One Source Talent
One Source Talent Overview
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One Source Talent has 1.5 star rating based on 44 customer reviews. Consumers are mostly dissatisfied.
- Rating Distribution
Pros: Modeling auditions, Disney auditions, Dream job.
Cons: Upfront cost, Got scammed, Service.Most users ask One Source Talent for the refund as a solution to their issues.
The aggregated data is based on reviews and questionnaires provided by PissedConsumer.com users.
One Source Talent has 1.5 star rating based on 44 customer reviews. Consumers are mostly dissatisfied.
- Rating Distribution
Pros: Modeling auditions, Disney auditions, Dream job.
Cons: Upfront cost, Got scammed, Service.Most users ask One Source Talent for the refund as a solution to their issues.
Consumers are not pleased with Diversity of Products or Services and Customer service. The price level of this organization is high according to consumer reviews.
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Top One Source Talent Reviews
"I got scam"
One Source Talent took $1035 from me and promised to help me with jobs in modeling, so do acting and ended with nothing. however, once I realized they weren't...
Trying to c if in could model some clothes for a job
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Sent: Sunday, September 12, 2021 5:32 AM
To: Monee Police
Subject:
This is just a little of what I been going thew since they took me from my dream from high school playing with the basketball trying to make it to the league. Now I'm in the community college can't seem to a diploma with me having a car cause of the way they don't want to handle things.
Preferred solution: Job
New York, New York
One Source talent is now nine9 modeling and acting
one source talent is now nine9 modeling and acting! still charge people, same company. 99 models charges money. i would not trust and run, same old company. nine9 models is just a new name for old company. they want you credit card now, everything weird.
if one source was so good why change name to nine9 to confuse people. do homework on these people. they tell you what you want to hear, tell you to come into office, and call for phone appointment.
when you apply to one source talent nine 9 than call you. seems odd. wanted daughter to come in, never again.
Brooklyn, New York
One Source Talent (Now Nine 9 Unagency) is a Scam
Thank You for all the bad reviews. I put my name and number from an ad on facebook.
On Black Friday I got the call for interview and say they want to meet me. The phone call actually woke me up. Once I got my head straight I got very suspicious and decided to look them up. I saw so many bad reviews and how they scam people including parents of children.
My interview was today and I never showed up. I didn't bother to cancel and waste my time with them. I am have doing background acting for 3 years and gone on multiply auditions I never ever had to pay a casting director or an agency any money, They pay you. There is Actors Access, Backstage, and Casting Network you sign up to and get legitimate jobs from.
I could get head shots for $100 only instead of paying $500 for phoney photos.
Stay Away from them including children too. I guess this one adds another bad review on them.
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Beware
Replying to
Aventura, Florida
I got scam
One Source Talent took $1035 from me and promised to help me with jobs in modeling, so do acting and ended with nothing. however, once I realized they weren't doing nothing for me I stop the monthly payments and never got a call.
therefore, if I would have count the monthly payments, it'd be more than just $1035. it's a scam. the way they presented everything, it seemed so serious and of course, it's all scam. I need help!
How can I file a report so I can get my money back from this scammer. I feel for these people that believes in for some good outcomes but it's all trash.
Please, anybody that knows where I could do a report so I could get a refund, let me know. thanks
- Got scammed
Preferred solution: Full refund
One source talent is not a scam. You just aint *** Sorry
Scam and scam
4 years ago I paid 900 dollars for setup fee plus 30 monthy foe my daughter to attend 3 times a month I paid that 30 dollars monthy for almost one year until I got tired of them scam They havent called her one time .everytime ai called they said theres nothing available.
Los Angeles, California
Nine9 The UnAgency
I had a phone interview today with Dana Patterson. I scheduled it for 11am and she was late in by a few minutes in giving me a call.
It all started okay she asked me a few basic questions. Dana asked for a few of my pictures which I submitted in advanced, not sure if they lost my initial pictures. She then put me on hold to review the 2 photos i sent. After my wait she gave me the good news that I am what they are looking for.
It all seemed good at first and my expectations were to meet her in person or at least visit their establishment. She upfront asked me for my credit card information so that my information will be up for castings. I mentioned to her that I needed to sit down with my father to discuss the opportunity. She then threw things in my face along the lines of oh i thought you said you were ready to move forward today.
