James Swoope

Talent Manager
M88
Los Angeles, California

What were some of your professional highlights of 2022?

Going from Jr. Manager to a full Manager within a Year was a major highlight for me. Working with some of the hottest up-and-coming talents, whether that’s accompanying teenager Demi Singleton during an outstanding awards run with King Richard right before helping her lock in her starring role in Netflix’s Deliverance, directed by Lee Daniels. Or organizing Dom’s rollout for the world to meet Iron Heart in Wakanda Forever at 2022’s Comic Con. I’m super proud that I was able to help put some of the missing pieces around my clients that, in return, will make their team stronger.

The signing of Dominique Thorne, Siddiq Saunderson and Woody McClain were huge highlights for me because I was a fan before talent representation was even a thought of mine. The fact that God allowed me to unlock the privilege of working with them is unbelievable.

What was your biggest professional lesson of 2022?

Play to Win. Play to change.

My motto will always be to be the change I want to see while remaining a student. I learned there is a sure way to play this game without compromising my beliefs and morals.

What is your theme word for 2023?

Unicorn