Business Details
Premier Youth Talent Representation in Southern California
Youth Talent Connection is a premier youth talent agency dedicated to representing young performers across diverse entertainment sectors. With over 30 years of industry expertise, our agency specializes in theatrical, commercial, print, and modeling opportunities for babies, children, teens, and young adults. Owned and operated by Heather McCurdy, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in acting, talent management, and entertainment marketing, we maintain SAG & AFTRA franchising and California state licensing.Our services extend to Southern California residents while accommodating qualified out-of-state clients requiring flexible relocation. We distinguish ourselves through transparent operations with no upfront fees, prioritizing ethical representation and personalized career development for emerging talent.
Services
Theatrical Representation
Commercial Casting
Print Modeling
Family Division Casting
Disability-Inclusive Talent
Grandparent Division
Out-of-State Submissions
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of youth talent representation experience
- SAG & AFTRA franchised agency compliance
- No upfront fees for talent representation
- Licensed & bonded California talent agency
- Specialized family & disability-inclusive casting
Associations and certifications
- SAG & AFTRA
Services
Theatrical Representation
Specialized theatrical representation for youth performers in film, television, and stage productions. Our industry connections secure auditions for major studios and networks. Clients receive career guidance to develop acting portfolios and audition techniques.
Commercial Casting
Connecting youth talent with national commercial opportunities for brands like Disney, Target, and Coca-Cola. We prepare performers for on-camera requirements and negotiate contracts for advertising campaigns across multiple media platforms.
Print Modeling
Print and modeling representation for editorial, product packaging, and promotional materials. Our clients appear in catalogs, magazines, and digital campaigns for major retailers and entertainment properties.
Family Division
Coordinating family unit casting for television and film productions requiring parent-child acting combinations. This specialized service ensures cohesive family representation for authentic on-screen dynamics.
Disability-Inclusive Talent
Advocating for diverse representation through our youth performers with disabilities division. We connect inclusive casting opportunities in TV, film, and advertising while ensuring accessible audition processes.
People
Heather McCurdy
Owner & Talent Agent
30-year entertainment industry veteran with experience in acting, talent management, and commercial marketing. Licensed California talent agent specializing in youth representation and SAG-AFTRA franchised casting.
Questions
What talent categories do you represent?
We represent babies, children, teens, and young adults for TV, film, commercials, print, and theater. Specialized divisions include family casting, grandparent roles, and performers with disabilities.
Are there any upfront fees?
No fees are charged to talent. Our agency operates on commission from booked jobs, maintaining transparent and ethical representation practices.
Do you accept out-of-state submissions?
Yes, we accept submissions from non-local talent aged 6+ provided they can relocate to Southern California for extended periods or travel with short notice.
What industry certifications do you hold?
We are a franchised SAG & AFTRA agency, licensed and bonded through the California Labor Commissioner's Office for talent representation.
Reviews (1)
Lewis Babies
Sep 12, 2020
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My oldest children have been with this agency for over 5 years. Heather really works hard to find auditions and keep in contact. My children consistently receive auditions and stay busy. Thanks for all your hard work!
