03.07.2023 - By The Digital Dept.
Pamela Zapata, CEO and founder of Society 18, takes us behind the scenes of what it’s *really* like to be a talent manager. After working in major branding, marketing, and casting departments, Pamela noticed a pattern with BIPOC influencers: they were mostly self-representing and leaving a lot of money on the table in doing so. She shares how she turned her consulting side hustle into a seven-figure agency and gives her top advice for anyone who wants to follow a similar path.
IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
How Pamela draws on her professional experiences across various industries
The steps Pamela took to leave her corporate job and go all-in on her own agency
Tips for finding brands to pitch to for your clients
What questions talent should ask potential managers (and vice versa)
The insights and metrics Pamela and her team look at before signing with a creator
The pros and cons of short-term trials
Why is it so hard to get paid on time in this industry?!
RESOURCES
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CONNECT WITH PAMELA
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Follow Society 18: @society18
Learn more about Society 18: society18.com
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CONNECT WITH JESS
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