Anonymous

LIES!! ITS ALL LIES!!

They told me I would win a contract with an agency, and a million dollars. I got the contract when I was 17 the company only wanted 16 and under or 18 and over. I was screwed there, and never saw a penny...
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Anonymous

Never again

I would never use this company again i was told i won and I could pay 150 for my photo shoot and will receive the photos and a digital cd with the photos. I never reveied anything but a cd from everyone auditioning.
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Jamire Upf
map-marker Madelia, Minnesota

Audition America Portfolio Review from Madelia, Minnesota

So I did audition america when I was 15. And I literally just wanted to take a shot at it and see where it went. Well I ended up winning a "contract" and I paid $150 dollars for the pictures that they took which now that I look back at them were horrible! And then they told me that if I wanted to continue I would have to pay $300 for a portfolio! Right there and then I got the feeling that this company was not a legit one. I honestly dont regret the experience because it made me realize how much I actually want to become and actress but I know there is other ways. And audition america is not it! People save your money and find a real agency!
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Rizwan Dwt
map-marker Houston, Texas

Disk Review

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I paid for my disk and never got it never got information about my performance and they wouldn't answer there phone
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Anonymous
map-marker San Jose, California

Audition America - Modeling Card Payment Review from San Jose, California

I paid over $400 plus paid for my sons modeling cards and now no one will answer my calls or emails in regards to the next step. Even after he supposably won the 1 year contract, still no call back. No one answers the phone at any of the offices. It's totally a scam. Pissed!
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Guest

I got a buddy who also received a contract, but this whole thing looks suspicious. I want to know if everybody gets a contract or do certain people do.

What was the company name for the contract he got? Did it also suggest you using print with ink for the cards?

Anonymous
map-marker Los Angeles, California

This is just my opinion

Ok so I recently auditioned for america audition and I applied last month and when they called a couple days ago I even asked do I have to pay? Lady said no so I went. Did my audition was the last person with two other femafemales and I made the cut but I noticed EVERY BODy made it so I got happy but edge then the guy added with 3 payments of __ and seriously all my red flags went up. I have took many theater classes yyou are NEVER suppose to pay to have your spot save in a contest I'm sorry I cacall BS I call the good post about it BS. And aafter researching their headshots are not worth the price. I know people who go to audition and gget cast and get paid without a dime from their pocket. I wish I would of vcalled them out but instead i just was like I don't have the money. They are wonderful actors though I admit they get you to believe lol But seriously I liked the runway gave me practice and confidence but seriously please don't pay for it look around for better headshots and do it yourself.
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Anonymous
map-marker Cicero, Illinois

I want my 150 dollars returned

This company is a fraud. They use little kids to get money. LA was suppose to take my 3 month old pictures since she claimed to be a professional photographer. She did not even show up the day of his photo shoot, so I want my 150 dollars back. I'm sad and pist off because I missed an important milestone in my baby's life. This company refuses to take responsibility for there inconvenience. Further more they have faulty equipment and don't show up to there on events on time. Some lady calls to tell you your child will audition for a pampers commercial when in reality its all a gimic.
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Anonymous
map-marker Dallas, Texas

Audition America are out to get money

The people running this company are scam artist i wish i would have researched them before paying them my money. They are unprofessional I heard several individuals on along with me requesting a refund. The guy that claims to be the photographer is rude i overheard him telling one contestant parent and a couple of the teen contestants no one would want to work with them due to their attitudes. He felt they should not give him attitude although he was very rude to them. He said several times he was in charge and ran it all so he did not have to be nice or professional. I felt this was something he was telling them knowing they would not follow through with getting them into a real agency.When i request a refund they gave me attitude and refused to give me a refund. I am so saddened that this mall in mesquite would allow their customer to continue to get ripped off by this company.
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Shenice Oip
map-marker Los Angeles, California

Took money

i wasnt to pleased how they treated me, i told them i didint have much money, to come up with in two weeks, took my 100.00, and said see you in two weeks, i was unaware of the situation, told him the girls phones were turned off and still sent the receipt to the phone, wanted to know if i can get my 100.00 back,dont have any money right now, there shoot date is schuduled for march 1st and we decided we cant do this right now, if i can get a refund i would appreciate it very much. my name is gail porteous and my email is luckydog1.2@***.com if someone can please email me i would also appreciate it, i tried calling leaving a message and nobody returned my call,thank you very much
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Anonymous
map-marker Phoenix, Arizona

Really!!

