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Hi, We began out our business way back in 1990 and have been sticking at it every day since, it's all we do!
I think that's called 'passion' and 'commitment' and my understanding is that in order to be successful one needs both. If you're reading this thinking about how, you might find success, the first thing I'll freely tell you here and now is that, you'll need to never give up.
Giving up, is what everyone else does, those left standing are 'successful' or as the 'givers ups' prefer to call them, 'lucky'. Ask Elton John, Kate Moss, or anyone at the top of their profession,' how lucky have you been'? Be prepared for a moment, while they weigh up whether to go into what is really behind their success. I doubt luck will get a mention.
I started by photographing people and using those pictures, finding work. Men, women and children, in catalogues, features, films, TV and fashion shows. Some work was paid and some was for fun and experience, there's a whole load of reasons why people put them selves forward to a photographer, then an agent. It's not all about fame and fortune.
From taking the photographs ourselves, my wife Suzy and I went on to represent people farther afield, using photographs they had taken, to find them work. Whenever we we're asked for a particular look, talent, skill, we would match our models and talent with the clients' demand and if successful, 'presto' a booking would happen. For more than 20 years now this has happened and many thousands of people, with all manner of looks, skills and motivations have been represented by us to the film, TV, advertising, fashion and promotional industries throughout the UK and Europe.
All the while, we've been a Government regulated Employment Agency. Nowadays with the scrabble of competing websites, many businesses make all sorts of wild claims, while in their tiny small print there's lots of 'what they don't do', like find work for example. Showcase sites are just that. Unregulated online displays, showing lots of paying hopefuls smiling out at other prospective hopefuls' thinking of joining them. Nothing else happens. Sad but true.
Whereas, as a regulated Employment Agency, we have an in house team of professionals on the phones and online throughout the day, talking to clients and proposing our talent and models for paid work. Paid, because that's where our money comes from, 1/3 of what we get for our models and talent. That can be from £100 to several hundred pounds a day.
Have a thorough look at our site and better still, come and see us. Our UK Head Office is in East Anglia, a beautiful part of the country and there's lots to see and do, if you perhaps combine your visit into a weekend.
Have a look at some of our models' online success stories and if we look like the sort of people you'd like to represent you, complete an online application and see how we respond.
Whatever you do, if you are looking for success, it wont come looking for you. You'll need to seek it out and not give up when it takes a while. If you'd like some help in looking, that's what we do and we may well be able to help.
With, or without us, good luck!
Damian
In my late teens I did freelance work sourcing models and talent for commercials. I loved it so much I set my sights on being an Agent! Talent Management talent agency is an efficient, professional and exciting company to be involved in, no two days are the same! My favourite part of my work is calling talent to say they have been selected for an assignment - they are always so thrilled - its a real 'feel good factor'! My passion is technology and keeping Talent Management talent agency up-to the minute with the latest internet and email developments. Keep checking our site, there are new additions every week!
Hi My name is Kara, I am from Northern Ireland and have been living in the UK for the past 12 yrs. I am a very sociable and an outgoing person and enjoy the craic!, I love to travel, especially going back home to see my family and friends and I have been to other various countries across the world. My favourite place so far has been New York, as I really love to shop and taking in the ambience of this wonderful city at the same time. The shows were amazing and the sites were breathtaking. My weekends are spent with friends and family enjoying the surroundings that Norwich brings, especially the expanding Shopping Malls and in particular The Norfolk broads which have been coined ‘Britain’s Magical Waterland’ which represents the mystic beauty of the rivers. Due to my outgoing personality i enjoy meeting people and socialising in many different ways, I’m always ready a challenge and ready for what life has round the corner!
Music and performance is my passion and I have been playing music and singing since I was just 5 years old entering competitions and working hard at my music exams. After finishing my education I took time out to get married and have my 2 sons, but the lure of music, theatre, TV and entertainment kept pulling me back. I ran a recording studio and TV production company and this is how I became involved with Talent Management and Models Direct some 17 years ago. I have worked on lots of the fantastic and innovative developments here at the agency and work with a great team of people but the best thing is being able to relate directly and with experience to the models, singers, dancers and entertainers that we represent both as a parent and a performer. I still sing and play regularly and have spent time in front of the camera for Sky TV and the BBC as well as meeting some some fantastic people ranging from Fearne Cotton & Jamie Cullum to John Major, Terry Wogan & Dr David Starkey. The thrill and buzz of being on stage at festivals and concerts and on camera is unbeatable.
