarahsweets

You do realize they probably pay people to give them a good reviews and up there stars right? It happens all the time especially with scammy businesses

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@sarahsweets - Or maybe they have their employees write reviews.

That reminds me of when my husband and I went to Buenos Aires. I had researched where to stay and found a hostel with excellent reviews and reserved. It turned out to be the most disgusting place we had stayed in our lives. We left after one night. I always say that the guy that worked the front desk at night must be required to spend his free moments writing fake positive reviews!

Sep 02, 2021 at 06:32 PM

Thanks for asking sarah! Yes, I read a funny one minute monologuem "I got a 'C' on my coat hanger sculpture?" - Sally Brown, from You're A Good Man Charlie Brown.

Nope, I didn't get cast in the part but I was proud of myself for auditioning to begin with.

Aviza · Sep 03, 2021 at 12:23 PM

The classes are intense. I'm really developing my skills.

sarahsweets · Sep 04, 2021 at 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Aviza

The classes are intense. I'm really developing my skills.

Who teaches the classes?

Aviza · Sep 07, 2021 at 08:04 PM

John Casablancas agency.

divine1966 · Sep 08, 2021 at 04:31 AM

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Molinit · Sep 09, 2021 at 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by divine1966

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Yep. Scammy McScammerson. The OP may not listen, but someone reading here considering doing the same thing may and we can help them.

Breaking Dawn · Sep 09, 2021 at 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Aviza

John Casablancas agency.

Go girl!! And don't let anyone ever!! discourage you!! God bless you!! Please look to your future & what's: waiting for you!!

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Anonymous43372 Guest Posts: n/a	Sep 02, 2021 at 06:32 PM #34 Thanks for asking sarah! Yes, I read a funny one minute monologuem "I got a 'C' on my coat hanger sculpture?" - Sally Brown, from You're A Good Man Charlie Brown. Nope, I didn't get cast in the part but I was proud of myself for auditioning to begin with.
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Aviza Magnate Member Since Jan 2013 Location: Midwest Posts: 2,456 11 86 hugs given	Sep 03, 2021 at 12:23 PM #35 The classes are intense. I'm really developing my skills. __________________ Son: 14, 12/15/2009 R.I.P. Daughter: 20 Diagnosis: Bipolar with Psychosis. Latuda 100 mgs.
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Aviza Magnate Member Since Jan 2013 Location: Midwest Posts: 2,456 11 86 hugs given	Sep 07, 2021 at 08:04 PM #37 John Casablancas agency. __________________ Son: 14, 12/15/2009 R.I.P. Daughter: 20 Diagnosis: Bipolar with Psychosis. Latuda 100 mgs.
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