Turner Talent
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Many people dream of seeing their faces in the pictures - whether in a movie, on television, on a billboard, or elsewhere. Since the acting and modeling industries can be difficult to navigate, especially for newcomers, many turn to assistance from a "professional." Unfortunately, this has resulted in the formation of many "glam scams" that promise to help skyrocket people to fame.

Florida-based talent development team Turner Talent hopes to defeat the glam scam with their program offering genuine, honest advice and connections within the industry. Instead of the vague promises standard of the talent business, their program is backed by years of experience and legitimate industry relationships to help set their clients on the right path.

A unique talent development program

Turner Talent's Casting-Coaching-Connections program is a development and training program that helps prepare people for success in the modeling and acting industry. Through a series of easy-to-follow online courses and one-on-one sessions with Turner Talent's team of experienced talent professionals, those participating in the program will learn everything they need to know about the industry, including common lingo, audition techniques, set etiquette, and more.

The CCC program gets its name from the three main benefits offered to its participants: casting opportunities, coaching at every step, and valuable industry connections to help them kickstart or push along their careers. The team at Turner Talent has years of experience working in the industry - both in front of the camera and behind it - giving them plenty of professional relationships that they have used to build a network of casting opportunities that could help them land more paid gigs. 

After years in the industry, Kelli and Erica Turner have noticed that people new to modeling and acting can often feel overwhelmed and think the first step is to sign with an agent, which can lead to problems. "Asking questions or lacking knowledge of the industry shows that you're inexperienced and doesn't leave the agent with a good impression," Kelli explains. "Turner Talent can be a liaison by finding a good fit and answering questions, so agents don't have to." 

"Most agents don't want clients who have questions," Kelli explains. "They want people who already know what they're doing, but that often isn't the case with talent fresh to acting or modeling. Our program aims to help people navigate the complexities of the talent industry without wasting a ton of money or time. Getting your foot in the door can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but with Turner Talent, you don't have to face it alone."

In this way, the Turner Talent team operates as assets to agents. The services offered by Turner Talent do not conflict with the services provided by agents, serving more as a supplemental program to help prepare aspiring performers and coach established performers in the industry. 

"One of the most helpful things we can do for our clients is to help them find and get signed with reputable agents that we've built relationships with," says Erica.

Preparing clients for success in the industry

The goal is that, after someone signs up for Turner Talent's program, they will feel more prepared to go to auditions booked for them by their agents or posted on Turner Talent's casting network. From the initial consultation, Turner Talent sets out to educate its clients and be completely transparent about what it will take for them to succeed in the industry.

Turner Talent successfully works with people of all ages, shapes, sizes, ethnicities, gender identities, and experience levels. However, Turner Talent explains to their clients the truth of the industry and where they may fit in. "We believe everyone has an opportunity in the industry, but for some people, it may take time to find jobs that fall within their niche," the Turners explain. "Nevertheless, we have worked with many people of differing physiques and abilities who often work on the industry's fringes to guide them to a successful career as a performer."

When people hear the words "modeling" or "acting," many assume that it's out of reach, or that they don't "fit" what the talent industry is looking for. But times have changed; people no longer have to tick the "traditional" boxes of being tall, skinny, buff, and having a perfect complexion in order to become a model. Turner Talent is helping break down those misconceptions so that anyone can pursue the talent industry the right way.

In an industry filled with people who make empty promises and take advantage of people, Turner Talent stands out thanks to its transparency and track record of proven results. "To be on a movie set or in a photo shoot can be a dream come true for many people," both Kelli and Erica affirm. "With team Turner Talent on your side, you will have all the information you need to turn that dream into a reality."