I love travelling and having family in Ireland and my partners family come from Cyprus, I've always got an excuse to travel! Whether it's a weekend away or a well deserved holiday I always like to make the most of it, be it sightseeing or relaxing! My passion for Italy began a few years back whilst on a road trip with friends through travelling through France and into Italy over the Alps, hence it being a place I have returned to many times. Staying in Rome, Lake Garda, Venice, Verona, Turin, The Dolomites, it's a fantastic country and will always be a special place for me, I am sure I will return again! I was staggered by New York, it was an amazing experience to visit, from the Empire State Building to The Statue of Liberty, from a Broadway Show to just browsing around Chinatown, I am very pleased to know that I have visited this incredible city. Barcelona has the most amazing and varied architecture, in particular Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece 'The Sagrada Familia'. Las Ramblas is the street that certainly is the heart of Barcelona, a vibrant and lively promenade filled with Barcelona action at its best, and of course my partner enjoyed our visit to 'The Nou Camp', and like Italy another place I would love to return to. I'm now about to book my dream holiday of a Trans Canadian holiday, starting in Toronto and finishing in Vancouver for this summer and I cannot wait!
As well as heading up Talent Management's press and PR activities, as a fashion graduate I enjoy nothing more than scouring the net for the latest news and trends in fashion, blogging at London Fashion Week and drawing fashion illustrations on my Mac. Outside of the fashion world, I like to cram in as many horror films as I have time to watch, read some of history’s best cult classics and go running when I get the chance.
I’m a mum to 2 young boys, my eldest is almost 6, he is at school full-time so it's nice on my days off to do the mummy role and take him to school and also pick him up aswell, seeing his face when he spots me at the school gate is priceless!! My youngest is 3 and its nice to spend quality time with him aswell. I have been working at Talent Management now for 2 years and it fits in perfectly around being a mum, previously to this job i worked in a Pub/Restaurant for 8 years as the Assistant Manager, i disliked the unsociable hours after having my children, so felt a career change was needed!
I have always had a passion for the performing arts even from an early age I attended dance classes after school and gymnastics and joined the local majorettes’ troupe. I knew even then that i wanted to dance and travel thats all i wanted to do and by the time i left school I had secured a place at stage school, I went on to study dance and drama and got a real taste of how life as a professional dancer was going to be (lots of hard work but fun!) After a year of endless dance classes, singing lessons and drama, I audition with the school for a job abroad in Italy it was 2 months before my 17th birthday and through hard work and determination i landed the part, I was flown out to Italy with a troupe of dancers and never looked back . I spent four years abroad travelling across Italy, Europe and the US. One of my favourite jobs was with the Italian Circus where i performed with various acts from across the globe. I also performed in Circus Circus in Las Vegas i was 19! I had achieved my dream and with a bit of hard work and determination so can anyone, this just proves the opportunities are out there.
I've always had a really keen interest in fashion and modelling since experiencing the industry myself when I was younger, this has given me a lot of guidance and advice for models I speak to on a daily basis. My one piece of advice is never turn down work that may come your way, as its them opportunities that may change your life. You'd be surprised how many models we call with jobs who say they cant make it or we cant get hold of them. It could be your dream job. Mine was and I didn't go. My only life regret. Anyway things happen for a reason and I went on to study a fashion degree in Leicester focusing on contour fashion, which i loved and managed to design for the likes of Topshop and Playboy Intimates which was amazing! For a small amount of time I then focused on building my own company but have now had the wonderful opportunity to join Talent Management. I truly love my job and the team I work with, the thing I enjoy the most is hearing from new models and about how passionate they are about getting into the industry and finding out about them, and of course also telling models about their first jobs.
As a keen runner, I have spent the last 2 years competing in the annual Race for life, to help raise money for a charity which is very close to my heart. Having lived in a small town for all my childhood, I’m now in the process of trying to move into a city environment to experience city living and all that this has to offer.
Throughout my life I have been lucky enough to have some amazing experiences seeing the world travelling numerous destinations with my great friends and family. In 2010 My son was born who changed my world he’s now two years old and such a little character. These days most of my time is spent taking care of him. We do lots of fun activities together from baby swimming through to toddler football its the best feeling watching him grow and develop. He’s such a happy boy who is always singing and dancing. I believe he has inherited this from his Mummy as I come from a musical and performing arts background. For many years I have played piano and trained in Latin American and ballroom dancing. Its great keeping so active as I’m a big foody, enjoy cooking for friends experimenting with recipes and dining out with friends and family.
Throughout my life I have enjoyed a number of different experiences, from qualifying as a florist, traveling to Africa, and having my Son. For myself, I love fashion and beauty and personally love being creative wherever I am able to be, whether it be hair and make-up, to decorating the house, arranging flowers, or simply creating different and exciting artwork. I love trying new things and experiences and love the word TRY. I love music and dance, and come from a background of dancing, and music where i played and graded in the flute. For now most of my time and dedication is given to my Son, who i owe my life to, and proud to be called Mum, the challenges yet fun exciting opportunities and experiences we share are different day to day yet so rewarding.
