VersaVision
Versa Manos is an award-winning Los Angeles-based talent manager and owner of Gorgeous Media Group. She brings decades of entertainment and media experience to a roster of clients, which include actors, writers, directors, and musicians. She is heavily invested in the industry, serving as an executive member of Film Independent, Women in Film, Hollywood Radio and Television Society, and American Film Institute. She previously served as the President of the Talent Managers Association. Join Versa in VersaVision as she brings together insiders and career professionals from across the entertainment industry together to discuss all things entertainment. VersaVision is created and hosted by Versa Manos.
Episodes
On this episode of VersaVision, we welcome AMSEL, EISENSTADT, FRAZIER & HINOJOSA ( AEFH) Talent Agent Katelyn Giroux who has been recognized By Variety Magazine "as a powerhouse agent representing fantastic talent." As part of AEFH’s dynamic youth division, Katelyn works closely with youth and adult actors, helping guide & develop careers in a highly competitive industry. Recent client highlights include Sydney Agudong in L...
This week on VersaVision, Acting Coach Tracy Martin breaks down why talent means nothing without stamina. With decades of experience in the entertainment industry and coaching actors who’ve gone on to work at the highest level, Tracy shares the discipline, mindset, and habits required to actually last in this business. From building resilience through rejection to training with real intention, this episode is a reality check for an...
Top Casting Director Bella Hibbs, founder of Good Faith Casting, joins VersaVision for a candid and eye-opening conversation about what really gets actors noticed, and why talent alone is rarely the full story. There are always other factors at play.
With more than 12 years of experience casting film, television, and commercials, including projects such as HBO’s Duster, Monogamy, and the Tubi original The Sintern, Bella brings a r...
Top Casting Director Bella Hibbs, founder of Good Faith Casting, joins VersaVision for a candid and eye-opening conversation about what really gets actors noticed, and why talent alone is rarely the full story. There are always other factors at play.
With more than 12 years of experience casting film, television, and commercials, including projects such as HBO’s Duster, Monogamy, and the Tubi original The Sintern, Bella brings a r...
Casting Director Dea Vise, with over 27 years of experience in film and television, joins us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what really goes into casting decisions - and why not booking has far less to do with you than you think. Having cast countless projects and seen thousands of auditions, Dea brings a rare, insider perspective on how roles are actually decided behind the scenes.
Dea opens up about what she looks for...
Casting Director Dea Vise, with over 27 years of experience in film and television, joins us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what really goes into casting decisions - and why not booking has far less to do with you than you think. Having cast countless projects and seen thousands of auditions, Dea brings a rare, insider perspective on how roles are actually decided behind the scenes.
Dea opens up about what she looks for...
Actor Michael Tow has appeared in Landman, Lioness, City on Fire, Hocus Pocus 2, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Law & Order: Organized Crime, FBI International, Lucky Grandma, Sound of Metal, and Free joins us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it takes to build a lasting career as a working actor in Hollywood. From on-set stories working with Taylor Sheridan,...
Actor Michael Tow has appeared in Landman, Lioness, City on Fire, Hocus Pocus 2, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Law & Order: Organized Crime, FBI International, Lucky Grandma, Sound of Metal, and Free joins us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it takes to build a lasting career as a working actor in Hollywood. From on-set stories working with Taylor Sheridan,...
On this week's episode of VersaVision, we welcome back talent agent Peter Kallinteris! As the owner of the Peter Kallinteris Agency (PKA), his experience and guidance have built many clients careers. In this discussion with host Versa Manos, he reveals:
- the mistakes that sabotage careers
- trends that can change the future
- strategies of clients that consistently book
On this week's episode of VersaVision, we welcome back talent agent Peter Kallinteris! As the owner of the Peter Kallinteris Agency (PKA), his experience and guidance have built many clients careers. In this discussion with host Versa Manos, he reveals:
- the mistakes that sabotage careers
- trends that can change the future
- strategies of clients that consistently book
On the latest episode, we welcome back Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick! As the Co-VP of Advocacy for the Casting Society of America, Danielle is a trailblazer in inclusive casting. She sits down with host Versa Manos to reveal behind-the-scenes insight on:
- why advocacy is transforming opportunity
- how authentic representation affects storytelling
- where the future of casting is headed
On the latest episode, we welcome back Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick! As the Co-VP of Advocacy for the Casting Society of America, Danielle is a trailblazer in inclusive casting. She sits down with host Versa Manos to reveal behind-the-scenes insight on:
- why advocacy is transforming opportunity
- how authentic representation affects storytelling
- where the future of casting is headed
On the latest episode of VersaVision, host Versa Manos leads Talent Agents Christopher Ahuja, Danny Bjelajac, and Ofelia Habelt in a panel discussion on all things headshots. Tune in as we break down:
- how headshots are really used
- what actors often get wrong
- the subtle details that can determine whether your photo gets a second look
From common mistakes to strategic choices that can elevate your entire submission package...
On the latest episode of VersaVision, host Versa Manos leads Talent Agents Christopher Ahuja, Danny Bjelajac, and Ofelia Habelt in a panel discussion on all things headshots. Tune in as we break down:
- how headshots are really used
- what actors often get wrong
- the subtle details that can determine whether your photo gets a second look
From common mistakes to strategic choices that can elevate your entire submission package...
This week on VersaVision, we sit down with Tina Randolph Contogenis, founder of Eris Talent Agency, alongside talent agent Tareena Woods. The agency has positioned itself at the forefront of where the industry is heading. Under Tina’s leadership, the agency was among the first to build a dedicated division for vertical content, opening new pathways for both actors and production companies.
Tina also heads Eris Entertainment, the...
This week on VersaVision, we sit down with Tina Randolph Contogenis, founder of Eris Talent Agency, alongside talent agent Tareena Woods. The agency has positioned itself at the forefront of where the industry is heading. Under Tina’s leadership, the agency was among the first to build a dedicated division for vertical content, opening new pathways for both actors and production companies.
Tina also heads Eris Entertainment, the...
On this episode of VersaVision, host Versa Manos sits down with ARTIOS Award–winning Casting Director Adrienne Stern to explore the hidden decisions that shape actors’ careers long before auditions ever happen. With credits spanning acclaimed films like The Believer and Thirteen Conversations About One Thing, recent projects such as Hazard, and a deep body of work in horror and thriller, Adrienne brings a rare 360-degree perspectiv...
This week, host Versa Manos sits down with Kevin Scott Allen (American Primeval, Laid Bare, General Hospital, Station 19, American Crime Story) for a candid deep dive into the craft of acting—exploring physicality in performance, bringing depth to one-dimensional roles, and the shift from external validation to inner confidence.
On this special Friday the 13th episode of VersaVision, host Versa Manos sits down with Casting Director, Producer, and Intuitive Coach Pamela S. Kramer. With credits including casting The Unborn and coaching the country's only "Dying for the Camera" horror intensive, Pamela offers rare insight into what truly happens behind the scenes of genre storytelling. Join us as we dive into what it takes to cast fear convincingly, what make...
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