Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Q. What is StarMANIA? A. StarMANIA is a full service CELEBRITY EVENT COORDINATION company that specializes in websites and publicity appearances. We are NOT a talent agency, nor are we a talent management company. As part of our GUARANTEE to our clients’ representation, we will NEVER solicit or recommend one agency or management company over another. It is our policy to remain neutral at ALL times. Our owners have over 50 years of experience between them in the entertainment industry, Internet and computer programming fields, and it is our pledge to you that your SECURITY will always be our number one concern. We have gone to great lengths to ensure you a pleasant experience.
Q. Can anyone join? A. Our requirements are as follows;To receive Full Membership, You must be a member of a performing Union, be it, SAG, AFTRA, Equity, ACTRA, etc, or a musical act that has a proven fan base. Associate Memberships are available to people who are not yet eligible to join StarMANIA as a Full Member.
Q. How much does StarMANIA charge? A. The entire cost to our client consists of a "one-time" only setup fee of $100.00 and a $35.00 per month administrative fee. You are never under a contract and may discontinue service at any time without penalty.
Q. Why do other publicists charge hundreds or even thousands of dollars per month for their services? A. Greed!! This is not to say that there are not some very legitimate firms in Hollywood that will not work hard in your behalf, it's just that we don’t believe that you should be taken advantage of just because you have a current HOT project in the works. Since StarMANIA is Los Angeles based, we have a firm understanding of what Hollywood is all about. We realize that only a handful of actors are able to maintain a consistent and steady income year after year. For this reason, the average working actor does not have hundreds or thousands of dollars to throw away each and every month. If you have ever asked yourself, "What did I get for my money 'this' month?", then you have a clear picture of what we are saying. If there were ever one statement of fact that we hear from our clients again and again, regarding their previous publicists, it has got to be that one. With that in mind, StarMANIA's goal is to support you thru the ‘ups and downs’ of your career. We’ve done this by having our advertisers and sponsors bear the brunt of the cost. In effect, it makes it possible for us to charge our clients only a small amount for our full complement of services.
Q. Who Needs An Event Coordinator? A. Everyone, . . . even if you already have a publicity team assigned to your current or premiering project, a personal publicist can be an enormous help. Realize too, that rarely will a publicity team give you exposure via the Internet. Often, such things as personal appearances are overlooked, or if not, are more likely geared to the lead members of the cast. But, in either case, whether you are the lead or not, we WILL promote you. A common phrase spoken in Hollywood is, "You are only as HOT as your latest project!" This unfortunately is also the opinion of many publicists. StarMANIA wants to state it clearly for the record, that this is not the case with us. We are with you in both the HOT and COLD times, and in fact, it is when you are experiencing one of these COLD moments that you need a coordinator the most! It is our goal to help you minimize those moments of COLD. We do this by utilizing the two primary strengths that ARE StarMANIA. First, . . . we use the Internet. Our websites help keep your face before the public, and MOST importantly, accessible to Industry professionals. In this regard, we recommend that you mention your website on your resume. A number of our clients have received bookings immediately AFTER the producers visited their sites to learn more about them. It gives you a decided advantage. And isn't that what having a publicist is all about? Secondly, by attending our functions you can make connections with the decision makers in Hollywood. Here again, it is often "who you know," that can get you the booking. Additionally, our 'snail mail' advertising is directly geared toward getting Producers, Casting Company's, and Directors to use StarMANIA as a place to learn more about actors which are currently under consideration.
Q. How can a website help me? A. In addition to the features and reasons mentioned above, the website gives your fans a fun place to visit where they can chat to friends and get the most up to date information about you. Since we build the site to your specifications, it can contain almost anything you want. You can hold contests, give away prizes, chat to friends or fans, receive and reply to e-mail and soooo much more. You can make it as interactive as you desire, spending hours a day, or none at all. You call ALL the shots.
Q. Who owns the website? A. You do. It is copyrighted to both StarMANIA and the client and/or his corporation. We will not post anything on your site that has not been authorized by you. The only exception to this would be the postings from fans that appear in your guestbook (we will delete objectionable postings at your discretion when asked) and/or advertisements. As an addendum to this, advertisers will always be chosen with our viewing audience in mind and will not contain that which is objectionable or in bad taste.
Q. Can I get my own domain name, and if so, who owns it? A. Yes, and you do. We can easily set up a ‘www.yourname.com’, or use the one you already have. However, because of the extensive behind the scenes 'layering’ work required, there is an additional setup and maintenance charge of $125.00 per year, per domain name. Note: The name that you choose will incur an additional charge of approximately $35.00 per year. This charge goes straight to Network Solutions, the company which registers the domain names.
Q. What types of "Publicity" events do you offer? A. StarMANIA offers a wide variety of events. They can be anything from a Movie Premiere screening to a high publicity charity event, many of which we personally organize. Again, these events will often help you make connections within the industry. A few of the events which our clients have attended or will be attending this year: Make-A-Wish Foundation, Ronald McDonald House, Habitat For Humanity, Athletes And Entertainers For Kids, Camp Ronald McDonald For Good Times, The Amtrak Hunger Train, The Shaq Paq Stay In School Program, The Kathy Ireland Holiday Special, Martial Arts Expo, Shaqtacular, 911 for Kids, and Fresh Start Surgical Gifts. At some of our events, we are the exclusive supplier of their celebrity attendees and only a few of the charities ever put a limit on the number of clients that can attend each event. While most of these events are highly visible public outings, we also believe in giving back to the community and have regular "stealth" events, where there is no press in attendance, allowing our clients to interact and "give back to the community" in a private way.
Q. I’ve heard that StarMANIA holds Private Events, . . . what are they? A. Yes, StarMANIA does also host events that are for our CLIENTS only. A partial list of outings include; Bowling, Karaoke Parties, Laser tag, Amusement Parks, Pro Sport Games (including the Dodgers, Angels, Ducks, Kings and Lakers), Swim Parties, and Picnics. If there is ever a time when you want to see such an event scheduled, simply let us know and we’ll put the word out to everyone. The purpose of these outings is to give our clients a chance to get to know each other in a relaxed setting and out of the public eye. It has proven to be a way of making great friendships. And it will also give you a chance to do a bit of networking.
Q. How do I join? A. If you are interested in becoming part of the StarMANIA Family, please email us at info@starmania.net. Remember, StarMANIA is here for the long haul. We want to give you the support not just today, but tomorrow and on into the next century, and yes, we mean 2101. |
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