Welcome… I hope you enjoy reading a little bit about me and just how I have grown into the person I am today.
As a teen growing up in the late 80’s I was a mischievous individual with a real passion for life, this I have never grown out of. Sometimes referred to as a dreamer but by other depicted as ambitious. My personality is one of exuberance and I’m a very spontaneous individual. My friends are the family I choose to have and my family are the ones I am blessed to be around. They keep me grounded.
Since the age of 17 I have had many jobs all of which have been completely the opposites from one another although in most instances have allowed my creative nature to flow. I started life working in a very small office as a PA which gave me a good grounding and savvy business head. I’ve always had big ideas and dreams and soon realised that new challenges await. One of my most memorable appointments was working for a British sports car manufacturer which took me to events throughout Europe. Eventually I took the challenge to be my own boss, again the creative edge flowed and I started my own interiors business. I decided to not stop there and with skills gained became what may be commonly known as a property developer. After completing schemes for my clients it was time to push myself further. I eventually completed the build of 2 brand new homes which I am very proud of accomplishing.
My career has at times, been more than challenging so I used my down time to travel to many beautiful places. During times of relaxation I enjoy soaking up the culture of the countries I visit but for me there has to be the added bonus of the sun!. There is nothing better than being free to roam new territory, taste delicious new cuisine and meet fascinating people. One of the most beautiful places visited to date was a tiny yet beautiful Maldivian Island which was a purely idyllic place to be and something I’m glad to have experienced. When not planning my next adventure I enjoy spending time catching up on everybody else’s gossip and letting my hair down with my treasured friends and enjoying the stunning Norfolk countryside and all it has to offer. It is one of the prettiest places to live and somewhere I am proud to call home. It really is a ‘Beautiful and Fine City’.
I have many other interests a few of which include taking in a good movie, delving into the supernatural and paranormal, fashion and art, diet and fitness, updating my home and spending my pennies on excessive indulgences. However, enjoying quality time with the little ones in my family is probably by far my favourite waste of time. They never fail to make me smile.
My role within the business is Assignments Manager. I actively promote all of you to new and existing clients and have the pleasure of dealing with all matter of differing assignments. No one day is ever the same as another. So, ladies and gentleman, if we have the pleasure of speaking in the near future feel free to ask me about my experiences as I will happily oblige.
One of my favourite quotes ……. FAILURE IS NEVER TRYING TO SUCCEED
So far in my life, I have had two amazing experiences which really changed my outlook on life, the first was travelling down the east coast of Australia with my best friend for a month. It is such a beautiful country, the people out there were the friendliest people I have ever met, the way of life is so relaxed and laid back. I wish I could have had the opportunity to stay there longer. The second experience is something that I never thought I would do in a million years, a skydive for charity. What an adrenaline rush! There are no other words to describe it. When I am able, I will definitely add to my list of adventures. I have really learnt that you only live once, so enjoy it!
Since leaving education in 2008, having studied fashion and textiles for a number of years I have maintained a keen interested in the industry. I’ve worked behind the scenes at London’s Alternative Fashion Week and have even sold some of my printed textile work. My main interests are fashion and art based and in the past I’ve even been lucky enough to attend a party hosted by ELLE magazine! I love to meet new people and really enjoy living in the city. Life can be full of great opportunities and experiences, you just have to go out and find them!'
I'm a Public Relations Officer here at Talent Management group. I have a background in media and entertainment so this is a great environment for me! I find my role here inspiring and rewarding and am proud to be part of such a well established and exciting company.
I like the English weather, North Norfolk beaches, Books in the bath, going to live gigs. Ice cream, barbies, friends round for a laugh, Getting lost in a forest, wondering off the path. Walking, cycling, getting out of breath, Tickling the children, putting them to bed. I don't like the dentist.
While I have been working with Talent Management I have spoken to and met so many wonderful people .We are a team of real people not just a showcase and I really think this makes a difference .I love hearing from new models and about how passionate they are about getting into the industry and of course finding out about them and what they're looking for, and of course also telling models about How we work. It's really rewarding when seeing new talent get there first assignment, and knowing that you've been there to help them along the way.
Hi my name is Dan, I'm one of the Talent Management group programmers. I enjoy creating the many new ideas and features we think up that are used by all our users. It's a fun process for me and one which requires a lot of hard work, dedication and of course problem solving. In my spare time I try to stay active by jogging, biking and swimming.
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