Does it cost money to have get an agent?

Question:like a singing agent...cuz i know a way to know what your voice really sounds like and its where you plug both of your ears with your fingers and then you sing and you can here your voice, like, what other people here and so i know my voice is good now and i want an agent and have written a bunch of songs and i was wondering if to get an singing agent it cost something.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: like a singing agent...cuz i know a way to know what your voice really sounds like and its where you plug both of your ears with your fingers and then you sing and you can here your voice, like, what other people here and so i know my voice is good now and i want an agent and have written a bunch of songs and i was wondering if to get an singing agent it cost something.

An agent will get 15-20% of all the income you receive from singing (even if he didn't get you that particular job).

An agent's primary job is to find you places to perform--read up on what to expect or not expect them to do for you, and NEVER sign a contract without having and entertainment lawyer look at it first.

I'm pretty sure you give them a percentage (normally about 20%) of the wages you receive for singing/performing.

yes. it's a tough job.

usually, you pay a flat rate for them to represent you (although, sorry, I'm not sure what the rates would be). Then, once you started getting work, you would pay them a certain percentage of your wages, which can vary from 15-35%.

Good Luck!
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