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Talent Manager Roundtable

Talent Manager Roundtable

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 Join Lisa and David for a wide-ranging discussion with four incredible managers who represent young artists: Rikki Dale, Ashley Doss, Nikki Mincks, and Robin Spitzer Miners. This week’s Mailbag question: “What etiquette is expected in the waiting room of a casting office?” RIKKI DALE Rikki Dale is a talent manager representing talent in TV, film, and theater throughout the country. She has clients working as series regulars on prime time TV and streamers, in Oscar-winning films, and on Broadway. Rikki began her career as an actor and acting coach. After starting a family, she transitioned to management to use her own experience and knowledge to serve the next generation of performers. She believes in fair representation, support, nurture, and laughter to make dreams come true! ASHLEY LANE DOSS At Doss Talent, it’s never just about the bookings, it's about the adventure. Watching young actors step onto set for the first time, sign with their first agent or land that dream role is what drives my passion for the work. Every milestone, no matter how big or small, is a step toward something extraordinary. I have built Doss Talent with a genuine commitment to creating positive and supportive environments for the artists I represent and their families. My accessibility, patience and dedication set me apart. My journey in the entertainment industry began in 2003 when I moved to Hollywood to support my young son’s acting endeavors. Inspired by my experiences as the mother of a working actor and 16 years working at a talent management company, I found my calling for developing and supporting young actors and their families. Since venturing out on my own, I have built a robust roster of clients who have appeared as series regular and recurring roles in prominent TV shows such as “Will Trent”, “General Hospital”, “Mad Men”, “Shameless”, “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”, “Man With a Plan”, “Fresh Off the Boat”, “I Feel Bad”, “Pretty Freekin Scary”, “Gordita Chronicles”, “Marvel's Runaways” and many others. Also, in notable films including Tim Burton's “Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children”, the Robert Rodriguez film “We Can Be Heroes”, and “21 Bridges” with Chadwick Boseman and more. My clients have been nominated for Young Artists Awards and a Children and Family Emmy. With a commitment to integrity and a strong devotion to the industry, I’m dedicated to guiding young artists and prioritizing their well-being. NIKKI MINCKS Nikki Mincks is a seasoned talent manager with over a decade of experience guiding actors from early dreams to professional success. She began her career in 2007 as a hands-on mom helping her own children navigate the entertainment industry, which quickly grew into a passion for developing talent and building sustainable careers. Her journey led her into headshot photography, where she gained a deep understanding of branding, casting, and what truly makes talent stand out. That foundation naturally evolved into full-time talent management. Today, Nikki works closely with many of the industry’s top agencies and is known for her personalized, strategic approach to representation. Nikki represents actors ranging from children to adults, with clients appearing in major television series, feature films, and national commercials. She is dedicated to nurturing talent, advocating for her clients, and helping actors build long-term, successful careers. ROBIN SPITZER MINERS After 17 years as an agent representing actors, celebrities, and models, and after building two kids’ departments, Robin went into management where she could concentrate on her passion: developing young actors’ careers. RSM Management has been in business for 17 years. Some of the successes are: Grace Kaufman - The Sky Is Everywhere; Resurrection; Man With A Plan Alexa Havins - All My Children Forrest Wheeler - Fresh Off the Boat Tyler Sanders - Just Add Magic: Mystery City Cole Jensen - Crash & Bernstein Ryan Ochoa - iCarly Raymond Ochoa - Polar Express Chloe Csengery - Paranormal Activity III THE YOUNG ACTOR WORKSPACE was born out of a single request — a mom who was looking for help with an audition for her son. At the time, the young actor was doing a play with Lisa Picotte and David Kaufman. They were both happy to share their personal insight and advice on how to approach the particularly difficult audition material. He booked the job. Word of mouth ensued and a studio was born. In the past 20 years, Lisa and David have worked with hundreds of young actors, both in weekly classes and private coaching. Some of the young actors who have studied and coached with them have gone on to tremendous success — Millie Bobby Brown, Taylor Lautner, Rico Rodriguez, Raini Rodriguez, Grace Kaufman, Tanner Buchanan, Haley Ramm, Brenna D’Amico, Bobby Soto, just to name a few. While these young actors’ success is a point of pride for ...
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