Here are some commonly asked questions.
Ad Agencies / PR Agencies / Sponsors
1.) Are you an Advertising Agency or Sponsor?
No. We are a strategic alliances company. Natually, we offer these services to the advertising agency or sponsor. We bring companies and celebrities together who may or may not know of each other to license and sell products and services through advertising, public relations and endorsements.
2.) Who is your client?
3.) Describe some of the services Zip offers?
For the Advertising/PR Agency or Advertiser/Sponsor, we offer either the matching of a current Zip Celebrity or a search for either an identified celebrity e.g., “Go get me the guy who starred in that thriller movie?” or unidentified, “I need a Latino sports figure who looks about 25 years old and who has survived serious medical problems.”
4.) Who pays Zip?
The Advertising/PR Agency or its client, the sponsor. Our fees are competitive.
5.) What steps should an advertising agency or sponsor take to become a Zip client?
Contact us by email, telephone or in writing and tell us you want to work with Zip. Whereupon we give you a straightforward contract to review. If the terms are acceptable, the contract should be signed by an authorized representative and submitted to Zip for signature.
6.) Is this relationship exclusive or nonexclusive?
Nonexclusive.
7.) What are the advantages of working with Zip?
There are several. They include:
- We understand the pace and pressure of the Advertising/PR industries. We also understand brand credibility. Consequently, we do the leg work and will compile biographical information from each celebrity which may be used by your creative teams to inspire, craft and produce your campaigns.
- You are Zip’s client and, therefore, stand on solid footing when negotiating licensing rates.* If the price of a license is too high and outside a budget, then you will have time to consider other talent. *(This does not mean, however, that we are your legal counsel because we are not selling legal services. Any legal advice needed should be directed to your legal counsel before signing an agreement.)
- You have the benefit of understanding “market costs” for talent in advance.
8.) What kind of celebrities has Zip worked with in the past?
Athletes, entertainers & in.credible people
9.) Am I obligated to work with Zip celebrities?
No. However, if, as a result of our introduction, you acquire a specific celebrity license, then you would be obliged to pay us accordingly.
10.) How do I contact Zip?
Email: info@zipcelebrity.com
Athletes / Sports Agents
1.) Are you a Sports Agency?
No. We are a strategic alliances company. Natually, we offer these services to the athlete or sports agency. We bring people and companies together who may not know each other to license and sell products and services through advertising and endorsements.
2.) Who is your client?
Our client is the Advertising Agency or its client, the sponsor. We liken our role to that of a real estate broker. Traditionally, a real estate broker represents the seller, the homeowner, but spends similar amounts of time with the buyer, the homebuyer.
3.) Who pays Zip?
The Advertising Agency or its client, the sponsor.
4.) What steps should a celebrity take to be considered?
Submission of short professional biography and commercial quality photographs reflective of the celebrity’s current image. Head shots and 3/4 length are best and must be in color. Digital and email attachments may be submitted. Photos must be recent, no more than 30 days old, and dated.
5.) Is a contract involved?
Yes. A brief contract is signed between Zip and the Celebrity or Zip and the Celebrity’s agent. The contract terms are easy to understand and fair by industry standard. The term includes a one year renewable term if both parties agree.
6.) Is the relationship exclusive or nonexclusive?
Nonexclusive.
7.) Does Zip look for any specific qualities?
Yes. Zip is committed to working with celebrities who cast the good citizen image, display a charitable spirit and who may have inspiring life stories to tell. Of course, impressive on-field statistics and a photogenic smile assist Zip in making the ultimate decision.
8.) What kind of celebrities has Zip worked with in the past?
Athletes, entertainers & in.credible people
9.) How do I contact Zip?
Email: info@zipcelebrity.com
Entertainers / Talent Agents
1.) Are you a Talent Agency?
No. We are a strategic alliances company. Natually, we offer these services to the entertainer or talent agency. We bring people and companies together who may not know each other to license and sell products and services through advertising and endorsements.
2.) Who is your client?
Our client is the Advertising Agency or its client, the sponsor. We liken our role to that of a real estate broker. Traditionally, a real estate broker represents the seller, the homeowner, but spends similar amounts of time with the buyer, the homebuyer.
3.) Who pays Zip?
The Advertising Agency or its client, the sponsor.
4.) What steps should a celebrity take to be considered?
Submission of short professional biography and commercial quality photographs reflective of the celebrity’s current image. Head shots and 3/4 length are best and must be in color. Digital and email attachments may be submitted. Photos should be dated.
5.) Is a contract involved?
Yes. A brief contract is signed between Zip and the Celebrity or Zip and the Celebrity’s agent. The contract terms are easy to understand and fair by industry standard. The term includes a one year renewable term if both parties agree.
6.) Is the relationship exclusive or nonexclusive?
Nonexclusive.
7.) Does Zip look for any specific qualities?
Yes. Zip is committed to working with celebrities who cast the good citizen image, display a charitable spirit and who may have inspiring life stories to tell. Of course, impressive on-field statistics and a photogenic smile assist Zip producers in making the ultimate decision.
8.) What kind of celebrities has Zip worked with in the past?
Athletes, entertainers & in.credible people
9.) Are social media influencers welcome?
Absolutely.
10.) How do I contact Zip?
Email: info@zipcelebrity.com