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Hello, I am a soldier going on my final deployment overseas. Upon my return I am looking forward to entering the adult entertainment business. Because of my rank I have no interest in performing in front of a camera. I do however; would like to explore the business, production, and filming aspect of the industry... I am aware that you have connections to presidents, casting directors, talent coordinators, and production directors of almost every legitimate producer of adult films in the United States. I understand that the best way to go about starting your own business isnt always rushing in and doing it yourself, but by getting schooled by the people that has already taken the class. Im asking if I could obtain a list of contacts if not through you, how could I get such info? Also is it at all common for any of these companies to appoint internships?

Thank you for your time I deeply appreciate it
Bobby

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Bobby,

Assuming that you are a soldier in the United States Armed Forces, LicensedModels.com Model & Talent Management & I would like to thank you for your service to our wonderful Nation, and for fighting for the freedoms that we currently enjoy... to include the freedom of speech & expression that is so important, especially considering the industry that we're in.

Thank you.

With regards to your question, I've answered it before: http://www.licensedmodels.com/find_adult_companies.html

A "downside" to the whole capitalism thing (another great thing about our Country), is that nobody is going to simply hand over their contact list to you.

However, I would be more-than-happy to have you make money by starting out referring potential 18-year-old+ models to our Company to become pornstars: http://www.licensedmodels.com/Recruiting.html . After you've proven that you can "bear fruit" within our industry (or "made your bones", so to speak), as a straight-commission based talent manager and porn-star-creator, I personally will be more apt to help you with whatever direction that you want to take within the adult film industry.

As always, the top talent management group for new *female* models in the American porn industry is LicensedModels.com Model & Talent Mgmt., so 18+ females should apply online at http://www.licensedmodels.com/New_Talent.php today!

Hope this helps!

Hakuna Matata,

Mike
Senior Vice President
www.LicensedModels.com Model & Talent Mgmt.
http://www.licensedmodels.com/

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An Adult & Mainstream Talent Manager, Casting Director, Performer & Producer in the porn industry (North America), Mike is the Senior Vice President of www.LicensedModels.com

Based in the San "Pornando" Valley in Los Angeles, CA, Mike is available to answer questions about the straight ("boy/girl") North American porn industry, or from adult females who want to get started in the entertainment industry as a pornstar or crossover (porn + mainstream) star.

Serious FEMALES 18+ should apply online for management/promotion at LicensedModels.com or LatinaModelWorld.com or EbonyModelWorld.com or AsianModelWorld.com.

Mike can NOT answer questions from or regarding non-adults or people under the age of 18, or questions regarding the LGBT porn industry. No response or statement from Mike or his Company should be construed as earnings or income claims or promises. Mike is not a lawyer, and he is not available to answer legal questions. Also, guys (age 18+) who want to get started in the porn business should refer female models to LicensedModels.com, but Mike DOES NOT ACCEPT apps. for mgmt. OR QUESTIONS FROM aspiring male talent, talent scouts, or talent representatives (agents, managers, etc.).



Experience

Mike began his career in the entertainment industry as a talent rep for a large, well-respected talent management Company for S.A.G. actors and fashion models. The Company has been in business for nearly 20 yrs.

In 2006, since the Company is based in the porn capital of the world (the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles), Mike suggested to the President of the Company that they open a division for adult film models. The President accepted, and Mike was put in charge of leading the new division. For the first few months, he went to work for a couple different porn producers to “learn the ropes” of the adult industry. In early 2007, the Company’s adult industry division (LicensedModels.com) opened its doors. Mike was named Senior Vice President.

Since that time, LicensedModels.com’s reputation and connections have grown immensely. LicensedModels.com is now considered to be the top talent management Company for new models in the North American porn industry, and the only adult talent management company capable of promoting its clients for “Crossover Modeling” (promoting its clients for mainstream acting, modeling, dance, and book authoring, in addition to promoting them for porn.)

Since 2007, Mike the Talent Manager has developed personal relationships with the presidents, casting directors, talent coordinators, production directors and “shot callers” of almost every legitimate producer of pornography in the United States. He also has relationships with talent agencies and industry-standard talent STD testing services within the adult film business. LicensedModels.com boasts the ability to introduce a brand-new model to the entire legitimate North American porn industry at the snap of Mike’s fingers, so to speak. Mike has also performed on camera in several porn films for various well-known production companies, and he has also begun his own production line as well.

Organizations
IMDB

Publications
Mike's Writing: Adult Industry News and several articles on Licensed Models' articles and information page

Mike the talent manager & LicensedModels.com mentioned / video and radio interviews: CaliFaces, LA Talk Radio, Adult Industry News



Education/Credentials
Internship at a top mainstream Hollywood talent management Company for actors and fashion models, 4 years of experience as the senior vice president of LicensedModels.com, several years of mainstream talent management experience before that, several on-camera performances (porn) and production experience (porn)

Past/Present Clients
Talent (porn): Bella Honey, Kya Tropic, Jaymie Lannen aka McKenzie Sweet, Priscilla Milan, Holly Zane, Asia aka AsiaXXX, Amber Stars, Lily Star, Megan Vaughn, Sugar, Ivy Longoria, Kylie King, Camilla Rose, Jennifer Stone, Cherry Blossom, Kendra Snow, LexXxi LaRue, Jada Silk, Harley Fire, Mike the Talent Manager, et al

Producers (porn): Penthouse, Anabolic, Diabolic, Reality Kings, Brazzers, Combat Zone, Bluebird Films, Erotique Ent., SCORE Group, West Coast Productions, PussyTester.com, Vince Vouyer, Zero Tolerance, Black Ice, and many others

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