OF COURSE anyone will be ready to pursue their dreams, but you cant expect for someone to give credit card information over the phone. I found it extremely unprofessional. Her reaction to my response was what really shocked me. She stated that she has other people to call and pretty much had no time for me if i wasn't ready to make a decision on the spot.
I would NOT recommend Nine9 The UnAgency to any of my friends and family. In my opinion it sounds like a SCAM.
- Upfront cost
- Scam
- Service
People who have had professional training and advice knows that companies like these are a scam. NOBODY SHOULD BE REQUESTING MONEY FROM
YOU!!
Agents get paid based off your booking. Nine9 thinks they’re doing something by claiming not to be an agent” which indeed you are not, but then.. What are you exactly??? Real casting directors would not even converse with a non credible source like Nine9.
It makes no sense. Stop scamming people, and people STOP FALLING FOR THE OKE DOKE!
Candler, North Carolina
Nine9
This place is a joke. It's almost like walking into a timehsare presentation.
The minions butter you up and talk about *you* then they bring the main man in. I had so many number thrown at me it wasn't funny. I have been modeling for 20 some odd years and NONE of my photos were good enough for them. They wanted me to use their photographer, which was $500.
Then they wanted me to pay another $500 for comp cards, and then yet another $500 for a "membership and service fee". When I told them I didn't have that kind of money they proceeded to lower the price $150 at a time.
Huge waste of time and gas. If this place calls you hang up immediately!
- Service
- Scam
- Upfront cost
Taylor, Michigan
Just received a call from them
I just received a call from them about my son's application. I have never heard of them and never sent an application.
My son does have 3 other agencies that "represent" him. He's only 3 years old, so none of the agencies make us sign any agreements with them. We also have never paid any fees. They have all created comp cards for free.
They keep his pictures/comp card online and their clients have access to choose the models they want. They set up auditions for free. One of them has a fantastic photographer that they use, but you're not required to use him. You can submit your own pictures or use your own photographer.
My son has had 3 different paid jobs through these legitimate agencies in the last 3 months. They keep their fees from what my son is paid and then send us a check. Do not waste your money with any company that asks for money up front!!
And then monthly fees too?? It was the Detroit/Troy location that left a message for me.
Just curious, what companies do you use? Would love to use them instead of trying to figure out which ones won't rip me off. Thx!
Demand a Refund - Nine9 Cannot be trusted
IF you are thinking of joining one source aka Nine 9 unagency for modeling or acting, DO NOT DO IT!.
They charge you $495 plus a monthly fee of $40. They promise the world but do basically nothing a model or actor can't do on their own.
THEN they have you pay for a photoshoot a couple weeks after which is another $500. They get sued all the time, just read about it in the newspaper!
Demand your money back if you paid! If they are not a scam, why do they demand you pay not and then not give a refund. Horrible and I don't know how they can do this to people!
hello, i've recently signed an 'application' with this 'agency'. will they charge me for the application?
One Source Talent - Talent Agency Service Review from Addison, Texas
DO NOT FALL FOR THESE IGNORANT PEOPLE! I have done my research, called other companies and talked to corporate.
They all lie to you and try to say that these reviews are by people who are mad and didnt follow the right procedures and what not, but they are DEFINITELY a scam. The lady told me that they were the people who put Leah Jeffries (Jamals daughter) in Empire... That was a lie. The agency who put her on was Production Plus.
They try and justify as to why they ask for money upfront by calling themselves "the unagency", but that's not professional. That's not how the industy works. I have modeled for Kim Dawson and Campbell, this is not how it works. I wouldnt risk it if i were you.
And the few positive reviews on here are probably made up from the people who work here. They have to keep it going somehow. Obviously they are money hungry people who will do whatever it takes to keep their *** business up and running.
Educate yourself on business and how to do it. This isnt a business, no where near it.
Hello, my name is Taylor I work in the customer service department at the corporate location. Other than the example you have provided we have hundreds of other examples of talent that have been successful with the use of our company.
We have our own in house casting department that works hard to provide our talent with amazing opportunities. All of our talent success stories are listed on our website iamnine9.com if you were interested in seeing more proof of our services.
Review in Professional Services category from New York, New York
I am preparing to sue Nine9. Anybody with me?
3 days ago I paid nine9 the Unagency $495 a setup fee and $40 for a monthly service fee. Right after the day when I was on a shooting set, I talked to other actors about this, they immediately told me this is scam. They have been actors for many years and they obviously know this business much better than I do. I just started doing acting and that's why I got scammed so easily.
