THE CREW

Kristy Martin, MA

Kristy Martin, MA,CEO/ Director of Agency and Talent Development/ Producer of Calliope Talent, Model, and Artist Management, LLC of San Antonio, Texas and Calliope Talent Management of Los Angeles, California and regional US states

"Just do it or get off the pot."

Kristy Martin, MA has studied and worked in the entertainment, media, and show business industries since 1987. Before opening Calliope SA in 1993, Kristy worked in television/film production and coordination, theatre management, promotions, media writing, theme park management, and agenting. She started writing at the age of 7, and began performing in theatre productions by age 13. She continued acting throughout high school before going behind the scenes in college.

Kristy holds four degrees, including a Master of Arts, a Bachelor of Communication Arts, an Associate in Applied Science, and an Associate of Arts (all in TV/Film studies). She was a member of the Dean's List, the National Dean's List, and the Honor's List. Her Master's thesis detailed the development of a model university's communications department, programs, and curriculum - a reflection of Kristy's passion toward academics and education. Kristy's future academic objectives are to pursue a Master of Education Degree in Training and Performance Improvement, and ultimately a PhD in Cinema and Television. Read more...

Kristy Martin, MA
 
 
Amanda Rivas

Amanda Rivas

Financial Administrator/ Senior Talent Representative

"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." - John 16:33

Amanda Rivas knew she wanted to be an actress as a child. She received her true calling for the craft during her senior year in high school, when she joined theatre/drama after not making the cheerleading squad. She performed in two productions, and received All Star Cast/Honorable Mention in her school's UIL competition. Amanda has participated in two of Calliope’s LA 101 Showcases and feels each one brought life-changing experiences to her career and life.

Over the years, Amanda has racked up credits for commercials, industrials, print campaigns, music videos, reality TV, and film. She has trained extensively with notable casting directors, agents, and acting coaches from Texas and LA. As a staffer with Calliope, Amanda has gained knowledge and an education that she has implemented in her career and life. She particularly enjoys passing her experience along to other actors who share her same passion.

Amanda continues to trust in God, stay focused, be accountable, and rely on family and friends for support. She is proud of her groundedness and stability. As a performer who was bitten hard by the acting bug, she is constantly striving to be in class, on a set, or auditioning. Amanda is a "lifer" and plans to keep learning and growing in her career. Amanda loves to sing and dance, and can often be found in any sushi bar!

Amanda Rivas
   
Laura Villareal

Laura Villareal

Marketing, Events, & Public Relations Manager/Talent and Artist Representative/Staff and Intern Supervisor

"We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand." - Randy Pausch

Laura Villareal
   
Diana Wheeler

Diana Wheeler

Talent Development, Training, and Promotions Manager

"Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation." - Diana Wheeler

Diana Wheeler
   
Frank Covelli

Frank Covelli

Booking Agent

"To fail is to succeed at trying and therefore there is no failure in trying." - Francesco Santangelo

Frank Covelli
   
Elisabeth Anne

Elisabeth Anne

Production/ Administrative Manager

"Our lives are what our thoughts create." -Dillou Rogers

Elisabeth Anne
   
Frank Erdman

Frank Erdman

Webmastering/IT Specialist

"Mundus est non satis."

Frank Erdman
   
Price Robertson

Price Robertson

Coordinator/ Production Assistant

"When questions without answers fill your heart with doubt; when choices bring uncertainty, and it seems there's no way out - the Lord will speak assurance, He'll guide you into truth, and lead you in the perfect way that He has planned for you."

Price Robertson
   
Nicole Ruebenson

Nicole Milea

New Faces Coordinator

"Don't run from your past; it made you who you are."

Nicole Ruebenson
   
Jose Salazar

Jose Salazar

Website Coordinator

"Take the bull by the horns and run like hell."

Jose Salazar
   
Stephanie Stivers

Stephanie Stivers

Production Coordinator

"Look, I don't want to wax philosophy, but I will say that if you're alive you've got to jump around a lot, for life is the very opposite of death, and therefore you must at the very least think noisily and colorfully, or you're not alive." - Mel Brooks

Stephanie Stivers
   

Internships

In addition to our permanent staff, we also have internship opportunities.