What real talent agencies have a sixteen year old kid as a judge? Really!!! This is a scam. $395 for pictures? And you can't use your own. This is a scam that prays on young kids and their parents. They tell the kid how great they are and the parent feels obligated to spend the money to send the kid through the bogus program. It's a perfect set-up, the parent doesn't want say no and hurt the kids feelings. Legit agencies do not charge up-front fees. Be honest with your kids and teach them about companies like this. Find a legit agency and do it right. Think about it people.
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Guest

At the end if the day there are lots of people with no financial security in there life. They can't afford the portfolio so they get online and make up false allegations.

The truth of the matter is your investing in your kids future. If the parents were able to pay for the pictures it would be all gravy but since there finances are out of tack they are miserable and unhappy.

Get your priorities together and maybe you can get a jump start on life! Case closed!

Guest
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well i when through ut and i won and now i am doing my first movie because of them you are just mad because you didn't make it get over it

Guest
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Whoever you are...you are a liar and probably you are one among the scammers who would still want to continue their monkey business by deceiving youngsters and their parents. There is bad karma to people like you and may you burn in *** My daughter is one of those who you fooled in Chattanooga,TN in 2013 and I was dumb enough not to listen to my intuitions.I paid you money for the disc you promised of their final performance yet didn't receive any at all.

You mailed us a letter telling us that she won a contract but what happened next?

Nothing. You phones are suddenly inaccessible.

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Anonymous
map-marker Rochester, New York

Audition america is a suididal company

my child was soo very happy they told him he had a future no doubt and asked him to come back and intern and then they set him up for a conference call that made no sense but making us believe this was a huge deal! my son believing this was true was so excited and posted things on facebook about the good things that weere gonna happen and now that people found out about this company being a joke...he is going through ***!!!! People are making fun of him calling him a liar and alll bc of what he was being told by this audition America. If my son wasnt as mentally strong as he is he would have already hurt himself over the pain, low self esteem and the feeling of failure that he has now endured! I have to say that the hosta were wonderful and they need to be in the movies,bc they are some extremely good actors!
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Steph C Rgn

That's awesome

Carrie T Dbm
map-marker Bellevue, Washington

Great experience

Both of my girls made it to the finals and the photos that were taken were awesome. This has been great for their self esteem. My oldest one is not a skinny mini and she loved doing this. It has helped to see she is as beautiful as and probaly more talented than others!!!!! Yes it costs money but if you already have a portfolio you dont need to get theirs. My oldest opted to make her own with their pics and my youngest one did the $300 package and I would have paid $500 for them they were great!!!! I met a mom when I was shopping for my girls who's daughter won one of the contracts, we have to wait 4 to 6 weeks to hear about the final results. Wish them luck!!!!!!!!!!!
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Guest

Everyone wins the contract! They don't tell you that!

Guest

My boys are in the second round next week and the agent said he thinks he just found the next pampers babies and I was gonna search and find out some info on the company. Anything I can find out is great. Thanks!

Guest

Just found out my girls won a contract!!

Guest

Congrats!! My daughter has a contract and is in the process of auditioning for 2 movie roles (small ones but you have to start somewhere).

It takes WORK but now that you have all your info it can happen. My kid interned at AA for 5 months and became a stage manager.

It has been a real growth opportunity for her. Her self esteem has risen higher every day!

Guest
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I was just curious if the "interns" are paid!

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Anonymous
map-marker Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Audition america was amazing

