YAH! Grant Wilfley Casting. FREE to sign-up. Always looking for newbies. Fun to work with. They…read morehave a homepage to sign-up work work. They are on Facebook, Instagram and have Q & A on youtube!

This is the first casting company I've ever worked with and I guess I really lucked out. There are…read moreso many horror stories about working in the entertainment industry in NYC but I had a great experience with Grant Wilfey. I'm not normally an actor but I took the opportunity because I was free for the shoot. This company has very strong communication and most of the film people on set were a pleasure to work with. All the instructions of where to be and what to do were very clear (which was good because I was new) and I met so many great people. I also was paid promptly afterwards. I would definitely work with this company again. Thank you!

The Agency is dishonest. They stole $1,800. Lied, They stole the photos from the photoshoot - They…read moreare being sued. A fraud complaint filed with police.

Great experience at Skylar modeling with portfolio images in New York. Booked first jobs already!…read moreThanks!

Everything went well. Each time I send a boy or girl to Wily there's always a call back followed by…read morea signing. Or a campaign!! You see I worked with HER In the 70's.I had the best training. I see with her heart. My name Louis Philippe.

I called Ford to ask about a company that took $4,000 for photographs and they warned me about that…read morespending thousands on photographs was not smart or right. I appreciate them for the honesty. If you get a call from someone that says they are Ford models and they want $50 over the phone, it is not ford models.

A number of my friends have been talking about Act First Studios as a one-stop shop for exciting…read moreclasses, audition taping, and coaching, for budding actors, so I had to check it out. I recently got my headshots done there, and I had a blast of an afternoon and got great affordable shots to boot! Not only were Angela and Christopher a joy to hang out with and talk shop about the business, but they encouraged me to relax and try some different looks so I could get a variety of options. Their future is bright, and I will continue to recommend them.

I've been a student at Act First Studios for over a year and I couldn't be happier! I was…read morecompletely new to acting after a career change, but after just my first program I started getting up to 10 auditions a week. From learning script analysis, on camera technique, getting my headshots and reel, and having help getting my casting account set up in class, I found myself getting cast super often immediately after graduation from the beginner program. I now take the on going advanced classes, and all the students and coaches truly feel like a family to me. The school's coaches are all working actors themselves who have worked with some of the biggest names in the industry so they are the best to learn from. They are people that you can go to with any questions you may have as a new actor and they are always so helpful. This isn't the type of school where you eventually take all the classes and have no more to gain; the advanced classes are always growing and the coaches give us scenes and work that they know will help our individual careers. The coaches take the most amazing tapes in class for us so I have a great reel from that to use for castings. We also always have endless support, a place to film our self tapes, and help with our auditions at this school. The classes that are offered are also the most affordable acting classes I have found in the city. I am grateful everyday that I have Act First!

Yes, Matheus was helpful. Thanks again!…read moreDavid Aaron Chicago

Casting of course, can be extremely timely and specfic. The several bigger paying gigs that they do…read moreget on their site, can be very specific, require multiple files and naming conventions - but - BS has been rudely insistent for years to their paying customers, that they will only allow a single file to upload in response to an audition. Perhaps they are unaware of the larger casting requirements that bigger casting agents require, as BS has asked me specifically for examples where multiples files were requested. On the other hand, a simple peak at Actors Access or Casting Networks audition requests, shows a very easy, clear multiple file and renaming ability - and ordering the files/takes, which is very important also. Larger Casting directors likely know these limitations of Backstage, and use the other 2 systems (as the number of quality, higher paying and Union gigs that they have, seems apparrent). I dont think I have ever seen a 5-15k commerical listed on Backstage, or a co-star on network TV. And they charge a very high cost imo, for the slow support, flexibilty and assistance in helping professional actors meet casting and submission requirements.

Former Equity "Monitor" here. i always felt treated professionally by Telsey folks. The CDs know…read morethe Equity regulations better than most members. I always felt supported there - when monitoring or auditioning.

I almost feel like I should hold off on reviewing this place until I get my first Broadway role,…read morebut god knows that could be years....and it would be unfair to withhold this information from the public due to my own insufficient singing voice.... ANYWAY.. Telsey and Co cast for everything from musicals and plays to commercials and feature films. They moved to 43d street actually and their new offices are very welcoming. The waiting room is HUGE and has lots of posters, and is painted green which I learned is supposed to be a 'calming' color....right... because the hyperventilation before I auditioned for Spider man today was simply a figment of my imagination.. The bathrooms deserve a shout out. Huge stalls, plenty of light from giant windows, and enough mirrrors to accommodate approximately 15 worried musical theater divas, or 20 regular ladies.(they tend to not travel with curling irons therefore take up less space) Anyway, thumbs up on the new location, auditioning here makes me feel important and a teeny weeny big more calm than other places.

I just recently signed with Boon Models, and I have to say that they have been a pleasure to work…read morewith! As an agency, they are respectful of my feelings and do not force me into any jobs that I am not comfortable with. Unlike some of the other NYC agencies, Boon welcomes all varieties of models, even those with little to no modeling experience. The agency is very professional, while still providing a fun atmosphere that is great to be around. Truly a great agency, Boon Models is the place for models to be.

From the owner: The brand Boon Models was established in 2008 in washington DC by entrepreneur and businessman…read morekelvin Boon to service the growing fashion scene throughout USA, fuelled in part by the re-emergence of couture. The runway and editorial boards throughout the most prominent markets issued a demand for new talent, and the modelling industry has seen regular growth to this day. In 2012 Mr Boon, working from a solid market presence in US, hired Josh Cresman to re-establish the Major brand in the New York market and provide leadership to further develop major into a worldwide agency.

Susan at Exxcel Model & Talent is nothing short of amazing! From the moment we connected, her…read moreprofessionalism, warmth, and genuine passion for helping others succeed truly stood out. She goes above and beyond to make you feel confident, seen, and empowered. Her eye for talent and ability to bring out the best in people is a true gift. I'm incredibly grateful for her support and guidance working with her has been a game changer. Kudos! to the entire team. Their word is gold! The aim is to get you "Visible & Recognized" If you're looking for someone who leads with excellence, integrity, and heart, Susan is the one. Highly recommend! Varil Williams, known as Dr V

Susan and her entire staff at Exxcel Model Agency are very professional and phenomenal people! They…read moreare all hard-working, with clear and punctual communication. Trust the process and put in the work with your auditions and you will get a gig. I started in the second week of January 2026 and I just got my first gig booked in February! I'm thrilled to work with them and look forward to all of the opportunities in the future!

Dena Haron was awesome! She connected me with the hiring managers at my current work place and was…read morewith me through every step of the interview process. She was very attentive, always checking up on the status of things. It was quite awesome that I ran into 80 Twenty and Dena.

I was recruited by Dena Haron for a position at a media company in Los Angeles. From start to…read morefinish, Dena and 80 Twenty were extremely professional, up-front, and kind about the whole interview process. Without Dena picking my resume out of the hundreds of candidates, I wouldn't have gotten a great new position. I am truly thankful to Dena and the entire 80 Twenty team.