Joining ML Talent Agency
Online Registration:
Register through our fast and easy online form. Click here to register.
Upload photos upon registration to enhance your profile.
FREE registration for children under 17 and ACTRA, Full, and Apprentice members.
Embracing diversity: We represent all ethnicities, ages, and looks, from babies to those aged 100+.
Responding to Bookings:
Promptly confirm your availability for job opportunities received via email.
Job Confirmation and Details:
Expect call times via email after 9 pm the night before your shoot. Confirm receipt before midnight.
Commissions:
Pay your commissions promptly. Find payment details here.
Registration Information
We are an online-only business. Our mailing address is for correspondence purposes only and does not accommodate walk-in clients. All items are done online only.
Registration Fee: Registration Fee:
By registering on our website, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions. A yearly registration fee of $100.00 plus HST ($113.00) is required for all Non-Union talent/AABP. This fee is non-refundable and is due annually.
By completing the registration process, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to adhere to all of our policies, procedures, and fees as outlined on our website. Your continued use of our services constitutes your ongoing acceptance of these terms.
Employment Eligibility
To work with our agency, you must have a valid Social Insurance Number and the necessary legal work documents required by Canadian law.
Legal authorization to work in Canada is essential.
Your child needs a separate work permit, as a study permit alone is not enough. Additionally, your child's employment cannot be covered under your work permit as a parent.
Maintain valid work documentation per Canadian laws.\
Children 16 and Under: Must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21 years old.
Editing Profile and Adding Photos
Editing Profile: You cannot directly modify your profile details, but you can add additional photos.
Adding Photos: When you registered, you received an email confirmation from ML Talent. Search your inbox for 'Registration Confirmation from ML Talent' and locate the 'Click here to upload photos' link within that email. Use this link to add more photos. If you can't find the link, email us at Orders@Mltalent.com to request a new photo upload link.
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Receiving Call Times and Shoot Procedure
Call Times: Expect email notifications after 9 pm the evening before your shoot, usually by midnight.
Details Provided: Details and locations are sent exclusively the night before the shoot.
Commitments: Avoid commitments due to varying shoot durations.
Confirmation Process: Confirm call time receipt by clicking inside the email on the buttons provided that state confirm. Contact us if not received by 11 pm. CONTACT US orders@mltalent.com
On the Day of the Shoot
Punctuality: Arrive on time; notify us of possible lateness. CONTACT US
Check-In Process: Sign in at the 'Extras Holding' area.
Payment Slip: Complete accurately provided slip with your necessary information.
Documents: Bring copies of working papers, residency proofs, and Health and Safety Certificate. If you need to email your documents CONTACT THEM
Commission Information
Payment Method: Send vouchers to admin@mltalent.com for processing.
Calculation and Tax: Commissions based on gross earnings subject to 13% HST.
Payment Modes: Accepting VISA, MasterCard, Visa Debit; contact payme@mltalent.com for alternatives.
Cancellation and Late Fees
Cancellation Policy: A 24-hour notice is required to avoid a $20 plus HST fee for regular background work. For commercial bookings, the full commission will be charged.
Please note that if you have attended a fitting or if the booking is for a picture cast job, a cancellation fee may still apply regardless of the 24-hour notice.
Late Arrival Fee: $20 plus HST fee upon late arrival.
NSF/Returned Cheques: Charge of $40.
Additional Payments, Rates, and Cheque Processing
Additional Payments: Commission applies for fittings, props (e.g., dog, bike), and similar items. Please note these on your payment slip to be paid for those items.
Account Clearance: Ensure your account is up to date. Failure to pay commission will result in your account becoming inactive.
Rates: Non-Union: $17.20/hour/ 8 hr minimum ; AABP talent: $17.95 ACTRA members follow Actra IPA hourly wages $33.95 per hour. CLICK HERE FOR RATES
Cheque Processing: Payments come directly from production, not ML Talent. Regular background work cheques typically arrive within 14 business days, while commercial payments can take up to 120 days.
Ontario’s Unclaimed Property Regulations and Our Policy
Our Policy on Unclaimed Checks and Credits:
Unclaimed Checks: If a check or email transfer issued by our agency is not cashed or accepted within one year from the issue date, it will be considered forfeited. Unfortunately, we cannot reissue or refund these payments after this period.
Checks from Production: Checks issued by production companies must be cashed within six months of the issue date. If the production wraps or leaves town before the check is cashed, it will become invalid, and you may not receive payment from that production. Please note that commission is still owed to the agency for the work completed.
Credits on File: Any credits on your account that are not used within one year will be forfeited and will no longer be available. We advise you to monitor your account regularly and use any available credits within this timeframe.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions or need assistance regarding unclaimed checks or credits, please contact us at admin@mltalent.com. We aim to handle these matters with transparency and fairness.
