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Your Trusted Talent Partner in the Pacific Northwest
Big Fish NW Talent has been a trusted talent representation agency in the Pacific Northwest for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting clients with diverse on-camera actors, voice-over artists, and background talent across Spokane, Seattle, Portland, and surrounding regions. Our agency represents over 6,500 performers of all ages, sizes, and ethnicities, with expertise in film, television, commercials, gaming, and theater projects. Clients rely on our industry knowledge and personalized service to find talent with specialized skills that match their production needs. Our team prioritizes quick response times, professional submissions, and maintaining high production standards.

We support both established and emerging talent through resources like audition guidance, headshot advice, and industry training. With a sister agency relationship for voice-over services, we offer global reach while maintaining local expertise. Our track record includes successful placements in 9,000+ projects for 2,200+ clients, demonstrating our commitment to quality representation. We pride ourselves on fostering real relationships between talent and production teams, ensuring smooth casting processes and exceptional results.
Services
On-Camera Talent Voice-Over Artists Background Talent Talent Representation Talent Development
Details
  • Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
  • We offer 25+ years of Pacific Northwest casting expertise
  • Our diverse talent pool includes 6,500+ performers regionally
  • We provide quick, efficient submissions with industry knowledge
  • Our sister agency relationship offers global voice-over access
  • We maintain high production standards with real talent chemistry
Associations and certifications
  • SAG-AFTRA
What people say
Great agents Smoothly shooting scenes Highly recommend Quick response times Stellar talent
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Services
On-Camera Talent
We provide trained actors for film, television, and commercial productions across the Pacific Northwest. Our talent includes principal performers with specialized skills for indie films to national commercials. Clients benefit from our curated submissions and production expertise.
Voice-Over Artists
Our voice-over talent delivers broadcast-quality performances for gaming, narration, and advertising. With local studios and global partnerships, we offer diverse voices from character work to corporate training materials. Talent maintain professional recording capabilities.
Background Talent
Through our sister agency Anchor Background, we supply professional extras for film and television productions. Our network includes diverse character types and experienced performers for commercial, corporate, and entertainment projects.
Talent Representation
We represent emerging and established performers with personalized career guidance. Our agency advocates for talent in contract negotiations and auditions, focusing on long-term career development and industry opportunities.
Talent Development
We offer resources for talent including audition recording guidance, resume preparation, and industry training. Our educational materials help performers navigate commercial work, theater productions, and media projects.
People
Melissa Baldauf
Talent Agent
Experienced agent with 25+ years in Pacific Northwest casting. Advocates for talent rights and production standards. Known for quick response times and successful family casting in narrative productions.
Gordon
Talent Agent
Seasoned agent with deep industry connections across film and commercial sectors. Provides personalized representation for emerging actors seeking career growth opportunities.
Elyse
Background Agent
Specializes in background casting with personable service. Manages extra bookings for commercial and television productions while maintaining professional standards.
Questions
What regions do you serve for talent casting?
We cover the entire Pacific Northwest including Seattle, Spokane, Portland, and surrounding areas for on-camera and voice-over projects.
How do I submit talent for representation?
Visit our website to complete the appropriate registration form for principal, voice-over, or background talent opportunities with our agency.
Do you represent child performers?
Yes, we represent young talent through our 'Little Fish' program with appropriate parental guidance and industry compliance.
Can I hire talent directly through your platform?
Contact us via phone or email to discuss project needs. We'll curate suitable talent options for your specific production requirements.
What types of productions do you support?
We handle film, television, commercials, gaming, training videos, and digital media projects with both union and non-union talent.
Are your talent members SAG-AFTRA certified?
Many of our performers hold SAG-AFTRA memberships, and we work with clients to ensure proper union compliance for all productions.
Reviews (4)
Sandee L.
Nov 10, 2021 Report
Melissa is rude and racist - she was totally a b---- about me having to travel during COVID and I know other actors she did this to as well. I had to go back to see family due to the indigenous issues arising in my hometown, as I am part indigenous, and she was very clear that her opinions did not see the discovery of the graves of thousands of indigenous children as a crisis I needed to return home to support family in as COVID was a concern. Meanwhile how many of her other talent were traveling - who know? Just go with someone who isn't this rude and abrasive - especially for young performers
Oshra Goldman
Sep 29, 2021 Report
Positive:Professionalism
Big Fish is good agency. My sister was with them long time ago. Now Talent 206 is her management. Both are good and most reputable in Seattle.
Michelle H.
Aug 04, 2021 Report
Big Fish NW is a well respected agency among local casting directors, representing talent that I am proud to call my peers, and Melissa knows the business. She has repped me since 2008, and she is absolutely who I want in my corner as a performer.
Nona G.
May 16, 2021 Report
I don't know much about Big Fish- it is solid as a reputable agency. However I do not recommend working with child agent Melissa Baldauf. She is abrasive, and does not seem to have any idea as to what it means to be an agent who gives meaningful representation. She is NOT in your corner, and she is unable to have your child's best interests at heart.