Success Stories

Bobby Banhart talks with Explore Talent. Bobby got discovered for A Shot At Love with Tila Tequila by being a member of Explore Talent. Bobby is a true “overnight success” story.

Julia began her career with a membership at ExploreTalent. Julia's credits include “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”, “Alias”, “The OC”, “ER”, “House”, “Studio 60”, and “Grey's Anatomy”. Julia is currently enjoying success as a lead character Anna Wu on “Chuck”.

Since signing with Explore Talent, 29-year-old war veteran and single mother of five Zairy Shakur has achieved her dream of becoming an actress, host, and singer. She has described her experience working with the company as both “great” and “helpful”. Zairy added that the success she has achieved now was truly worth the time and investment. After a mere 8 weeks, Zairy got to audition for the Samsung S7 commercial and managed to land a stint with Disney.

The talented Dwayne Benson expresses his gratitude for Explore Talent. Dwayne had been a long time pro-member with Explore Talent, which opened several doors such as a television pilot, several stage productions, and a blockbuster movie with Jennifer Lopez. Dwayne proves that with hard work and perseverance, you can truly make it big in the acting industry.

Explore Talent, I wanted to thank you for your wonderful services. I really enjoy checking my calendar to see what new and exciting casting calls are listed. Because of you I was cast as a featured extra (Big Tony's sexy girlfriend)in the short...read more

I was only with Explore talent 2 weeks and I got my first audition for a part in the stage play Cincinnati 28. It got me and the rest of the cast members a lot of exposure and it opened doors for me. Thanks so much Explore Talent Demoine

Landed a commercial that pays $500.00 for one day! Don't give up! I have had my daughter Ashley signd up with Explore Talent since April 2006. We have found many, many auditions through this website. We just recently landed a commercial that ...read more

My sons have done many jobs ! I just wanted to Thank Explore Talent for helping Triston Coleman my son and Trevon Coleman my other son with persuing there acting career because of you they have done many jobs and have just landed membership with a...read more

Got picked up by Nickelodeon Qwendera got picked up by Nickelodeon. They have already sent him a script to study. If he is successful he will be going to New York. And I must say that I enjoyed the show. Knowing that I was skeptical and pessim...read more

lead model in Capital music video I just wanted to say Explore Talent is wonderful. I've been in several music videos. I went to NYC and I was a lead model in a musuc video for Capital 1 Ent. This music video will air on BET! Thanks Explore ...read more

Landed a big SBC print job! Hello, I just wanted to thank Explore Talent. Sandi Smith landed me a big SBC print job! It was a national SBC global ad and I am getting a little over 1000.00. Thank you once again - Gabriela

I got 4 jobs within 3 days ! HI Explore Talent, my name is Erica Hamilton. I just want to say thank you for the many jobs I have recieved. I have been on the website for a short period of time and I am really pleased. I recently got a call from Ju...read more

Got a part in a Film witin a week I signed up with Exploretalent on a Tuesday, had an audition on Friday and a part in a Non-SAG film the following Tuesday! Since then, I have been contacted for auditions on two new projects. I am so happy that I ...read more

Got a role in a Feature Film and 2 TV commercials My career is picking up, I was featured in two tv commercials, one for saving photocopy machines, and one for viejas casino, I will also be working on Ocean's 13 , a feature film that has many sta...read more

MY SON LANDED THE LEAD ROLE IN A FILM I signed up for a month to try out exploretalent and see if indeed they had many auditions and leads in the entertainment field. Within the very month, my 5 year son Eyalan landed the lead role in a short fil...read more

Gig for Virgin Mobile Thanks to ExploreTalent I landed a promotional gig for Virgin Mobile that paid me $150 per day of work. Thanks Again! Beatrice Adenodi

Got a part in a movie! I just recently got a part in the movie Totally Baked with National Lampoons and met also met with Michael Gaylord the photographer and also have met a few production agencies and also a few agents that were interested in me...read more

I just wanted to let you know that I signed up with Explore Talent less than a week and I already have a audition next week. I am so excited and thrilled! I also wanted to comment on the customer service department, especially Carrisa. Carissa has ...read more

Thank you for the job with Miller Lite I just landed a job with Miller Lite. I am promoting approx 10 hrs a week and making around $400 weekly . Thanks again for the leads. By the way this has not been the first job I have landed with your web s...read more

I started on Explore Talent in March and immediately found my first audition for a voice over part. When I went for the audition, I didn't get the voice over...because they cast me for a supporting role. Next I self submitted to audition for a suppor...read more

