59 min
Trevor Kossack, WPA partner and commercial agent for cinematographers, production designers, editors, costume designers and more The Cinematography Podcast
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The Cinematography Podcast Episode 191: Trevor Kossack
As a partner and commercial agent at WPA- Worldwide Production Agency- Trevor Kossack represents directors, cinematographers, production designers, editors and costume designers. Trevor has a passion for those responsible for crafting the images that make movies, television shows and commercials.
Trevor first studied medicine in college, but soon realized that he didn't want to be a doctor. He also had family in the entertainment industry and got an entry level job at the William Morris Agency. He found he really enjoyed working in a talent agency. As he switched agencies and worked his way up, Trevor decided he wanted to represent those below the line more than actors or writers. He appreciates what cinematographers, production designers, costume designers and editors need to do to create art, and everyone needs representation to protect their bests interests when they're up for a job.
When looking for new talent, Trevor wants to fall in love with the person's work and how it makes him feel. He likes to see real, human stories that draw people in, no matter what the subject. He networks with potential clients at film festivals and industry events, and keeps his finger on the pulse of industry news to find out the latest projects and people on the rise. Trevor enjoys having a good relationship with his clients, and is always looking to create a great “marriage” between a director and a DP. As an agent, Trevor's job is to have conversations with his clients about what's available, what their brand is and how it can be adjusted, and matching the person to the right job. He always respects an artist's choice on the jobs they decide to take, or pass over.
Trevor's tips on how to find an agent:
* Have a reel of your work and feel confident in the work you've done so far, no matter how much experience you have.
* Make a plan and discuss what your plans are for your career in the next year, and then the next 5 years.
* Figure out who your influences are, including any and all art, from fine art and photography to architecture or anything else.
* Remember that getting an agent is just a step along the way. Everyone in the entertainment industry still needs to network and hustle to find their next projects.
* He's always open to emails, phone calls or taking a look at a potential client's reel. Even if you don't get representation right away, it's always good to stay in touch.
Find Trevor Kossack at WPA Twitter: @Teekozy
Close Focus: Terrifyer 2 continues to be in the top 10 of the box office, especially because of community groups who are against it.
Ben's short end: Polycam is a new app that uses LiDAR and 3D scanning to take photos of an object with your phone and create a 3D model of it. It can scan an entire room or house, and would work well for scanning locations and every prop, for making storyboards or pre-production planning.
Illya's short end: Indiana Jones and the Spear of Destiny (Indiana Jones 5) will be coming out in 2025, with cinematography by our frequent guest, Phedon Papamichael, and there's potentially a new Indiana Jones series in the works for Disney+.
Listen to Ben's new horror series Catchers, available NOW only on Audible!
The Cinematography Podcast Episode 191: Trevor Kossack
As a partner and commercial agent at WPA- Worldwide Production Agency- Trevor Kossack represents directors, cinematographers, production designers, editors and costume designers. Trevor has a passion for those responsible for crafting the images that make movies, television shows and commercials.
Trevor first studied medicine in college, but soon realized that he didn't want to be a doctor. He also had family in the entertainment industry and got an entry level job at the William Morris Agency. He found he really enjoyed working in a talent agency. As he switched agencies and worked his way up, Trevor decided he wanted to represent those below the line more than actors or writers. He appreciates what cinematographers, production designers, costume designers and editors need to do to create art, and everyone needs representation to protect their bests interests when they're up for a job.
When looking for new talent, Trevor wants to fall in love with the person's work and how it makes him feel. He likes to see real, human stories that draw people in, no matter what the subject. He networks with potential clients at film festivals and industry events, and keeps his finger on the pulse of industry news to find out the latest projects and people on the rise. Trevor enjoys having a good relationship with his clients, and is always looking to create a great “marriage” between a director and a DP. As an agent, Trevor's job is to have conversations with his clients about what's available, what their brand is and how it can be adjusted, and matching the person to the right job. He always respects an artist's choice on the jobs they decide to take, or pass over.
Trevor's tips on how to find an agent:
* Have a reel of your work and feel confident in the work you've done so far, no matter how much experience you have.
* Make a plan and discuss what your plans are for your career in the next year, and then the next 5 years.
* Figure out who your influences are, including any and all art, from fine art and photography to architecture or anything else.
* Remember that getting an agent is just a step along the way. Everyone in the entertainment industry still needs to network and hustle to find their next projects.
* He's always open to emails, phone calls or taking a look at a potential client's reel. Even if you don't get representation right away, it's always good to stay in touch.
Find Trevor Kossack at WPA Twitter: @Teekozy
Close Focus: Terrifyer 2 continues to be in the top 10 of the box office, especially because of community groups who are against it.
Ben's short end: Polycam is a new app that uses LiDAR and 3D scanning to take photos of an object with your phone and create a 3D model of it. It can scan an entire room or house, and would work well for scanning locations and every prop, for making storyboards or pre-production planning.
Illya's short end: Indiana Jones and the Spear of Destiny (Indiana Jones 5) will be coming out in 2025, with cinematography by our frequent guest, Phedon Papamichael, and there's potentially a new Indiana Jones series in the works for Disney+.
Listen to Ben's new horror series Catchers, available NOW only on Audible!
59 min