Section R20-5-328. Talent and Modeling Agencies

A.      All talent or modeling agencies meeting the definition of an employment agent in A.R.S. § 23-521(A) are subject to the provisions of A.R.S § 23-521 et seq. and this Article, except that the Department shall not consider the following activities as conducting the business of a talent agent in this state if no fees are charged to applicants for:

1.        The production of theatrical or musical arts or stage shows consisting of responsibility for an entire program;

2.        Acting as exclusive business or personal manager for a talent and not referring talent and models to jobs; or

3.        Casting services.

B.       A talent or modeling agency shall investigate any company who offers employment to a talent or model to reasonably ensure that the company has not defaulted in the payment of salaries, fees, or other compensation to talents and models the company has employed.

Historical Note

Adopted effective September 9, 1998 (Supp. 98-3).