I would like to refute the report as Audition America being a scam. My kids had an awesome time at the event. They even won contracts and have done work from the event in TV, Print, and Film/ Each day, I am able to apply for jobs that are already listed with my agency who Audition America linked me to through their event. I am very greatful for the wonderful opportunity! I am including other testimonials from others that took part in the event that have had a great time and agree with me. -Auditioning for Audition America was like a dream finally coming true. I had the best experience with this model search and was given a lot of helpful advice. I have recently been signed with Model Look Inc. A Modeling and Acting Agency that reviewed my portfolio made with Audition America and contacted me immediately.I'm so thankful that Audition America has opened these doors for me and has given people like myself from small towns the opportunity to be recognized and acknowledged by major Agencies around the world.Thank You Audition America!!Brytani H. -I was one of the girl's that was chose to accept a contract. When I auditioned for this I thought to myself "this seems easy", but really it takes some focus and attitude. I am glad to work with an agent!Naomi Guzman This was a really great experience for ! During this process I was able to learn new things and become more confident and able to meet new people. The staff were very nice and gives you great advice to make you look confident while you walk down the runway. Thanks for everything Audition America. SAl SMITH Audition America has been a wonderful experience for my son who his only 3 years old. He left the first audition asking when he could walk on the stage again! All of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful every step of the way. I must admit that after the first night of auditions I was a bit skeptical as any mother would be...what other cost will there be, is this a legit company,etc. Well I was very pleased after doing some research, to find out that ALL is good! There were no additional fees after the photo-shoot and the company is totally legitimate! Kole Pontiff What an AMAZINGG time i had, meeting New people and getting to know what it was like being on stage and being able to shine and smile was just Fantastic! im glad i had a chance to be apart of this, it has brought me so many memories! trying something new turned out to be the best thing i have ever acomplished!being able to come up with different looks and getting to design my shirt made me realize that i lovee it, now i have came up with so many differnt way to design anything in my own creation, this experience has made me realize other aspects that life had to offer! Thankss for the BLASTT i had. my family really apreiciated being able to watch so many talents and how many ideas everyone could come up with. being able to just be me and not carring on who judges me i just lovee it, and not allot of pepople can say there not affraid! it was just exciting everytime i seen that stage.Summer S This Was All Around An Awesome Experience , I Just Did My Talent And Fashion Portion Yesterday And I'm Feeling Great About It , Even If I Dont Recieve A Contract I'm Still Going To Be Happy With How Far I've Come With Audition America , I Loved The Team Members They Were All Supportive And Really Nice , I'm Hoping For The Best And Thanking Audition America For Making Me A Star For A Day , !Rod My experience with Audition Of America was something I would never forget, It was fun and I also had an awsome time doing it. The best part of the Audition was the photo shoot. I absolutly love taking pictures and having the opertunity to spend time with a professional Photogropher. Im excited to do my talent show, Im really looking forward to doing a lot more of this in the future. I feel as if im a very creative person, the shirt we had to create brought out my personalitly and creativities. Thanks to everyone for giving me this opertunity to expierance a small portion of what models have to do on daily bases. Tracy Thompson My expierence with AuditionAmerica Talent Scouts has been amazing. Working with Stephanie, Antonio, and Callie Rose has been so much fun, educational, and a life changing expierence. My mom and I had such a blast putting together three different looks to create an awesome portfolio for my new modeling career. We feel so blessed to be able to be part of this wonderful expierence. Designing a T-shirt and choosing my own music selection gave me the opportunity to really let my personality shine. I can't wait to see what the future brings!Jailynn Green THIS WAS A GREAT EXPERIENCE FOR ME AS I FELT SO IMPORTANT. THE STAFF WAS SO WONDERFUL AND GAVE ME GOOD COACHING AS THE TECHNIQUES WERE EASY TO LEARN. MY MOM ALSO MADE ME FEEL IMPORTANT AS SHE PAID FOR THIS SESSION. THIS WAS SOMETHING I ALWAYS WANTED TO DO AND IT FINALLY HAPPENED. AND WHO KNOWS I MAY BE GOING SOMEWHERE WITH THIS. THANKS AUDITION AMERICA TOUR FOR COMING TO BAYTOWN, TX. JERMIAH BATISTE 8 YEAR OLD GIRL.Being a Contestant with Audition America Talent Search Scouts was and is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. My gorgeous seven(7) year old daughter Coralecia Diamond Burrell #224 was chosen to participate in the Model Search Competition 2012. The professional photo shoot was liberating and gave her an opportunity to express her true born natural talent. I loved this priceless experience and I as a proud parent would encourage this experience to any and everyone. Audition America is the TRUTH and a safe, effective way to be discovered in the model world. My daughter and I cherished this experience and her confidence is gold.LaTonya There is nothing better than going up on stage to entertain an audience. Watching the expressions of the many people that lie in front is a feeling that is indescribable. Although my first performance was in front of people at the mall, I would not change it. If it where at a zoo by all means, I would not change it. Give me an audience to present my talent, and I am their. This experience with Audition America gave me more confidence to let my talent loose. I love to see people smile and laugh, I love to entertain, and I love Audition America for giving me the chance to do it, even if it was just for a minute.Yubicela
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Guest

Doing research on legitmate agencies and I've found that u definitely shouldn't have to pay one cent. If they're interested in you they are willing to take a chance and give u the opportunity to make money from which they get a percentage.

How much money have you made versus how much you've already spent? I'm just curious to know.

