Catherine Poulton Management

Hi! Sorry to sound like an annoying beginner, but I was just wondering if anyone has had any experience dealing with Catherine Poulton Management, and what they're like as an agency. They seem fairly good but I like to do my research thoroughly, and any inside knowledge would be much appreciated! Thanks in advance, Keira

Hello Keira, Points to you for doing your research on actor's agents. I assume that you are investigating this particular agency further because perhaps they have offered to represent you???? Unfortunately, or perhaps fortunately, I have heard nothing about this agency and have had no personal experience with them. So I can't offer you any 'inside info'. If you are in the process of seeking an agent to represent you as an actor, then I guess a few general rules and realities apply which are are probably worth keeping in mind. Firstly, the industry is really tough. Lots of hopefuls and few jobs. No agency in the world can guarantee anyone of work - no matter how famous, talented or attractive you are. Watch out for agencies that 'promise' work or seem to be offering opportunites which just seem too good to be true. If it were that easy to get your face on television and get paid for it, then unemployed actors would be a thing of the past! Your agent is not your manager, promoter or cheer squad. Even if you successfully get an agent you will still need to personally put in the hard yards with regards to promoting and managing yourself. Updating your details with casting directors, Showcast and AT2 listings and keeping your 'hand in' training and improving your skills are your responsibility. Remember, agents can't guarantee you work or auditions. Green room gossip. Often one of the first 'ice breaker' conversations with other performers on set involves asking people who their agent is and if they are 'any good'. Apart from a few genuine charlatans, most agents offer pretty much the same opportunites for actors in a tough employment climate. Gossip travels fast in this industry. Be mindful of who you 'bag' in front of others! Good luck Keira and all the best with your agent search. Tulipa.

Hey Tulipa, thanks so much for taking the time to write such an informative reply. I actually haven't been offered representation from Catherine Poulton, but I was considering auditioning for them, as I've been on the look out for a good agency and they appear to be one of the best I've come across thus far. You've brought up a lot of points that I will be sure to keep in mind when looking further, particularly about the agency's credibility. Catherine Poulton seem quite reputable in this regard - Emily Browning is one of their clients, and she's quite a big name so they can't be too bad then! Again, thank you ever so much for all your help, I really appreciate it, and it will certainly be put to good use. Much love, Keira

Hi Keira, I am currently represented by Catherine Poulton and they are extremely hard working and exceptionally good at representing their actors. I recommend them highly. Competition is fierce in getting in so I wish you all the best in your audition.

Hi Keira, i am also currently represented by Catherine Poulton Management at the moment and they are exceptional. They are always trying to get their clients work or just getting you exposure! They also help you out with things like where to train and so on and they are also really personal, thry dont just treat you like a number. I also know quite a few other people within this agency and they have gotten lots of work through them. As said above it is tough getting in so all the best if you decide to audition.

hey, i also am interested in joining catherine poulton. & to be able to join, you either audition or be interviewed, but to be interviewed you must have had training and or credits and im currently with bambini and have had an audition and extra work for shows like neighbours and the wedge. so do i just go by interview or audition? iff interview what do you do? like what kind of questions do they ask?, what are the key factors of becoming a young succesful actor? any one please let me know.

I want to join Catherine Poulton Management aswell but I live in Sydney. Does anyone at the agency know if CPM represents actors based in Sydney? Thanks.