Terms of Service
1. Eligibility
- You must be at least 18 years old to use our Services independently. Individuals under 18 may only use our Services with written parental or guardian consent, as required by New York State Labor Law and child performer regulations.
- We have the right to refuse any talent applications for representation.
- Talent currently living further than 1 1/2 hours away from the New York City Area may
not be eligible for representation. - We cannot represent talent who already have a talent manager.
- All talent must provide professional headshots and resume.
2. Parental Consent
For talent under 18:
A parent or legal guardian must complete and sign our Parental Consent Form. All contracts involving minors must be co-signed by a parent or guardian and may require court approval under the New York Arts and Cultural Affairs Law § 35.03. Child talent must have valid Child Performer Permits and a registered Trust Account (Coogan Account) as required by the New York Department of Labor.
Parental consent must be verifiable, and we reserve the right to request legal proof of guardianship or age at any time.
We do not accept responsibility for securing work permits or trust accounts, but we can
assist in the process.
3. Representation of Minors
Bookings for minors must comply with all federal and New York child labor laws, including restrictions on work hours, schooling, supervision, and safety on set.
All job details will be disclosed to the parent/guardian for written approval before confirming any engagement.
4. Prohibited Use for All Users
You acknowledge and agree that you are solely responsible for your actions and any consequences arising from your use of the Website. You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in full compliance with these Terms, as well as any applicable laws and regulations.
You further agree that you will not, and will not permit any third party to engage in any of the following activities:
- Using the platform for any illegal activities, including fraud, impersonation, or submitting false or misleading information.
- Misrepresentation of age, citizenship, or legal eligibility to work is grounds for account suspension or termination.
- Engaging in bullying, harassment, stalking, intimidation, or discrimination of any kind, whether toward talent, staff, clients, or other users.
- Attempting to book or contact represented talent outside of approved agency or platform processes, including direct solicitation for off-platform work.
- Interfering with or attempting to disrupt the security, integrity, or functionality of the platform, including the introduction of malware or unauthorized scraping of data.
- Collecting, storing, or sharing personal information about users without their consent, including minors’ data in violation of COPPA or applicable child privacy laws.
5. Fees & Commission Limits
We do not charge advance fees or deposits for signing or representation. Commission is a Minimum of 15% and a maximum of 20% of your gross compensation depending on the job booked.
6. Contract Length Renewal
Representation agreements are limited to two years maximum and will automatically renew up to 4 years . After the 4th year a new contract would need to be signed to remain a client.
7. Additional Terms
Certain users, including talent represented by Dream Maker Talent, may be subject to additional terms and conditions outlined in separate representation or employment agreements. These contracts take precedence in the event of any conflict with this Terms of Service and may include details regarding:
- Scope of representation
- Booking and commission terms
- Confidentiality obligations
- Exclusivity and work limitations
By signing such agreements, you acknowledge and accept those supplemental terms.
8. Modification of Terms
We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Continued use of the Services after any updates means acceptance.
9. Intellectual Property
Unless expressly permitted by these Terms or granted prior written consent by us, you may not reproduce, copy, distribute, sell, rent, sub-license, store, or otherwise reuse any content provided through our Services. Except where explicitly stated, no rights—express or implied—are granted to you regarding our intellectual property or that of any third party.
10. Third-party Websites
Our website may include links to third-party websites or services that we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or operations of any third-party sites or services.
You acknowledge and agree that we are not liable for any damage or loss—direct or indirect—arising from your use of or reliance on third-party content, services, or websites linked from our platform.
We strongly encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.