To the person who's dedication in designing the Explore Talent website to help people like me fulfill a desire as great as mine. I really appreciate your website. Just wanted to drop a note to express my gratitude. On Friday, February 27, I was...read more

I was suspicious at first, you know the saying "too good to be true", but within a week I got a job for America's Hottest Mom as a judge which will air in the spring-not to mention the countless auditions that I have gone on. Recently I have done a t...read more

I just booked a TV show! I just want to thank Explore Talent for all the auditions you've supplied me with. I currently just booked the TV Show "HoodLyfe". This is such a great opportunity for me to gain experience and get my face out there. ...read more

Got a role in a full length feature film! Just wanted to give a big "Thank You" to Explore Talent. My daughter Julia Hodgkins auditioned for a role in a full length feature film called Second Wind and got a co-supporting role in the film! We're...read more

I don't know why it took me so long to sign up with you guys! You guys are great. I got a part playing a thug girl in a feature film called "Keepin' It Real. We start filming Sept. 8 2007! I also have auditions coming up very soon!!

I got a role in an up coming movie It has been a great experience being with Explore Talent. Going in for an audition competing amongst ourselves for role that best fits us leaves you with a knott in your throat when you get a call back or a res...read more

AJ Heiss got a Bounty Paper Towels commercial ! Just wanted to say "Thank You" for getting AJ his last job. He just did a commercial for Bounty Paper Towels. Thanks, Dyanna Heiss

I've submitted to many casting?s and was selected ! I will have to compliment on the professionalism and fast instantaneous service that ExploreTalent.com has provided me. It is unlike any other service I've used with its caring staff and immediat...read more

I GOT A ROLE IN A FILM ! I have only been an explore talent member for a little over 6 months and starting out in the business. I have won a role in the film "Something Within" by YoungHeart Productions. I was notified of the audition throug...read more

I applied for a training film with the Fabian-Baber, the biggest in the nation and got a del for five 25-minute DVD videorecording! They are putting me up at the Best Western hotel and I am getting paid $1500 in total. This is amazing for my resume a...read more

Booked a Job! Just wanted to let you know that I booked a webcast production shoot to promote a new dice/card football game for OTR Sports via your website. The production took place on July 9th on Long Island, it was a great experience! I got...read more

Got a role with Yogi Films Kaylee is now shooting her first film as a young friend of the main character in a production of "Just Breathe" with Smokin' Yogi Films. Kaylee and her sister, Katrina, also just recently auditioned for a part in CTC's "...read more

Landed 2 movie roles + 2 other jobs within 3 months of joining Since joining Explore Talent you would not believe the responses I've been getting from directors, producers. The jobs I have landed and am getting ready to start filming are phenomena...read more

#1 Got major roles in TWO movies 07-07-06 Well Explore Talent...you've done it again! I just came back from a screentest in Washington, D.C. Before returning home I was offered major roles in not one, but TWO movies and I am being considered for t...read more

FIRST audition, FIRST booking... We would like to give a huge thank you to the folks at Explore Talent for all you do. Matthew was selected for a role in an Indie film "I am Dallas Lattrell" after his FIRST audition from an Explore Talent booking...read more

Got a part in a SAG movie I am thrilled to have signed up with Explore Talent! I have already booked a small part in a SAG movie which was posted on Explore Talent in January. Thanx for your service!! Karen Gerstman New York City, NY

I've been on here for 3 days and got booked for a OJ ad and commercial. I get paid and I also get residuals. Thanks so much for posting so many job opportunities.... Thanks, JESSE REITER

Got a speaking part in a full-length Movie Exploretalent is so helpful for people that aren't on the East or West coast. I have lots of auditions to go to, but many areas are too far away. ExploreTalent uses the whole U.S., and I went to my first ...read more

Kayla was just cast in the broadway ANNIE appearing at FOX in Atlanta, Ga. She also obtained a spot as a party child in the Nutcracker at the FOX in Atlana, GA.

