Getting someones attention

[YRAMagicMan]

Ok, you're probably expecting this to be another "How do I approach people to do street magic" thread. It's not, sorry to disappoint you. The question here is this, when you're trying to get a gig with a new client, how do you get someone's attention and make them take you seriously via email? Do you send them a show reel? Resumé? Or do you even bother with email?

 

[Randy]

Well if you are performing in a restaurant then they should already have seen what you can do and good you. So the most you can is just either wait for them to call you. I know there are things like press material and whatnot, but I think that stuff is mainly for people who have already seen your work or hired you for a gig. Most people won't hire you unless they have already seen what you are capable of.

 

[Justin.Morris]

Prospective clients often ask for video of performance. I strive to have my personality come through in my emails, and as soon as I can, I get them on the phone so they can hear me.