Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Talent Management Partner in Beverly Hills
Founded in 2011, Apex Talent Group is a full-service artist and talent management company representing a diverse roster of actors and creatives across the United States. Our mission centers on empowering artists to achieve their dreams through personalized guidance, strategic career development, and a commitment to ethical standards. Co-founders Emily and Richard Makarewicz bring decades of combined experience in the entertainment industry, leveraging their expertise in talent representation, business management, and performance arts to foster long-term client success. With valid California Child Performer Services permits and membership in the Talent Managers Association (TMA), we uphold rigorous professional standards while maintaining a family-oriented approach to client relationships.Our track record includes securing high-profile roles for clients in film, television, Broadway, and national commercials, supported by a robust network of industry connections. We emphasize community engagement, donating to charitable causes and encouraging clients to use their platforms for social impact. Our philosophy combines teamwork, dedication, and a positive mindset to navigate the competitive entertainment landscape.
Services
Talent Management
Artist Representation
Career Development
Audition Preparation
Industry Networking
Marketing Strategy
Commercial Booking
Broadway Placement
Film & TV Casting
Voice Over Representation
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in entertainment industry representation.
- Our team maintains active connections with top casting directors and agents.
- We provide personalized career counseling and marketing strategy development.
- Our co-founders hold valid California Child Performer Services permits.
- We prioritize community engagement through charitable partnerships.
Associations and certifications
- Talent Managers Association
Services
Talent Management
We provide comprehensive career management for actors and performers across all entertainment platforms. Our services include contract negotiation, audition placement, and long-term career strategy. Clients benefit from personalized guidance and access to our extensive industry network.
Child Actor Representation
Specialized management for child performers aged 6-17. We ensure compliance with California labor regulations while developing young talent for film, television, and stage opportunities. Our approach balances career growth with educational needs.
BFA Graduate Development
Career acceleration for recent acting program graduates. We focus on portfolio development, industry networking, and audition preparation to transition students into professional performers with representation in TV, film, and theater.
Music Artist Management
Strategic representation for musicians and performers aged 18-21. Our services include brand development, industry connections, and performance opportunity placement for solo artists and groups across multiple music genres.
Social Media Influencer Transition
Guidance for influencers seeking acting careers. We leverage online platforms while developing traditional performance skills, focusing on cross-platform opportunities in television, digital content, and branded entertainment.
People
Emily Makarewicz
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Apex Talent Group with 15 years in entertainment business. Juilliard graduate with dual degrees in music performance and business. Specializes in musical theatre talent development and artist branding strategies.
Richard Makarewicz
Co-Founder
Co-founder with 15 years in entertainment industry. BFA in Acting from Montclair State University. Former agent at Kazarian, Spencer & Associates and Avalon Artists Group. Focuses on talent scouting and career trajectory planning.
Questions
What types of talent does Apex Talent Group represent?
We represent child actors (6-17), BFA graduates, music artists (18-21), adult actors with recent credits, and social media influencers transitioning to acting.
How do you submit for talent representation?
Complete our online submission form with headshots, reels, and performance videos. Specific requirements vary by category, with priority given to professionally trained performers.
What distinguishes Apex from other talent agencies?
Our personalized approach combines industry expertise with family-friendly representation. We maintain active connections with casting directors, agents, and entertainment executives nationwide.
Do you offer international representation?
While we focus on US-based talent, our industry connections extend to international opportunities through Broadway tours and global film/TV projects.
What success stories can you share?
Our clients have secured Broadway roles, network TV series regular positions, feature film leads, and national commercial campaigns for major brands like McDonald's and Netflix.
Reviews (6)
Denise B.
Nov 13, 2018
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My son and I worked with Apex Talent Group, more specifically with Brendle Canda, for about a year and a half. I have to say that I was completely impressed with their professionalism and willingness to teach me but teach my son the ins and outs of the entertainment industry.
Brendle always supported my son in any project he was doing, even if it wasn't something that was acquired through Apex. He came to every show that Andrew was in and would check in on him if he was sick or hurt. We could always depend on Brendle to let us know if a self-tape was produced well enough, or if we needed
Brendle always supported my son in any project he was doing, even if it wasn't something that was acquired through Apex. He came to every show that Andrew was in and would check in on him if he was sick or hurt. We could always depend on Brendle to let us know if a self-tape was produced well enough, or if we needed
Perry S.
Mar 30, 2017
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Kacie and the rest of the Apex team are incredible. Some of the kindest, helpful and most knowledgeable people around. I consider myself very fortunate to be a part of this awesome team!
Brett N.
Mar 30, 2017
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Apex has been my management team for Theatrical and Commercial acting for over 1 year. Within that time we have booked multiple commercials as well as TV spots. Richard, Emily and Kacie are a phenomenal team with great communication and open to talking about all my crazy ideas to help progress my career. I feel comfortable with them, I trust them, and I firmly believe they want to see me succeed as much as I want it. Whenever I work and move momentum forward they're always there to help push and open doors creating opportunity. Great team, great ppl.
Kimberly M.
Mar 30, 2017
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As the parent of a child actor it was imperative to me that he find representation that could help him to follow his dreams while balancing all that it means to be a kid.
Kacie, Richard and the Apex family truly fit this bill.
Kacie has been in my son's corner from day one. She is loyal, driven to success and places value on relationships. Her devotion knows no schedule....she is available at any time of day. Kacie actually drove my son to an audition once when I couldn't because she knew it was an amazing opportunity for him. She works tirelessly for her clients.
Apex Talent Group
Kacie, Richard and the Apex family truly fit this bill.
Kacie has been in my son's corner from day one. She is loyal, driven to success and places value on relationships. Her devotion knows no schedule....she is available at any time of day. Kacie actually drove my son to an audition once when I couldn't because she knew it was an amazing opportunity for him. She works tirelessly for her clients.
Apex Talent Group
Elliot R.
Mar 29, 2017
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Apex Talent Group is by far one of the best management teams I've had the pleasure of working with! Richard and Emily are a delight and you can tell they care about their actors! Kacie is an amazing manager who knows how to motivate and inspire! They really listen and helped me repackage my brand and devise a plan of attack for my career. I haven't had the pleasure of meeting the other managers but I'm sure that they are amazing as well! Management is a great thing to have and when you find the right team, it's magic. I continue to get great auditions and know that with Apex
Jennifer D.
Mar 29, 2017
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Wow, what a great team we've found at Apex Talent! I can't say enough, they've been wonderful from day 1. After spending 6 months with ball-dropping representation that had no specific vision for my daughter's career, it was so encouraging to finally meet a team that has high profile connections and pitches her for top quality roles both commercially and theatrically. Within the first week of signing she had an audition at Fox for a prime time show followed by multiple auditions and callbacks for Disney programs.
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