Got acting role in a film for "Blue Rocket Films" First of all, I want to thank you SO MUCH for being SO REAL putting people right where they best fit in, and keeping us up on top of the hottest freshest opportunities as they come available. ...read more

MTV / Storms Music Video Thank you. I was selected to be a principal character in Brock Storms Music Video. I had alot of fun with the other girls. Jim from MTV productions was awesome to work with.... Again, thank you!!! Amberlynn Bennett

07-04-06 07:43 am Got selected as a principle actress rock video Many thanks for the professional approach and connections at Explore Talent. I was a selected as a principle actress in the first rock video for a new young music star! Looking f...read more

Got first professtional acting job within one day of signing up.. I just wanted to say thank you so much to Explore Talent. You guys have been wonderful! I have been a member since October. Within one day of signing up I got my first professiona...read more

Microsoft XP commercial Thanks Explore Talent for the Commercial Spot. I just completed the shooting for a commercial for Microsoft XP. The Director found me on Explore Talent. I was paid $100 per hour. Also, Thank you for the good customer serv...read more

Landed a role in a siticom 3 weeks after sign up Thank You!! You guys are amazing! I've been a member of Explore Talent for 3 weeks now and I already landed a role in an upcomong siticom called "MY DIVAS" I'm so excited about this project an...read more

Landed role in a film within 2 weeks! I would like to thank Explore Talent for signing up my daughter Terah. She has only been with Explore Talent for about 2 weeks and received a submission request on her calendar for a role in a feature film. Ev...read more

I just want to say thanks for your site. You guys have really helped me in this business. I was turned down by so many agents and managers that I can't even count them on my fingers. I have even been scammed by two of them. I found my new manager tha...read more

Got into Warner Brothers "Elimidate" TV Show Hi, my name is Courtney Warner and I am writing to let you guys know this site has made my dreams come true!! I have been getting auditions left and right, and I want to thank you for this opportunity a...read more

Landed 2 roles in 2-months Exploretalent, thank you for your services; for I have only been a member for 2-months and have landed a role as a cop on Sensing Murder for the Discovery Channel and I just got done shooting for a feature film called (T...read more

I GOT A SMALL PART FOR BEING IN A MOVIE!!!! Hi, I have been part of this site as a pro member for less then a month now. I'm very happy to say that I got a Voice Over part in an upcoming movie. The movie will be called "Talk to me dirty". Explore ...read more

Landed 2 movie roles... Thank you ExploreTalent... Christina landed 2 Feature Film roles. These are independent movies that will be shown in all the major International Film Festivals. She just joined ExploreTalent and already has more opportun...read more

Got Discovery Channel, several comedy gigs and 5 day shoot Hi, I have been with you guys for about a year and I have booked several comedy gigs in Tampa, got an agent for our improv group, booked for Discovery Channel shoot and a 5 day shoot for U...read more

I'd like to thank Explore Talent for sending me on an audition here in Chicago. I landed a part in "The Conspiricy Theories" which was a documentary that appeared on The History Channel. Thanks Explore Talent and I look forward to having many, ma...read more

My daughter has a part in a short film and has only been a member for 18 days. She would recommend the service to anyone. She was using other sites for acting and now she only uses Explore Talent.

Within 2 weeks if signing up I GOT A ROLE IN AN UPCOMING INDEPENDENT FILM!!! I want to start off by thanking Jennifer from Explore Talent because she was VERY helpful and gave good advice on what to do and what not to do with my profile. Second I ...read more

Received audition for commerical...got job! Through Explore Talent I received an audition for a commercial for the product "Go Smile" Teeth Whitening. I got the job and shot the commercial on two different occasions in Riverside, CA. I had so much...read more

My Daughter Chyna has been on your site for about 8 weeks. She has had many calls and requests. That is what is great about the site. You can submit as many as you'd like and then pick and choose the one's you are really interested in. She has been i...read more

So many castings within 4 days!!! Wow!!! I'm so happy I have only been with Explore Talent about 4 days and I have already got so any casting directors contacting me I just want to thank everyone who has helped me stat my dream and Explore Talent....read more

I made over $100 for just one day in my first week... Hey everyone! I'm writing to say "thank you" to Explore Talent. Thanks to them I was chosen to be a hair model in my first week of signing up! You can't just sit around and wait, though. I c...read more

Got a role in movie called "Shaka Muni" Thanks to Explore Talent casting, I have received a chance to audition for a childrens' movie called "Shaka Muni". I was cast that very same day. I've only just recently finished filming this DVD. The pro...read more

GOT A MOVIE ROLE AND PHOTOSHOOT IN ONE MONTH Just wanted to thank Explore Talent for their outstanding service!!! My daughter landed a great movie role in an upcoming feature film and also a great photoshoot after just one month as a member. Toda...read more

My baby was a Nikon finalist, appeared on "Goodmorning America" & "Entertainment Tonight" Because of you all, my baby was a finalist and flown to NYC for the Nikon Coolpix "Pride and Joy Baby" contest! Has had national exposure appearing on "Good...read more

