You are here:

Adult Film/Experts

ExpertAverage RatingsExpertise

Mike the Talent Manager

U.S.
Available
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 .....

Dan Pepper

U.S.
Available
Lawyer representing adult industry businesses and entertainers, and can answer questions related to:

How to start an adult film business or adult website LEGALLY.

What laws to be concerned about with getting into the adult entertainment industry.

What terms and conditions do you need on your adult website.

How to comply with 18 USC 2257 - the federal record keeping requirements.

What forms and agreements do you need for models and crew.

How to deal with copyright and trademark laws.

Before asking your question, I recommend visiting adultwebsitelawyer.com and requesting a copy of the Top 6 Considerations of Starting an Adult Entertainment Business. You may find your question answered there.

I ALSO DO NOT ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM MALES INTERESTED IN STARRING IN ADULT FILMS.

Don Y

U.S.
Available
Anything pertaining to sales and marketing in the adult industry. I have been selling and marketing amateur titles in the adult industry for years. I have sold content all over the globe and to the largest companies like Playboy and Adam & Eve. If you need help getting started with a business plan that includes marketing knowledge I can help. I also help models find work in cams or films with one of the many members in my network.

Recent Answers

2012-02-09 how to become a porn star:

Adrian,    It sounds like this is something that you have your mind made up about. I'm curious why you waited until now. You could of gotten in at 18.     The porn industry is big, and there is LOTS of

2012-02-09 complicated issue on legally operating:

Ashlie,    This is an enormously risky venture, and could easily be considered prostitution, especially since you are creating a video record of the session.  I would NOT recommend setting it up as you've

2012-02-07 Adult film Lawyer:

First of all thanks for your service    You do not need to spend money on an attorney right now    I would recommend you join our network and start educating yourself    You can do that at makeadultfilm

2012-01-31 Porn Industry for men:

Omar,    Getting into the porn business as a male is very difficult, and there is no place to "apply."  You may want to consider picking up Ray West's guide here

2012-01-26 Scout Talent in PA:

Thomas,    Like many areas in adult entertainment law, it depends.  I can't give specific legal advice in this forum, so if you'd like to discuss your specific situation in more detail, feel free to contact

More Answers in Category Adult Film


Adult Film

All Answers


Answers by Expert:


Ask Experts

Volunteer


©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.