In Person: COMMERCIAL AGENT SHOWCASE - Meet FOUR Top NY Commercial Agents all in ONE Night!

Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT

Our Commercial Agent Showcase is a MUST for all on-camera commercial actors currently seeking agency representation or wanting to bump up to a new career level.

Please bring in one piece of 30 second on-camera commercial copy that you connect to and prepare it for this showcase.

You'll also receive written feedback that will be given to you after the event to provide even more clarity on your work.

Advice and verbal feedback will be received and will immediately affect your audition results!

 

 

Scheduled guests include:

- Caitlyn Dowdy, Riot Talent Agency - Bi-Coastal Office - New NY Agency!

- Kevin Koulopoulos, Stewart Talent NY - Bi-Coastal Office!

- David McDermott, Jordan, Gill and Dornbaum Talent Agency

- Maxine Stillwagon, Take 3 Talent

"Connect" with FOUR Commercial Agents all in one convenient night!

*Please note that Guests are subject to change.
 

Please note that this in person showcase will be at:

Pearl Studios NYC
500 8th Avenue, 3rd, 4th and 12th floors
(between 35th and 36th)

You will be emailed your assigned studio the morning of your event.

Showcase Overview:

This live event will start with a 20-30 minute Q&A with everyone in the studio.

Afterwards, you will be showcasing to the panel by appointment. Q&A is optional to attend but we recommend.

You’ll be given your appointment times in advance in EST.

Please show up at least 10-15 minutes before your scheduled time, and please be aware that timing issues can occur but your host will keep you updated while you are waiting.

We kindly ask that you do not request to alter your appointment time.

What to Prepare:

Please choose one piece of 30 second on-camera commercial copy that you connect to and prepare it for this event. 

Please follow the procedures listed below:

• Please update your headshot and fill out the MY INFO section of your AC account upon registration.

• Arrive at least 10 MINUTES before your event is slated to start. Your host will give important information about the event at this time.

**Actors Connection classes and programming are for ADULTS (18+). With permission, some teens (14+) are allowed to take adult programming. To inquire about getting permission, please send an email to: info@actorsconnection.com**

**No recording of any kind is permitted by participants during class.**

**Please keep in mind that all programs at Actors Connection are for educational and professional development purposes. Participating in any class or event is not a promise of employment.**

Caitlyn Dowdy

Caitlyn is a co-owner of Riot Talent Agency.

Riot specializes in on-camera commercials and print work in New York for all genders and sizes ages 18+ with additional agents in Los Angeles. With over 12 years in the industry, her rapport with clients as well as talent sets her apart in the agent world. She prides herself on open communication and productive feedback to get her talent the best projects at the best rates. 

At Riot Talent Agency, we connect exceptional talent — actors, models, and newcomers — with incredible opportunities. Representing talent across the board for commercials, print & TV / film, we’re building the agency of our dreams. Explore our work, meet our talent, and be part of our journey!

David McDermott

David is Head of the Adult Commercial Department for Jordan, Gill & Dornbaum.

An agent for the past 25 years, he has clients in national and regional commercial campaigns.

Recent client booking include: McDonald's, Prosecco, Yahoo, Nestle Crunch, Spectrum, TD Bank, Clorox, Navy Federal Credit Union and Crunch.

Kevin Koulopoulos

Kevin Koulopoulos works with the on-camera commercial and comedy departments of Stewart Talent New York.

With prior experience in casting and young adult theatrical representation, he joined Stewart as a theatrical assistant in 2019 before moving to the commercial & voiceover departments.

Kevin previously worked in talent management before returning to Stewart Talent this year, where he works closely with senior agent Phil Cassese in developing their non-union commercial division with a keen eye towards comedic actors.

Maxine Stillwagon

Maxine is an Agent for the Commercial, Voice Over & Print departments at Take 3 Talent, where she brings a dynamic and comprehensive approach to talent representation.

With a robust background in directing, casting assistance, film festival management, and production, she offers a uniquely holistic perspective that enriches her work with every client. A graduate of Montclair State University with a BFA in Acting, Maxine blends her creative roots with sharp industry insight to fiercely advocate for the success and growth of each actor on the roster.

Her dedication has directly contributed to closing major deals for clients with top-tier brands such as Target, Deer Park, CeraVe, American Express, Heineken, Miu Miu, Apple, Nike, People Magazine, Snapchat, Hero Cosmetics, Colgate, NASCAR, and many more.

When she isn’t busy pestering you with follow up emails, you will find her visiting her Michigan hometown (to see the family dog, of course!), or somewhere overusing the word ‘slay.’