A Talent agent is a person hired by an actor to represent them during negotiations of a motion picture or a similar production within the entertainment industry.

Agents are the tool to gaining exposure and getting jobs for actors. With an agent attached to you, you will be put into a small pool of performers with representation. Hopefully your agent will respect your work and want to work for you. When you collect money as a performer, an agent usually collects ten percent. Another important thing to remember is that talent agents should never collect money up front for their service; they only get paid when actors make money.