Given that there is considerably varying sophistication among those who hire talent and that this "universe" is tremedous and has many factors at play with regards to the hiring of talent, I can more than understand an advanced student who hasn't even made a demo reaching out to find work.
COnsider that in your market there may 2 or 3 talent agents and with so much at risk, one could be hesitant for some time to seek representation. I know of 2 individuals who have been turned down repeatedly by Northern California agents. I won't comment as to whether their demos are "brilliant" or not. I suppose it has much to do with the day of the week, the talent roster and who is looking for what. I can say that both of these actors probably make more money than 80% of the represnted talent in the Bay Area by representing and marketing themselves. Why an agent wouldn't want to represent either of them is a mystery to me.
I assume you are not attempting to use your demo to work your way into reading for union nationals and have been more selective by seeking out talent hirers who are less "sophisticated". It would more than make sense that you could be proud of ytour demos and still question both them and your ability. COntinue to work on your craft, no matter what stage of life you are in and always strive to be better and do more. And while this business is all about taking risks, you may be wise to proceed as cautiously as you have been.
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