GETTING STARTED - How do I get started as either an actor or a model?
ORIENTATION SCHEDULE - Select the date you would like to attend and enter the requested information. If you are unable to select your first choice, select your second date. In the ADDRESS space please enter the AGE and HEIGHT OF THE POTENTIAL MODEL/TALENT. We do NOT need your address. Remember to hit "SAVE" after you enter the information. This is confidential. Your information will NOT be shared or visible to others. There are a maximum of 25 seats per orientation, but the list of participants on the page can be well over that count due to the multiple dates.
We hold weekly Orientations on Thursdays at 4 pm here at the agency as open sessions for all ages and interests, modeling or acting talent. We ask that you please leave small especially active children with a caregiver for the time of the orientation to avoid distractions during the session.
We have many daily inquires by phone about entering modeling or acting, and cannot possibly answer all your questions over the phone due to our usually very busy work load. This is why we hold an Orientation; to answer all your questions for free.
To reserve a seat please Click Here: ORIENTATION SCHEDULE
You must include your interested model or actors name, age & height in the address field, and contact number.
Orientations are completely free, NO OBLIGATION, and we answer all your questions about the agency, both Model and Talent divisions.
We provide hand outs for the various special programs we offer as well.
We do offer classes to improve your model and actor skills. They are NOT mandatory, and are offered at cost.
We also represent Actors of all types. We represent television, feature film, commercial, industrial video, and voiceover talent of all types.
ACTOR SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS - Click Here
How do I prepare for a photoshoot? ADULT PHOTO SHOOT INSTRUCTIONS - Click Here Child PHOTO SHOOT INSTRUCTIONS - Click Here
CONVENTIONS: "My son (or daughter) went to... (or is considering going to) a "convention", (or Expo) (or AUDITION) and we paid thousands (or it will cost thousands)....
Response: Our experience has been that most of these are essentially very expensive family vacations that give the appearance of giving your model the chance to audition for jobs, but never actually result in jobs that will pay you real money, or get you actual representation. We recommend using our time honored path to success.
PHOTOGRAPHERS ASKING YOU TO MODEL: "We were approached by someone about our child's look and asked to model for photographers, but we weren't going to be charged by them, just the photographers. "
Response: Our experience shows that there are a very large number of people out there willing to do anything to con you, even if it means they're not going to charge you directly. Legitimate agencies earn money ONLY when they actually book you on a job, and NOT by charging you thousands of dollars for 'modeling schools' or 'portfolio photo sessions'. Legitimate agencies also already have thousands of potential models just lined up trying to get in and will NOT hire outside "model/talent consultants" to find new faces for them, especially in distant parts of the country. Larger international agencies use other model agencies as referral sources and generally refuse direct approaches. They have absolutely no need of 'consultants' to find new faces, and have their own internal staff hired to screen potential new models. OUR advice, RUN to the nearest legitimate agency that accepts walk-ins for representation.How do I get work in the New Media, and what is it? For interested actors we offer "Acting & The NEW MEDIA"; A new Class designed to orient actors both young and old to the NEW MEDIA market, and how to maximize your Acting Career Potential in the NEW Media Marketplace! Once a month on a Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 pm here at the agency. Only $15 for our Agency talent! $25 for unrepresented talent. Pay at the door, but register online at this link! Click Here to Reserve a Seat for The New Media Class.
What types of models does the Linda Layman Agency represent?
We represent women, men, and children for fashion print, commercial print, and runway.
What are the physical requirements to be a model with the Linda Layman Agency?
For Women's Fashion Modeling you must be a minimum height of 5' 8" and no taller than 6' 0".
For the Men's Fashion your height must be between 6' 0" and 6' 3" and suit coat size 40 - 42.
For Commercial modeling we will represent girls and boys, men and women of all heights and ages.
Babies are entered as a photo page in our BABY book for a flat one-time fee of $10.
Tell us their full name, Date of Birth, all contact mailing, phone, and email information and you may email us your selections of photos as digital attachments that we then print as a page and put in the book for client review. We don't get many calls for children, but when we do it can pay very well.
You must email new photos in roughly two month intervals as they grow, and at around 24 months you may want to do a Childs Composite card.
Does the Linda Layman Agency have specialty divisions?
We have make-up artists and stylists, represent plus size women sizes 14 - 16, and big and tall men who are 6' 4" - 6' 6", sizes 44L - 46L, and have talent in every category.
Do I have to have professional photographs to attend Orientation?
No. No photos are necessary, or recommended for Orientation. If you are an actor and are prepared to sign an Agency Agreement immediately after Orientation you may bring headshots or digital files of your headshot and your Actor Resume so that we may submit you for any roles for which you are the correct type. Please Click Here for Additional Instructions.
Do I have to have any previous modeling or acting experience or have attended a modeling or acting school?
Absolutely no experience or training is required. We have started many successful models and actors from nothing more than Polaroids. Supermodel Amber Valetta got her start with Linda.
What should I wear to Orientation?
Dress casually and wear what you are comfortable in. Your style is an element of your personality that we are interested in seeing. Women should wear very minimal make-up.
Where are you located?
The Linda Layman Agency is located
at 3546 E. 51st St. Tulsa, OK 74135
Ph: 918-744-0888
Click Here for DIRECTIONS & a MAP to the Agency!
We're on the street that circles behind the entire Country Club Plaza shopping center called Country Club Plaza Drive. Country Club Plaza is located on the corner of 51st and Harvard.
The easiest way to find us is to come down the side street called Country Club Plaza Drive next to the Subway Sandwich Shop , which is on the NORTHEAST corner of the Country Club Plaza shopping center, and directly NORTH of our office about ⅟10th of a mile. We're at the bottom of the small hill on the left next to the Health Source Chiropractic center.
For an online MAP, click HERE!
Does the Linda Layman Agency accept e-mail submissions?
We do consider email submissions, but still recommend attending the orientation.
Do I have to live in Tulsa?
If you are an adult or teen just getting started in modeling it is advantageous if you live in the Tulsa area, but not completely necessary. If you are not within driving distance of Tulsa then it is helpful if you have friends or family that live in the area. We do not have a models' apartment.
What if I am already a working model?
If you are an established model looking for representation in Tulsa and the surrounding area please have your "mother" agency submit you to us. If you have no mother agency please submit your composite to us. We represent actor and model talent in a 120 mile radius of Tulsa proper, and in the surrounding states as well.
Is there a fee to be seen by the agency or to sign with the agency?
There is no up-front fee to be with the agency. The Linda Layman Agency earns a commission for any work that we secure for you.
How do I know if the Linda Layman Agency is legitimate?
We have been in business since 1970 and have established an excellent reputation. The agency does not charge any fees up front but works strictly for commissions on work that we secure for our talent. In addition we are licensed, and we are a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business.
Here is a short list of some of the clients for whom we have provided Talent:
WalMart Mazzio's Sak's Fifth Avenue
Dillard's Arby's Miss Jacksons
JC Penney HardRock Casino Aberson's
Drysdale's Sci-Fit T.D. Williamson
Cobalt Boats Woodland Hills Mall
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Ok Farm Bureau
Century