I felt so mad after I found out Nine9 is really just a fake agency who targets mostly on kids and of course anyone else they think they can make money of. They only want money and don't care at all if we are trying really hard to peruse our dreams. They were already sued before. I also blame myself that I didn't get to know them better before I went into their office.
They are hurting people and I think for whoever got hurt by them should gather together and protect ourselves. If you want to get in touch with me, here is my contact 347 827 **** zhonglan86@***.com
Omg,,thank u so much for your review it saved me and my daughter from being scammed so saad & shame on nine9..
Review in Professional Services category from North Bergen, New Jersey
You sound like you are working for Nine9. People who have been working in this industry all know you don't pay an agency anything up front.
And you heartless people always take advantage of people who are new to this industry and fool them with your so called professioness and you are trying to help beginners, of course you only target on beginners and young kids since they are so innocent and full of passion for their dreams. What goes around, comes around. You will pay for what you did to people.
And here are some advices for beginners, real agencies don't charge you anything until they help you get a job and they take percentage form the money you make.
You do need professional photos for your career and you usually need to update your photos if your looking changes. And you can choose whichever photographer to take your photos instead of the photographer those phony agencies asign to you( they get commission every time they send clients to photographers).
For job advice, a lot of beginners do background jobs to support their life and also you will be surrounded by actors from who you can hear a lot of advices. In the end, I would say, always try to improve your skills, you need to be good at what you do, always be prepared and keep trying for your dream.
Hello Lan, my name is Taylor I work for Nine9 in the customer support division at our corporate headquarters located in Detroit, Michigan. I notice you were a talent with us, and you did receive a variety of casting opportunities.
I would like to chat with you if you have a minute so we can figure out were we went wrong as a company.
You can give me a call on my direct line (248)-220-6531. Hope to hear from you!
Bronx, New York
One Source Talent - Review in Professional Services category from Bronx, New York
Hello,my name is Chardonnay just last week,I was granted,an appointment call back.i,need to know is this a scam,because I do not want to put out my hard earn money for,a modeling talent unagency,I know absolutely nothing about.i,have read so many scary reviews that,I just don't even want to waste my time going back.i,have been taking for,a ride Devore & just a little bit more aware & cautious this time around.Someone out there please,let me know,if this is a fraudulent scam,and NINE9 is out to beat people out of their money.
Don't do it
Pretoria, Gauteng
One Source Talent Services Review from Pretoria, Gauteng
Hi my name is Jane Cherriokee,I brought my daughter Samara Cherriokee today for interview.The guy interviewing was rude & didn't consider my daughter's feelings just because I aired my opinion upfront & said that I hope that I would not be asked for any money as I had explained earlier over the phone.I drove from Anaheim 2hrs in traffic,had to pay for parking & finally drove my daughter home crying.Apparently the interviewer didn't like my concern but I had been frank even before being scheduled for an interview.I suggest they tell the customers exactly what the process entails.
Thanks I received a call today and I have an appointment on Saturday, I also made it clear that if there is money involved, I am not interested, I guess I will not be wasting my money and time driving to the interview only to be asked to pay. Saturday is my off day I am going to stay in bed longer and do some housework.
Miami Beach, Florida
One Source Talent - Nine9 Review from Miami Beach, Florida
The nine9 Unagency is a scam. Even 'Taylor' from customer service who is replying to all these post is not real.
Want to know how the really work and if they can be the trusted? Read the LA times news article on them and how nine9 , who changed their name from one source talent, really operates.
As an experienced professional with over 15 year in entertainment, this is True fraud to models and actors.
Expensive $500 fee. They claim to be a school and then a casting company. NOT!
Hey anonymous, this is Taylor. It seems you are a little confused about our company and what we do.
If you would like I would be more that happy to explain our services to you! Feel free to call me 248-220-6531
New York, New York
Run far away from Nine9 Unagency
Changed name was One source, still charges people $500 upfront to start. If so good, why change name? Why pressure people into paying now?
Why charge people every month for something? Then tell us no refund? Are you serious kidding me
Do you research on the people who are doing this. Look at their reviews on Yelp before you go a call. save a trip to be sold a dream fantasy.
One source talent AKA nine 9 and they are still the same people. Look them up and see what they really do to actors. It is not right and they will be exposed for this in the long run.
Hello, my name is Taylor I work for the customer support division in our corporate headquarters located in Detroit Michigan! I would love to speak with you if you have a minute to answer any remaining questions you may still have regarding our company.
