Screenwriting : Agents by Richard Wilkinson

It's not a 'magic gateway'. Far from it. They only want you if you don't actually need them. I'd focus on landing an entertainment attorney first. Cheaper and more useful when you're just starting out and dealing with option agreements etc.

Also consider a manager. They too can get your work out there!

I'm going to piggyback on what Lindbergh E Hollingsworth said - typically writers get a manager first since managers help shape and develop a writer and their brand. Even once you have one you'll still be working in tandem with them on writing projects and networking. We actually have some great webinars on this topic -- https://www.stage32.com/education/tag/representation

Emily - thank you for the link. Cheers

Thanks Emily. I'll take a close look at that

So I’ve been told, it’s almost impossible to make an agent have a look at your work but I won’t stop hoping. My issue is that I’m not sure where to start looking. Any tips on that? Thx. Have a good one. PS: I’m an East European who used to write emails to production companies in Hollywood in the time when internet was only in internet halls. Ah, that confidence when you’re young and believe the entire world is yours!

start targeting/networking with peers- actors, writers, crew. They the ppl who will give recommendations and offer paying jobs.

Anyways i was repped, not repped, repped again. I did Blind submissions and also vouched by someone established who took five seconds to email an agent, "Hey, this dude has potential. Read his spec."

PS/ being repped does not guarantee jobs or a career. There is no magic gateway. Either you want this life (put in work/sacrifice Time, family...) or you don't.

Great question Richard Wilkinson. I recommend checking out some of the great education Stage 32 offers on this topic:

https://www.stage32.com/classes/Actors-Your-Step-By-Step-Guide-to-Gettin...

https://www.stage32.com/webinars/How-To-Land-A-Manager-and-Create-The-Ca...

https://www.stage32.com/classes/Stage-32-Screenwriting-Class-How-to-Bett...

Thanks Dan and all for your comments. Much appreciated.

I landed a WGA Agent by calling different Agencies. It is not a magic gateway because unless you have a good track record you still have to make your own contacts. The biggest advantage of having one is almost everyone will read your screenplay. My biggest problem was that I was never really that motivated. I did manage to get employed as a Staff Writer probably because I had an agent. Another advantage is that they can get the WGA attorneys to review your contracts before signing them.

I didn’t try to get a Manager first but if I was starting out today I would probably try that first because they are easier to get. Either way, I wish you luck.