What We Look for in a New Client

Our books are always open to exciting talent, not just long CVs. We value honesty, bravery, self-awareness, and momentum.

We get asked this all the time. What are you looking for in a new client?

The truth is, there is no single answer. Sometimes it is a feeling. Sometimes it is timing. Sometimes it is seeing someone we know we can build something with.

But what we can say is this. At DBM Talent, we are not looking for perfection. We are looking for people. For actors who bring a bit of spark, and a lot of substance.

## Beyond the obvious

We do not believe in closed doors. We are always open to exciting talent whether you are just starting out, shifting direction, or quietly ready for a new chapter.

You do not need the right credits or to be working every week. But we are looking for people who are ready. Not just available, but prepared to step into the work. We notice the way you communicate. The way you prep. The way you approach your career and yourself.

## Clients who know what they are looking for

We love working with actors who are clear and truthful about what they want from the industry, from representation, and from themselves. It might be a clear path forward, or something still taking shape. Either way, clients who can communicate their energy tend to stand out. That honesty builds trust and helps us represent you with confidence and care.

## We love bravery and commitment

We are drawn to actors who are fearless, and we do not mean loud or extroverted. We mean the kind of bravery it takes to keep showing up, to put yourself forward, to take a risk, or try something new. You do not need to be confident all the time, but you do need to be willing to get in the ring. We notice that energy and we respect it.

## Thoughtful actors stand out

Some actors come to us with a strong sense of how they want to work. Others are still figuring it out. That is fine. But what always stands out is a level of care and consideration about how they approach the industry.

We are drawn to actors who think about the kind of stories they want to tell, who ask questions about where they fit, and who take a moment to reflect on what is next.

## It is not just about the credits

Yes, talent matters. But it is not everything and it is never the only thing we are looking at. We look at how you work. Do you meet deadlines? Ask questions when you need help? Take the initiative when you do not? Do you treat your career like the job it is?

And we also know that talent is not static. It evolves. Some of the most exciting actors we work with are the ones who stay open to that and invest in themselves over time.

## We value a growth mindset

Acting is one of the few careers where your work is an extension of who you are. We love clients who take personal development seriously, whether that is through training, watching work, reading scripts, or just staying curious and open. It does not have to be formal. But that steady, committed approach to learning helps create longevity.

## First impressions matter

We love nothing more than hearing from new talent. Discovering someone with something to say, something to give, and something real behind the work. But part of what we look for in a new client is how you introduce yourself. It does not need to be clever or overly personal, just clear, considered, and relevant.

A short, to-the-point email introducing yourself with a bit of context is always enough. We do not need a monologue. We know why you are writing. Let your work speak for itself.

Before you press send, take a moment to double-check. Is your Spotlight page up to date? Are your headshots current, and do they actually look like you? Does your showreel reflect what you can really do?

## Final thoughts

We are not looking for a perfect version of anything. We are looking for actors who are ready to work, grow, and build something real.

If you are brave, honest, thoughtful, and open to building a working relationship that is rooted in trust, our books are open. We would love to hear from you.