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bobsouer · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 4:49 pm Post subject:

September,

I think Lee's counsel here is exactly what I would suggest; though if they are local, you'd also have the option (as Frank suggested) of visiting in person, bringing the letter with you when you do.
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LindZ · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 4:50 pm Post subject:

Oh, that's a tough one Ember. I'd liken it to when I left a company that I was with for 5 years to go to somewhere that would benefit me in the long run. It was hard to do, but in person or a phone call I think would be best, followed by a nice letter saying how you've enjoyed working with them. Good luck!

and you could mention that I'm available if agency A needs someone in your place! Inoccent

j/k j/k!
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Philip Banks · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 4:53 pm Post subject:

I suspect this is less important than it appears. Unless you have a close, personal working relationship with Agent A an email saying "please delete me from your records" will suffice.

Vain Voice Overist "But will they think of me?"
Agent "October who?"

If I decided to leave Victoria (my agent in London) it would be handled very carefully as when we talk we spend 5 minutes on the phone talking business and 55 minutes talking, simply talking.

Bob Bergen · CM Joined: 22 Apr 2008 Posts: 981

Hey again, you cute thang!!

I would absolutely do this over the phone rather than by email. You never know where agents end up. And if this agent happens to get a job at another agency you happen to be repped by, you want a good working relationship. Plus, it will take a few minutes out of your day. Sure it's a business relationship. But there's no reason to make it a cold, impersonal split.

I would say something along the lines of, "I feel at this point in my career making this change would be best. I want to thank you so much for everything. And if it doesn't work out, I'd love to keep the door open here."

Some actors feel more comfortable sending a letter. Most agents will drop a client with a letter. But why sink to that??

Break a uvula with the new rep!

Philip Banks · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 5:11 pm Post subject:

You're not helping!!! I happen to know that in LA, Artistes stand outside the agent's office and throw stale pies at them ..... Don't you just love tradition.

todd ellis · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 6:05 pm Post subject:

i like the idea of the phone call - i think that's what i would prefer. maybe you could follow up with a letter offering some kind of multi-billion dollar bail out package???
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samowry · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 6:35 pm Post subject:

I'm another vote for Lee's advice. I have an agreement with my agent that the contractual obligation can be severed by either party with 2 weeks notice in writing. I would give them a call or drop by and hand them my letter for the more personal touch. It all depends on your relationship with them. Professionalism and courtesy don't have to be mutually exclusive. Over thinking and stressing about your choice is also not necessary.
Good luck with the new agent.
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bobbinbeamo · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 7:51 pm Post subject:

Lee's advice is excellent. Good luck with that one. Never burn bridges. Always leave the door open in case there's a change.
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SeptemberDay · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 9:46 pm Post subject:

Thanks so much for all the great advice guys. And you're right, if I'm not making money with them, they're not making money with me and probably won't even notice I'm gone. I think it's the Southern gal in me that never wants to be rude or hurt feelings Smile

I'm going to call and send a letter...and possibly send a small tray of cookies to the agency, just to say thank you.
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Frank F · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2009 10:44 pm Post subject:

You may have heard/read me say it before, but I will say it again: "Be nice, and take out the trash"

Marketing is everything you do or don't do. It never hurts to be nice. because what you do now may/will affect your future.

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todd ellis · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 5:41 am Post subject:

mmmmmmm, road house.
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Yoda117 · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 7:00 am Post subject:

audio'connell · Posted: Thu Feb 05, 2009 7:01 pm Post subject:

How about telling them "I'm just not that into you!"

What?!
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