Nevada Incentives

Spring is in the air and so is optimism and potential, as we head into our first year with a film incentive program in Nevada. As many of you know, the first production to apply for and be approved under the plan is Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2, which will begin shooting here in late April.

“Who is your agent? ”If you don’t have an answer to this question, now is the time to have one!
Listed below are the four SAG-AFTRA-franchised agencies in the state of Nevada. Now is a good time to update your professional headshot and resume and get yourself registered. Some Nevada agencies request exclusivity and some don’t, so please clarify with each of them when you register.

Baskow & Associates, (702) 733-7818. Baskow & Associates is the only agency on this list that allows you to come in person and register without an appointment. Actors may register in person at 2948 E. Russell Road or click on “contact,” then fill out the online form. Baskow & Associates represents actors, spokespeople, models, voiceover talent, event talent and more, and has for over 35 years.

Best Agency, (702) 889-2900. To submit, go to their website and click on “submissions.” They do not accept walk-ins. Best Agency is a full-service agency specializing in talent, models, productions and events for over 10 years.

Lens Agency/Las Vegas Models, (702) 733-6888. To submit for representation, go to its website and click on “apply.” They do not accept walk-ins. Lens Agency is the theatrical division of LVM, a boutique agency that represents top-quality actors for film and TV. Now under different management than in the past, Lens Agency (formerly named Lenz Agency), has been in business for over 50 years.

Envy Models & Talent Agency, (702) 878-7368. To submit for representation, click here. They do not accept walk-ins. The Envy agency was founded in 2000 in Las Vegas and represents actors and models.

Also, just a reminder that the SAG-AFTRA Nevada Local Conservatory is a great way to keep your auditioning skills and industry knowledge up to date. I can speak for myself when I say I am always pleased with the quality industry professionals who are brought in to teach. So much is learned in just one afternoon! For more information, email nevada@SAGAFTRA.org.

This item was originally featured in the April 2014 local newsletter.