<h1 id="2bf3d870-1819-4528-8887-39f6feb93970" data-toc-id="2bf3d870-1819-4528-8887-39f6feb93970" style="font-size: 32px; line-height: 1.2;">What Makes <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/nz-action-talent-agency">NZAT Talent Agency</a> Different</h1>At NZ Action Talent (NZAT) we keep things simple, transparent, and personal. We’re a small, human agency— you’ll hear from us, you’ll know what’s coming, and you’ll have a say before we put you forward.<ul><li>We ask first. You’ll get the role details and can tell us if you’re interested or not before we submit you.</li><li>You can see what’s coming. We share job info (dates, rates, location, brief) so you’re never guessing.</li><li>Quick responses, less noise. You’ll get one-click emails to reply Interested / Not Interested / View.</li><li>Your privacy matters. We partner with Heycast to manage profiles—your profile is private (not publicly visible).</li></ul><h2 id="0d1d9e95-a4cf-426a-8a22-070a7d85036c" data-toc-id="0d1d9e95-a4cf-426a-8a22-070a7d85036c" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Non-Exclusive Agency: Keep Your Acting Agent</h2><ul><li>NZAT is non-exclusive. Already with an acting agency? No problem.</li><li>You can still join us for:<ul><li>Body double</li><li>Stand-in</li><li>Extras / Featured extra</li><li>Stunt (after completing NZSS Fight for Camera (FFC) or via assessment if you have prior experience)</li></ul></li></ul><h2 id="29a28c04-224d-4c4b-a675-87058d851ed7" data-toc-id="29a28c04-224d-4c4b-a675-87058d851ed7" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">How Job Calls Work (Step by Step)</h2><ol><li>Brief arrives to NZAT → dates, rates, location, requirements.</li><li>We filter by match → age range, gender, height, skills, location.</li><li>You receive a Heycast email with one-click buttons.</li><li>You tap Interested (or Not Interested) → we see it instantly.</li><li>We shortlist and submit matching, available talent.</li><li>If there’s movement, we update you (shortlist/hold/booking).</li></ol><h2 id="618d41a3-3b3d-4afd-886b-e11e749ab5ca" data-toc-id="618d41a3-3b3d-4afd-886b-e11e749ab5ca" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">What We Expect from You</h2><ul><li>Keep your profile updated, especially:<ul><li>Location (current city/region)</li><li>Measurements &amp; recent photos</li><li>Skills (e.g., horse riding, wires, weapons, languages)</li><li>Talent Types (Heycast → Profile → About)<ul><li>Actor — only if you’re not already represented</li><li>Stunt — after <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/fight-for-camera">NZSS FFC</a> (or <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/en/product-detail/stunt-assessment/7594">stunt assessment</a>)</li><li>Action Extra — if you’ve done the<a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/fight-for-camera"> FFC</a> or equivalent beginner stunt training</li><li>Extra / Featured Extra — if you’re not already represented by a talent agency</li></ul></li></ul></li><li>Reply fast to availability emails (even “Not Interested” helps us move quickly).</li><li>Professional set etiquette: punctual, prepared, respectful.</li></ul><h2 id="7e2cb329-4cf8-433b-91f9-df6dc57b88e5" data-toc-id="7e2cb329-4cf8-433b-91f9-df6dc57b88e5" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Who We’re Looking For</h2><ul><li>Reliable, set-ready people across New Zealand</li><li>All looks, ages, and backgrounds (diversity is a strength)</li><li>Performers with special skills are welcome</li></ul><h2 id="11280ed1-0068-4835-b8cc-0de4f601afb3" data-toc-id="11280ed1-0068-4835-b8cc-0de4f601afb3" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">How to Join</h2><ul><li>Create/Update your free <a target="_blank" href="https://app.heycast.co/join/NZAT">Heycast profile</a> (linked it to NZAT in the About section)</li><li>Upload headshot + recent photos, add location, measurements, skills</li><li>Set Talent Types accurately (see above) and save</li><li>Keep an eye on your inbox for availability emails</li></ul><h2 id="f4fedf48-ed7e-4fd0-9005-6ade822228c7" data-toc-id="f4fedf48-ed7e-4fd0-9005-6ade822228c7" style="font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.2;">Why This System Works</h2><ul><li>Respectful: you decide before we submit you</li><li>Efficient: one-click replies speed everything up</li><li>Targeted: only matched talent are contacted</li><li>Private: your details aren’t public</li></ul>Ready to join or update your profile? <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nzstuntschool.com/nz-action-talent-agency">Learn more or Join NZAT</a> Set your Location, confirm Talent Types, and keep your details current—so when the right brief lands, you’re at the front of the line.

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