I got my SAG card... I use my Explore Talent URL on my resume and I faithfully check my calendar. I've been with Explore Talent for two years. Go to my page and review my two resumes! Films and Music Videos are many. I'm now a SAG actress. Mo...read more

Landed a $1,600 gig on my 2nd day of signing up! I signed up on a Wednesday and was hired for a gig Thursday! It is a "Live Event" - Gameshow Host for the Independent Film Channel. The opportunity was placed on my calendar, I sent my info to the ...read more

Got Century 21 commercial run on HGTV Kendra wants to thank you guys for giving her the exposure for her first commercial! She got role in Century 21 commercial run on HGTV, Thank you! I thank you too, Kathi Ike, Proud Mom =)

I got a job that pays $400.00 per day! Wow! I got a co-starring role in The Klown Kamp Massacre," thanks to Explore Talent. This job pays $400.00 per day! Thank You, Thank You! Tara Hahn

Role in a short film... Hello everyone! I want to thank ExploreTalent for this cool opportunity! I am very excited to play a doctor for the short film called "Moment of Life" by Manuel Valerio. This website is keeping me busy with more auditio...read more

Got independent film role and a one year modeling contract!!! I would like to start out by thanking Fransisco in customer services for being so kind!! I would also like to thank David, who is in charge of booking, for being very professional and o...read more

Got a fashion job within two days of signing up! Thank you so much Explore Talent! I got a great job in a fashion show within two days of signging up. This program is amazing and I really appreciate all of the help I received from you! I follo...read more

I would just like to thank you for sending me the audition for what was called The Right to Brag which ended up being A shot at love with Tila Tequila (MTV), Doron Casting, 495 Productions. I made it through 4 episodes and we are going to film the re...read more

Got a Lead Role in a film I finally got a lead role in a short feature film called Haunted by director Chris Ognilo. It was a fantastic experience and I want to thank explore talent for giving me the opportunity to find these auditions so easily!...read more

I got a great gig in a Film within few weeks I started using the site several weeks ago, and I landed my first audition and got the part. This site is great..... Keep up the good work. I landed a great role in an Indie Film "Lyfe and Tymes" Thanks...read more

I have been browsing the jobs for a while now and not always been able to get to the auditions but the one audition I finally went to- I landed!! I will be a cast member for season 2 on JoJo's Dreamcart on PBS. Thanks to Explore! Hopefully more succe...read more

My daughter booked a AFI film through Explore Talent. This is helping build her resume. I really thank you! Ariel Burns Mother

Good Morning, I wanted to send you an e-mail over the weekend, but have been extremely busy with acting classes in order to prepare for my role in an independent film about the Washington DC Sniper. I am very grateful to the service that Exploretale...read more

I was only with Explore Talent for a week when I landed a hair show audition and got the job. I was paid $300 for the hair show and I am really excited about the services and I would recommend Explore Talent's services to everybody. Melissa

Thanks for the all the mega promotion! . . This site is incredible! Explore Talent will be around for ICE AGES! I never knew how important having a dependable website truly was, until I discovered you! I've been an active member since December 20...read more

2 jobs within 10 day of signed-up !! YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING We signed up with Explore Talent on Oct 14th, two weeks ago. The very next day we were offered a job with the ISO/JOICO hair show !! Since then we've already been matched with another job (...read more

I landed my first role... I would like to thank Explore Talent for everything they have done on my behalf. This is by far the easiest and most efficent way to look for jobs. I have landed my first role in an upcoming movie featuring Wendy Will...read more

#1 My son was offered a contract with Circus Circus I would like to thank everyone for the EXCELLENT customer service, professionalism, and helping my son head into the world of Televison. Everyone in staff have been so great and always followin...read more

Got Film & Commercial work Hi! My son (age 7), just auditioned for a Web Commercial for the Onion News Network. Joseph went out to New York City for the audition the next day. And, within the same hour he got a call back. Joseph has been very...read more

Got movie role in 5 days, I made $1,000. Thanks Let me tell you, in only five days I was picked up for a role in a movie called "Coming Attractions," shooting here in Orlando. It has many stars cast such as Angie Everheart (Supermodel/Bordello of ...read more

My son Ricky just landed his first paid job, a commercial for an MP3 player. We are flying to New York to film the commerical. He is getting paid $50 and hour for filming plus residual for the commercial and print. We are so happy for him. Thanks ...read more

