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Jacque Pedersen

Profile: Jacque Pedersen formed her own management firm, Maier Management (Los Angeles) in 2003 with a theatrical agent. They represent actors/models for film, TV, commercial and print. A former Miss America State title holder, she was involved with the Miss America Program for 20 years serving as an Executive Director, coach and certified judge. She owned her own talent agency for many years first in Louisville, then Memphis and later in Orange County, California and has gotten many young people into successful modeling and acting careers. Being from the mid-South, she understands the trials and tribulations of trying to get a career started in a smaller market. Her expertise in this area is unsurpassed as she can guide careers at all levels and in all areas of the country. She has worked in the field for over 30 years.

Pilot Season – Planning NOW

Friday, January 18th, 2008

Pilot season is on the horizon. Actors can boost their chances by planning now for this active time in the TV industry. Whether you travel to Los Angeles for auditions, or live in Hollywood-land already  you need to be ready. All major markets have busy seasons (New York has the 2nd biggest pilot season) so […]

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Advice for Potential Models- Tips on how to avoid modeling scams

Thursday, December 20th, 2007

Some of the warning signs may indicate a scam or a less then legitimate or poorly run modeling agency. It does not necessarily mean that they are not legitimate operations but be sure to ask lots of questions.
*Newspaper classified ad or display ad looking for any kind of model or talent other than nude glamour […]

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