Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Talent Agency for Professional Actors
Gray Talent Group represents professional actors in television, film, theatre, commercials, and voiceovers, founded in Chicago in 2008 by Dawn Gray. Our philosophy centers on dedicated representation for a select group of actors, helping them advance their careers while connecting production and casting directors with exceptional talent. We maintain offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York, offering a hands-on approach to career guidance and opportunity procurement.Our commitment to nurturing diverse, hard-to-find talent sets us apart, with a track record of success validated by our actors and industry partners. We prioritize actor training and development to ensure long-term career growth, operating exclusively under SAG/AFTRA commission guidelines.
Services
Actor Representation
Career Development
Audition Coaching
Voiceover Casting
Theatrical Roles
Commercial Auditions
Film & TV Casting
Talent Training
Demo Reel Consultation
Union Compliance Guidance
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive representation for actors across all entertainment sectors.
- Our team maintains a proven track record of career advancement for clients.
- We specialize in nurturing diverse and hard-to-find talent profiles.
- Our agency provides career development resources and audition preparation.
- We operate offices in three major entertainment industry markets.
Services
Actor Representation
We provide exclusive full-service representation for professional actors across television, film, theatre, and voiceover markets. Our team actively secures auditions and employment opportunities while offering career strategy guidance. Clients benefit from our industry connections and commitment to long-term career development.
Career Development
Our agency offers personalized career development programs including audition coaching, resume building, and industry navigation. We help actors refine their marketability through tailored feedback and professional growth strategies. This service includes access to industry-standard training resources and networking opportunities.
Voiceover Casting
We specialize in placing actors in voiceover and animation projects across commercial, gaming, and entertainment sectors. Our team provides audition preparation and technical guidance for voice acting roles. Clients receive ongoing support for demo reel creation and vocal performance optimization.
Theatrical Roles
We connect actors with theatrical production opportunities in regional and national markets. Our services include audition preparation for stage roles and representation for union and non-union theatre contracts. Clients gain access to our network of theatre directors and production companies.
Commercial Auditions
Our agency actively pursues commercial audition opportunities for actors in television, print, and digital media. We provide on-set preparation and marketability analysis for commercial bookings. Clients receive guidance on headshot selection and brand-specific audition techniques.
People
Dawn Gray
President
Founder of Gray Talent Group with 15+ years of industry experience, Dawn Gray leads our Chicago office. She specializes in actor development and has represented award-winning performers across television, film, and theatre markets.
Kiki Kapral
VP / LA&NY TV Film Agent
As VP of TV and Film, Kiki Kapral manages talent placement in major entertainment markets. With extensive casting connections, she focuses on securing high-profile television and film opportunities for our represented actors.
Tim Payne
Head of LA Office
Tim Payne oversees our Los Angeles operations, specializing in film and television casting. He brings 20+ years of industry experience and maintains strong relationships with major studio casting departments and production companies.
Questions
What services do you offer as a talent agency?
We provide exclusive representation for professional actors in television, film, theatre, commercials, and voiceovers. Our services include audition procurement, career development, and industry navigation guidance.
How can I submit my materials for consideration?
Submit electronically through our website with an audition video link or mail physical materials. All submissions require a headshot, resume, cover letter, and demo reel if available.
Do you represent models or non-actors?
We exclusively represent actors seeking work in television, film, theatre, and voiceover markets. We do not have a modeling division or represent non-actors for print work.
What locations do you service?
We maintain offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York. While we work on projects nationwide and internationally, most clients are based in these three entertainment industry hubs.
Are there age requirements for representation?
We represent talent aged 5 years and older. Younger performers must have appropriate professional experience and parental/guardian involvement in career management.
How much do your services cost?
We operate on a standard commission basis according to SAG/AFTRA regulations. There are no upfront fees for representation services.