Here is my personal line 248-220-6531. Feel free to contact me any time!
About
One Source Talent is a service for the modeling and acting communities. Founded in 2003, they maintain an interactive database of models, actors and clients looking to fulfill creative requests and needs. The goal of One Source Talent is to create cost-effective, working relationships between talent and clients via its interactive network. With nearly 1,500 success stories / testimonials and growing, OST talent have appeared on every major network, been signed to top agencies, landed parts in projects from major motion pictures to national magazine shoots and more. With nearly a dozen offices nationwide, advanced technology and a dedicated staff, One Source Talent is quickly changing how the modeling and acting worlds conduct business.
One Source Talent is ranked 20 out of 190 in Talent and Modeling Agencies category
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Thank you for the info! I sent headshots in for the fun of it and they kept trying to set up an audition with me.
I have a free day this week & decided to set up to check it out. I started reading up on them prior to my appt./audition to have all the info. I am not extremely cautious. Being in the creative field, everyone knows it's an ever struggling business.
Make it or break it tells all. So, how can a group that only calls themselves the "unagency" because if they said they were an agency, they couldn't charge for services so easy, get away with this? A modeling school tried to pull this w/my family with I was a ***.
It's unfair & deceiving to the talent & families to make them think the only way to get the knowledge & jobs is to pay!! Thanks again for the heads up!!
My daddy has stroke .. and I can waist my money like this...
I decided to apply at nine9 because I first thought that I will only pay 39 and my second interview they asked 499,, and I Judy read nine 9 paper I have to pay again for professional pictures sorry I am not you should have told me before that not fair ... please I need my money ...
299 dollars ... my dad is sick can not afford
Nine9 ... you guys are scam Scam ...
i need my money .. Please that I gave you yesterday ...
I have decided the same day to cancel my account with you .. but nobady pick up my call ...I think I will post it in your Facebook account ...
I've been with one source and 99 for about five years I've never had a problem never had to call to check on castings or shoots they call me or directors call me personally I've been in quite a few movies and had quite a bit of modeling shoots and have never had a problem
They contacted me they are expecting me to show up Monday night. I've never paid to join a agency I'm looking online and see all the bad reviews for this company called nine9 I appreciate information as it will save me a two-hour Drive
Hello all, my name is Taylor I work for Nine9 in the customer support division at our corporate headquarters located in Detroit Michigan! I notice there is some confusion about our company, and what we do.
I would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact me on my personal line 248-220-6531.
is nine9 really a scam or is it real
Hey anonymous, its Taylor. We are not a scam.
A scam is either a company that is illegal or unethical in their business practices. We are neither. We are a great resource for the 99% of aspiring models and actors who are currently unsigned and would like to get exposure in the industry.
We offer a service to every talent that joins with us, and we do so legally. Feel free to check out the work that we have helped our talent get at, iamnine9.com
WELL FROM MY EXPERIENCE I LIKE THEMTHEY ALL WERE VEEY FEIENDLY TO ME FAST SERVICE I GOT IN THE LADY ASKED WGAT MY MEASUREMENTS WERE THEY GUY TO A HEADSHOT PIC THEN WAITED IN THE TV AREA HAD AN ORIENTATION ABOUT THE BUSINESS THEN GOT CALLED IN SPOKE TO ANOTHER WOMEN AND GOT ACCEPTED AND I HAVE TO GO BK TOMORROW TO DO SOME PHOTOS IM EXCITED
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Did they ask for money ?
Scams
what's another modeling agency?
I have been suspected is national modeling showcase working with nine nine agency? I agreed with other few people that what I thought nine nine is scam .
Hello anonymous, my name is Taylor I work for the customer support division at our corporate headquarters located in Detroit, Michigan. We are not a scam, feel free to check out our amazing talent success stories at, iamnine9.com
Why are they asking $499?
They sent me an email saying that they would call me for a phone interview and am from another country. Can anyone tell me what to do?
Hello anonymous, my name is Taylor I work for the customer service department at our corporate location. I'm sorry to say that right now we only work with talent that are located in the United States of America. :(
Sorry, that smiley face was not intended to be angry, I was trying to do a sad face!
DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING WITHOUT TAKING TO A LAWYER THAT REAL!!!!
Yes complete scam. I was already a model, doing shoots before entering and they took all my clients. Half their clients are ones I've seen being used from free casting services such as model Mayhem