Landed a Job for The New CW Channel Hello ExploreTalent! My name is Jaquiya Jones. I have been a member for only a month now. So far I have been on lots of auditions as well as a table reading for an Independent Film. I recently landed my f...read more

Hi, My name is Elijah Vicente. I am a 16 year old aspiring actor who to tell you the truth has hit a brick wall in the last couple of months. I wasn't getting ant auditions or traveling to any auditions or making callbacks. Ever since I joined with...read more

Landed a role in a Film by Lionsgate Just by using your website (not the pro package) I had landed a role in a film called Fear of Clowns 2 picked up by Lionsgate to be feature this coming fall. Thanks to you I saw the audition went in and got a r...read more

Booked commercial for Dunkin Donuts I just would like to take the time out to thank Explore Talent for landing my first Job -- Dunkin Donuts. The feeling is so overwhelming, I just cant believe it. Once again thank you Francisco for your patienc...read more

Within the first week of signing up for Explore Talent, I went out for a Discovery Channel show, got the part, and was paid around $500, which more than covers the cost of the site for over a year! This website is a useful tool to any actor.

Got a part on the Martha Stewart Show. I'm just letting you know that I signed my granddaughter up with explore talent 2 weeks ago and she already got a part on the Martha Stewart Show which will air on national TV the end of August or beginning o...read more

Got Warner Bros. KTLA channel 5 Commercial ! Michael recently co-stared in a promotional commercial for the WB (Warner Bros.) KTLA channel 5. Michael really enjoyed this experience and looks forward to many more! He found being in front of the cam...read more

Got an Allstate Print job Thank you for letting me submit to the Allstate Print, they picked me and I made $250.00. Victoria Lewis Los Angeles, CA

After only one week of being with Explore Talent, I landed a role as a model for rap artist "Juvenile" music video, due to a premiere this month. It's woth the try to everyone that thinks you won't be able to get work. This was a free gig, but it is ...read more

Got a lead role in a feature film ! ExploreTalent has definitely opened doors for my daughter Christina. In the Fall, she will appear in an independent feature film, "Indiscretion" in one of the lead roles. She is so excited and we are all proud o...read more

Hello. I am Rushia Cooper. I recently signed up with Explore Talent in October. I am a 33 year old business woman, who is a mother of two and wife for nine years. I have always been told that I should be an actor because of my personality and flare f...read more

3 indie short and 2 features ! Your site has resulted in 3 indie short castings and 2 features in the 3 months I've been using it. One of the best audition sites I've found. Thanks! Bill Oberst Jr.

Landed 2 Feature Film major roles with some great cash!... Since I joined Exploretalent.com last year around this time, I have landed two Feature Film major roles! I never would have realized the opportunities had it not been for you guys! The fir...read more

Hired for a Bumpernets commercial Dear Explore Talent, I just wanted to let you know, I have been hired to shoot a commercial for Bumpernets in Birmingham Alabama. The director found me thanks to Explore Talent. Melissa Cole Birmingham, A...read more

Thank you for my first job I am so excited to get my first job through you. I did my print job for Cellphone Co. in Austin, the photography is famous Jack. I made 150.00. Thank you! Yvonne/Houston, TX

FUTURE STAR! Cast in "The Sopranos" Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am a pro member. "Yippie!" I just want you all to know I have completed work on two students films already. I have posted this experience to my online resume and was therefore ...read more

Good Morning! I just was to inform Explore Talent that my ten year old son Isaiah received his first acting job on January 9th 2008. The name of the featured film is "Releve". This movie will be shot this summer in San Diego, Ca.

Got a Film role on first day Only after being registered on Explore Talent for 1 day, I got a roll of "Zoe" in Bondage, a short film in Phoenix Az. We begin shooting August 5. Thanks Explore Talent. Makenna Summersett

My first job 4 days after I signed up I recently did my first job through your company ( 4 days after I signed up); it was the Pureology hair show in Providence. $250 plus $40 in hair care products for 1 days work. Can't complain! Thanks alot! ...read more

Thank you guys very much! I have been on your website for about 3 weeks and I have already got one booking in Nashville and was signed to Alpha Model Group in Atlanta!!! I wouldn't have been able to get these without you, so I am very appreciative! G...read more

07-02-06 Booked Yahoo.com commercial in the first month! We have been using Explore Talent for less than a month and have gotten several auditions. This past week Tyler booked his first job through them! It was a commercial for Yahoo.com tha...read more