RPM TALENT. COM
RPM TALENT. COM
RPM is a newer agency, that is quickly becoming known in Los Angeles for it's dedicated hardworking staff, committed to their clients. RPM was founded with a vision to develop an agency where every client knows that they, and their talent, is appreciated. Agent-client relationships are our priority.
At RPM, we promise to:
•Always know your name.
•Always treat you like the important person you are.
•Talk about your progress and career at any time.
•Submit every client for work every day.
RPM expects to work as hard for you, as you work for yourself. We believe in our talent, and we understand that in order to be successful, you must surround yourself with positive, dedicated people.
RPM is a licensed and bonded, SAG Franchised agency that has been credited with "shattering the myth that successful agents must be rude, unavailable, and icy. RPM's owner meets with potential clients personally, which is one of the many reasons RPM has earned such a strong reputation among actors and casting directors alike." BSW
RPM holds an informative Q & A session on the first Tuesday of each month at 4:30pm free of charge. This is a great opportunity for parents or new talent of any age to learn about how our agency works and what you need to get started in this industry. Please call us at 323-460-6196 to reserve your spot.
If you are interested in submitting yourself to us for possible representation, please send your head shot, resume, and demo attn: New Talent, and we will contact you if we are interested in setting up a meeting.
Welcome to RPM
Angela M. Hutchinson
As an RPM Talent Agent, Angela M. Hutchinson represents an elite group of actors, models and rising celebrities. Angela truly has a passion for entertainment convergence; she specializes in launching the acting careers of new talent, as well as established music artists who are looking to transition into acting. Angela has been a featured as an agent in the “Ask the Agent” column in Back Stage West newspaper, as well as several other publications. A graduate of the University of Michigan, Angela earned her B.S.E. in Industrial and Operations Engineering and a certificate in Cross-Media Journalism from USC. Angela has worked for MTV, Warner Bros. Television, MGM and the GRAMMY’s. Also, Angela is the founder of Breaking Into Hollywood, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in May 2005 to assist entertainment professionals with pursuing their careers with integrity, creativity and enthusiasm.
Laurie Grote
LAURIE GROTE grew up in Southern Virginia as an avid musician, playing over 10 instruments. She earned a B.A. in Music Performance and a B.S. in Geology before moving to Arizona where she earned a Master of Music on Flute while pursuing a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. She worked for the National Cancer Institute doing formulation and solubility studies on anti-tumor drugs while she was also principal flute with the Arizona Philharmonic Orchestra and played with the Arizona Opera Orchestra. Since moving to Los Angeles Laurie guest performs with the Bravo! L.A. Sting Quartet and works as a music-recording artist as well as performing regularly with the WestPres Garage Band doing Christian Rock. Laurie became a talent agent three years ago upon moving to Los Angeles when she “…wanted to get involved in this enormous industry which you can only do here. I’m surrounded by exciting people with artistic minds in every facet of the industry!” Laurie has been with RPM for a year and represents over 100 actors.
Gray Lynne
Lynne has over 15 years of experience in the entertainment and advertising industry She was involved with the creative, casting and production of multiple TV commercials in both the US and Canada. With stints in the music business and at a photography studio, Lynne has spent most of her career working with talent both in front of and behind the camera. She is a Past-President of the USA Film Festival and spent many years on the Board of Directors. She joined with the goal of bringing independent films to the public and giving actors, producers, writers and directors a forum to talk about their films and gain distribution. Lynne has a three and half year old son that keeps her on her toes outside of work. She is thrilled to be working exclusively with children at RPM and takes pride in “accelerating” Hollywood, one child at a time.
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