Big Fish NW Talent -

Jessica Cruz

I've been with Big Fish and Melissa for 6 years. I've had an incredible experience working with these guys. They really look out for their actors, and Melissa is a wonderful advocate for her talent. Elyse is also a great agent. She handles Background Extra gigs and is so personable.

I lucked out when I signed with this agency (my first agent ever!). They work hard. I don't know what Melissa saw in me when she decided to sign me, but I'm super grateful to know that someone with her amount of experience saw some potential in me.

Valerie Miller

Big Fish NW Talent is such a trusted, well-respected agency in the PNW because of the team behind the scenes. They are a SAG-AFTRA franchised agency, which is important for actors-- even if you're not a union actor (yet!), this tells you that the agency you're working with is upholding professional standards (+ not taking advantage of actors). Melissa has a reputation for hustling hard & I am so thankful for her advocating for me & pushing for me to take risks when I'm not feeling confident-- she's shown me I can do more than I thought possible! Additionally, I always feel confident in speaking up for my boundaries, and know I will be supported.

Adara Toop

As a working professional actor with over a decade of film and commercial experience under my belt, I can attest to Big Fish NW being one of the top agencies for the Washington market. I've been represented by several well known local agencies over the years, finally landing at Big Fish NW. I love being repped by this agency, and I highly recommend them!

The entire team is professional and sweet. The majority of my interactions within the agency are with Melissa Baldauf, who is my acting agent. Melissa is such an incredibly hard working agent. If you bring her name up to anyone in our market, they'll know who you're talking about. She helps me secure auditions for great projects, she works hard to make sure I'm paid properly for my time and usage, and she's extremely easy to get ahold of and quick to respond. I’m grateful to have her looking out for me in this industry.

McKenna Turner

Melissa at Big Fish is a pro! She's a strong advocate for her talent and for high production standards in the PNW. We can always count on her to respond quickly and efficiently to all casting needs, submitting stellar talent each and every time.

Scott Morris

I've worked with Melissa and Big Fish NW Talent a number of times and it is always a pleasure. Whenever I need to cast talent for a project, she's the first person I reach out to.

Beth Farnham

Big Fish NW Talent is my go-to when looking for a quality collection of talent for my projects. Their roster is diverse and solid, and the agency goes above and beyond to help find the right fit and resources. I alway appreciate the very prompt and helpful communication I get when working with the BFNW agency. They are a genuine asset to the industry, and they manage both their talent and their clients with respect and true professionalism.

Alicia

RUN Studios needed 23 actors for a narrative shoot and three scenes involved families with children. Melissa Baldauf supplied us with a large inventory of talent including actual families of actors. We chose 3 families with children ranging in age from 8 to late teens. You can't imagine how smoothly shooting those scenes went as the family chemistry was real and instant. The final scene took place in a bar with 14 actors all of whom were talented and professional. I highly recommend Big Fish NW!

Thomas Hernandez

This talent agency was very efficient in helping me get principal cast and background actors for my feature film. I do not think it would be possible to make my movie without the help of Melissa. Extremely grateful!