Cynthia Booth Joins Arise Artists Agency as Head of Talent; Casey Larkin Takes on Role in New Media Department
Arise Artists Agency has announced the appointment of veteran agent Cynthia Booth as the new Head of Talent. This addition marks a significant step in the agency’s ongoing expansion and commitment to talent representation.
Booth’s career in the industry began at CAA in the music department. She subsequently transitioned to feature film roles at ICM and the William Morris Agency, later branching into television at Writers & Artists Agency. She played a pivotal role in establishing the Talent Department at The Agency Group, which was later acquired by UTA, and served as Head of the Television Department at Resolution. For the past decade, Booth led her own company, Singular Talent, where she cultivated a diverse roster of clients in film and television. At Arise, she will oversee the Talent Department and spearhead its growth across scripted platforms.
“Cynthia has built departments, scaled businesses, and guided artists through major shifts in the industry,” stated Brian Cho, CEO of Arise Artists Agency. “As Arise continues its rapid growth, bringing in a leader of her caliber reflects our long-term vision for the agency.”
In addition to Booth’s appointment, agent Casey Larkin has joined the agency’s New Media Department. Larkin, who was most recently an agent at Gersh, began his tenure there in 2017 and was promoted in 2022. He also has experience in APA’s unscripted department.
Larkin has a proven track record in motion pictures, digital platforms, and the video game/motion capture industry, successfully guiding talent into various new ventures. At Arise, he will focus on expanding cross-platform opportunities for clients and will collaborate with Harriette Feliz to further develop the agency’s New Media Department, emphasizing representation for directors and writers in the digital space.
Founded in 2024, Arise Artists Agency has quickly made its mark across multiple sectors, including film, television, digital media, voiceover, and commercial partnerships.
