Today we’d like to introduce you to Camie Carpenter.
Hi Camie, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
Talent Manager, Camie J. Carpenter, is the first ever winner of the Women in Film Awards presented at the San Diego Film Awards that airs on KPBS. Camie, is also a Casting Director, and award-winning producer. Based in La Jolla, she has been working with both established and up-and-coming actors and models of all ages for 25 years. Her talent can be seen on anything from local casino, theme park and furniture store commercials all the way to a recurring roles on network shows, a H&M catalogues and starring in vertical shorts.
Says Academy Member Tom Logan, DGA: “Camie’s devotion to her clients is sincere and ethical. She opens doors for her talent and obtains opportunities that may possibly secure their big break, but it’s up to the actor to follow through. I am blessed to work with people like Camie. She is a credit to the entertainment industry.”
A former child model, Camie, is a graduate of the University of Southern California. In addition to almost 60 casting credits, her clients have won the Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Child Actor, Best Writer and Best TV Show over the years at the San Diego Film Awards. Let’s not forget the 48 Hour Project; her clients each year are honored, from Best Actor, Best Child Actor and People’s Choice. She is a sought-after speaker at industry events, local high school and University acting programs.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
The biggest obstacle was getting my foot in the door as an outsider to the industry and proving myself and the value my service, this continues to this day. When I first started in this crazy business, cell phones and computers were not a thing. I would have to sit by the phone from 8am-9pm, making calls and waiting for return calls, a game of cat and mouse. There was no running out to get a coffee, go to the gym during lunch or happy hour with friends, I had to be there so I would not miss anything. All submissions for acting and modeling jobs were done manually no such thing as an electronic submission. I was basically a prisoner on my office. Then came the digital revolution and the information age, I had no clue how to navigate any of this. I had always had a secretary for admin support, but those days were over. Thank goodness for my younger clients that became my technology tutors, it was was an uphill battle but I finally grasped it. Then the smart phone, it changed everything for all of us.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Hollywood Talent Associates?
We work with all ages, actor and models. Talent just starting out and those that have already already got the ball rolling. HTA helps artists decide on an artistic direction, provide career guidance, and nurture their professional growth. We establish relationships with producers, agents, casting directors, directors and other industry stakeholders to create new jobs for our clients. Best put HTA is an master of opportunity sourcing in the industry, in a business that thrives on bringing together those in pursuit of a passion and that enjoy the challenge and vibrancy of showbiz.
Can you talk to us about how you think about risk?
Risk presents opportunities for adventure and meaningful change in ones life, it would not be as exciting without it. Leaving corporate America with a steady paycheck to open my own business in the entertainment industry with no experience in the field. Everything I have achieved I did myself with the successes of my talent. I do not consider myself a huge risk taker, but I never wanted look back wonder what if, could I have really made a name for myself and had a meaningful impact on the lives of others. Both of my bothers are very successful entrepreneurs, so there must be something in our blood. The greatest risk in life may not be taking any risk at all.
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