Jennifer Aurianne DaRe
CEO & President
Jennifer Aurianne DaRe is founder and CEO of ATN Entertainment, a premiere talent management company in Los Angeles that specializes in the representation of actors, writers, directors and content creators in film, television, music, literary and more.
Since founding ATN in 2015, DaRe has grown the roster to over 100 clients under her leadership, including a strong presence of women and the LGBTQ community. In her role, she is responsible for evaluating talent, building client teams through industry connections, overseeing day-to-day business affairs including advising and counseling talent, creating strategies for promotion while working across the entire value chain from producers, agents and studios.
Now in her 6th year of running the company, DaRe’s tenure has resulted in tremendous success with previously unknown clients achieving acclaim. Her accomplishments led to the launch of the production and development division of the company, ATN Productions. The debut project for the banner is a TV adaptation of the YouTube comedic series “PANIC”, which is looking to get released in Q3 of 2021. More projects are being pitched for potential development.
Clients of ATN include Karen Obilom, a series regular on “Games People Play” and fractional series regular on “Doom Patrol”, Charlie Bushnell, a series regular on “Diary of a Future President” and Lance Cameron Holloway, a staff writer on “Grownish.” Currently, ATN has 15+ content creators on its roster, with projects ranging from feature film to half-hour and hour-long series and has recently built out out the division by adding literary manager, Mike Diaz.
Prior to the founding of ATN Entertainment, DaRe was an EVP at a then-reputable management company which she transitioned to from her time as an independent music manager for bands, record producers and solo artists. Her music connections first developed as the internal manager and one of two lead singers of the successful folk-rock band, the Extinct. For 7+ years, the Extinct shared stages with artists such as Stone Temple Pilots, No Doubt, Incubus, Maroon 5 (Kara’s Flowers), Alien Ant Farm, as well as many other successful acts of the 90’s. She has also worked for and with notable figures such as Billy Zane, Estella Warren, Rick Fox and Tom Cruise.
DaRe was the sole producer and curator of The ATN Showcase from 2005 – 2013 which featured musical artists from all over the globe during the SXSW Music Festival. It was the largest and longest-running independent showcase in SXSW history, at that time. Past experience also includes producing still photography, music supervision and casting.
DaRe is passionate about volunteering, highlighted by her enlisting to come to the aid of those in need in New York, by running a volunteer unit for 3 months after the events of 9/11.
ATN Entertainment is located in Hollywood, CA. DaRe currently resides in West Hollywood, CA.
THE ALL TOGETHER NOW SHOWCASE AT SXSW
Jennifer’s “other life” – veteran of the indie music scene, Jennifer Aurianne DaRe was producer, host and curator of the All Together Now Showcase at the world-renowned South-by-Southwest music conference. The ATN Showcase would receive upwards of 750 submissions annually from cutting-edge acts from all over the world.
Jennifer was responsible for booking each act, coordinating their itineraries and schedules, and working closely with labels, agents, managers, and publicists to ensure each band received the best possible exposure and positioning.
“The All Together Now Showcase at SXSW is one of the most diverse musically, with a reputation for curating both unknown bands and those on their way to being the next big thing.” — Dennis “The Menace” Scheyer, KUSF
“Jennifer DaRe’s SXSW showcase was a wonderful and smooth-running experience. The sound, venue and professionalism of Ms. DaRe and her staff was amazing.” — Warren Huart, VP Swing House
“Nobody has a better ear for knowing the difference between good and great musical acts than Jennifer DaRe.” — Will Hartman, Broadcast advertising copywriter, Ogilvy & Mather
Jennifer amassed a number of long-term relationships and connections with labels including Universal Republic, Universal Motown, A&M/Octone, ATO Records, Warner Bros, Sony, Redbull Records, and many more. She has close ties with prominent booking agencies including CAA, ICM, APA, WME, as well as numerous boutiques. Jennifer’s experience, expertise and work ethic made her one of the most respected and sought after music curators and showcase producers in the business.
Abbey Robertson
Vice President of Operations, ATN Entertainment
Head of Development, ATN Productions
Abbey Robertson is the Vice President of Operations at ATN Entertainment and the Head of Development at ATN Productions. Prior to rejoining ATN, where she previously worked from 2018-19, she was the VP of Development and Production at RushTix, the Head of Touring at Comedy Juice, and the booker of Nowhere Comedy Club. She is the Founder and an LA board member of the now decade-old Ladies of Comedy Association (L.O.C.A.), a networking organization dedicated to advancing the careers and positions of women on the business side of comedy that has chapters in LA, NYC, and Austin. Abbey spent the first decade of her career in representation, specializing in working with comedians and writers. She was a talent manager at Apostle, The Collective, and Adept Entertainment. Abbey was a producer of Funny Women Fest in Los Angeles. A lifelong comedy enthusiast, she moved to Los Angeles from Alexandria, Louisiana in 2005 and started working in entertainment by producing hundreds of live comedy shows around town.
Bailey LeVeille
Production Coordinator
Bailey LeVeille studied Film & Television with a concentration in Screenwriting at DePaul University in Chicago, IL. She has wanted to have a career in the Film Industry since she can remember. LeVeille is the Assistant to the CEO, Jennifer DaRe at ATN Entertainment. Before ATN, her focus was screenwriting and writing script coverage for production companies and film festivals. ATN has opened her eyes to talent management, and she’s excited to continue working in this aspect of the industry. LeVeille is from San Diego, CA, and currently resides in Culver City. She’s happy to be back in sunny California and out of the brutal winters of Chicago.
Tyler Browne
Manager
Director of Talent Development
Tyler Browne has been a Talent Manager since 2012. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Browne created Kindred Talent Management, a boutique developmental talent company by “walking through the steps of an actor”, inspired by her two daughters who were forging their own way as entertainers. As a performer since age 4 which included professional dancer, actor and singer, Browne longed to become the talent manager she always wanted, balancing equal parts hands-on support and industry insight.
After four years, she would merge KTM into Dedicated Talent Management owned by Matt Prater, who shared a similar philosophy and performance background as a former successful actor.
Browne is now proud to be a part of the ATN family. She especially enjoys the duties of branding and marketing talent as Head of Development, which she feels are essential components to an actor’s success.
Bret Bassi
Manager
Bret Bassi is a highly skilled and successful entertainment business executive and artist manager. His successes have included #1 songs at radio, tours with bands such as Twenty One pilots, Dashboard Confessional, Walk The Moon, and many others, as well as songs placed in movies such as Lego Batman, Lego Ninjago, commercials for Nutella, PooPourri, among others.
Mr. Bassi’s clients have amassed one Grammy on eight nominations, one Juno award, many number one hit songs, albums sold in the millions, and many RIAA gold and platinum records. His clients have worked with the likes of Jason Derulo, Robin Thicke, Brit Nicole, Nick Jonas, Beyonce, Alicia Keys, Lady Gaga, and many more household names. Most recently he has delved into the acting management world with his sites set on developing triple threat artists that can have a broad reach across entertainment, media, and pop culture.
Jerry Hu
Theatrical Assistant
Jerry Hu received their BFA in Creative Producing from Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, having produced short films while working for companies like FX and NBCU. They are a queer multi-disciplinary artist—at the intersection of entertainment, music, and fashion—hoping to affect the world positively with their content and energy. Jerry supports the ATN team as the theatrical assistant, giving their highest level of care to clients and collaborators. Their goal is to create opportunities and produce content for the underrepresented, especially for queer/trans folks and POC. Jerry currently lives in downtown LA with their two hairless kitty babies, so catch them around and don’t be afraid to say hi!