Jazmeen Sdx

This is a big scam you should not have to pay for an audition if they want you for modeling then they should offer you the oportunity to make money not spend it

Guest

You pay for pictures that don't really look that professional. Everyone wins the contract.

Once you are signed up they want you to spend additional money for business cards. It is a scam!

Guest
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Gee, is it just a coincidence the business cards they require you to order is run by THEM too, located in the same office? RUN from these ppl and don't make them any richer from YOUR hard earned money. They don't know what it's like to work hard for a living.

Guest

i went today and now im reading that people think its a scam but it seems legit being that you only pay for the portfolio

Jazmeen Sdx
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Yea you can also go to Sears and get pictures taken for less then half the price!!!

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Renzo Xry
map-marker Joliet, Illinois

Audition America

The company make tours in several cities promising the opportunity to land a job with their clients such as (Calvin Klein, Target, etc.). They ask you to come to a preaudition in which they tell you at the end that you must have a portfolio in order to be considered for their remaining final audition. The fee $150 for each shot in their photoshoot session. The pictures are just ok, not that professional! They give you a T-shirt, bag and a book to go home. When you come for the final audition, this is a total joke! A scam!
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Guest

I strongly disagree I was head intern for a summer 2 years ago and we did our *** best to make sure everyone has the best experience we can give them I had 10 hour shifts Mon- Sat and I worked my *** off in heels. We worked to give you hope for a career. You're welcome.

Guest

So ppl been posting for a couple of years now has anyone said they have booked any jobs yet from the casting board yet, is the ? U should b asking we all how it starts off every saying the same thing but how many ppl actually have booked jobs from the casting board yet ,?

That should tell u because someone from the past year should have been back here and comment on how secrssful it was so we would no by now right.....

hello!!!!!

Northern California.

Guest

i went recently to a audition in my mall and yes they ask you to pay 150 dollars but guess what the fact is that getting the 150 out of the spot the opportunity and the experience in the auditions are speech less and another think audition america is asking for money but there is other talent program that do not ask for money but they take you away from your family for a long time with the dream that you can be a star and you invest in clouth and everything that you have to use to go there and be a star like they make you think then after a few they just send you back home with a broken heart and a lost dream. This is not about money this is about how you sell yourself thinked has a job interview if you dont pass the interview guess again you dont have the job

Guest

A few weeks ago Me and the family ssaw a kiosk at the mall and sign our daughter up and us oo for the *** of it right so I get a call yesterday and they give us the appt so Just went to one today at the NORTHRIDGE MALL IN CALIFORNIA...same thing,,walk the catwalk with my 16month...said they loved her for print, convinced me about how I was in a competition and how I needed to secure my "SPOT" by paying in total or payments to the tune of $297.00, these gentlemen "MATT" and "JOE" basically convinced me using "emotional" selling tactics using my daughter and using the usual skill of theatrics..amyways..had that gut feeling paying 50 bucks to start which they explain later is NON REFUNDABLE..so now I'm having second thoughts..?..I paid with Credit Card so I think I could have the charge reversed..

Guest

Audition America is full of ***. Please don't be a victim of scam. Open your eyes, don't make them rich.

Guest

Please all of you parents please go to www.bizparentz.com..they have very useful info about how to get into the business, and about scams..this is one of the scams..this site is free the admins are parents of show biz kids themselves...

Guest

Its not a scam at all. You pay for portfolio pictures that do come in handy later if you win the contract (which I have won) and you pay 50$ to enter the contest.

After you win, you pay 150 for basically 150 business cards that are needed for auditions.

They are talent scouts, not an agency. So when you win the contract, you are offered jobs exclusively for contest winners and such but you still have to audition for each job.

Guest

funny how people are scammed everyday with the hope their kid will get a modeling job. If you won something, you should be paying anything.

This company makes their money from you by paying for a portfolio. Reading the comments on here proves their is a sucker born every minute.

Guest

I entered my very adorable 2 year old who has a Mohawk an after the audition they said yes to they good looking an the fun to watch the fat short or not fun to watch they did say no so This is just a TALENT SCOUT not an agency so remember that after you make your portfolio you can go where ever you want

Guest

What is 100 for photo shoot that u can keep n another 150 for 150 casting cards with ur angency logo on them for u to access the casting board where u have access to land a job it will b worth it for one year. N think u just have to take the time to book auditions n unless u do that u don't no that its a scam. Everyone talking negative has not went threw the whole process yet try it what do u have to loose really!!!!!!

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