Agents

Vic Murray

Vic has represented actors across film, theatre and television for nearly 25 years. She was an integral part of RDF Management alongside Debi Allen from 2002, before establishing her own agency in 2009 and building a roster of talent working on both sides of the Atlantic. In 2017 she co-founded Hatch with Michael Ford.

Vic is known for her hands-on, personal approach. She works closely with every client, whether they’re taking their first steps in the industry or are well established, offering honest guidance and steady support as their careers grow on stage and screen.

Michael Ford

Michael has been an agent for over two decades. He was born in Bristol and lived in Manchester & London before travelling the World. Michael was an Agent at RDF Management and then DAA, establishing a list of Actors working Internationally, that he took with him when he opened Hatch in 2017. He's a keen fan of new writing, gritty drama, dark comedy and loves a good David Attenborough series. Michael is a supporter of Médicins Sans Frontières and LFC.

Charlene Mcmanus

Charlene has over 20 years of experience as a talent agent. She began her career at RDF Management, working alongside Vic Murray, before helping to establish talent agency DAA. There she worked with Michael Ford and became a company director. She later spent nine years at Curtis Brown with her clients.

Charlene takes a personal, hands-on approach to guiding and developing her clients careers at every stage. She represents actors, writers and multi-hyphenate creatives across film, television and theatre. In 2026, she joined Hatch as a partner, bringing her brilliant clients with her.

Mia Pavey

Mia graduated from the University of Surrey in 2020 where she studied English Literature and Creative Writing. Before joining Hatch, she had 2 years experience in Music & Entertainment PR. Having always been passionate about film, theatre and television, with a particular love for Musical Theatre, Mia switched up careers to reflect this. In 2022, she joined Hatch as Vic Murray's assistant, helping to manage and nurture her client's careers. In October 2024, she was promoted to Associate Agent and is excited to develop her own list, as well as continuing to work with Vic and her clients.


Assistants

Sophie Cotton

Sophie is a graduate of the University of Manchester. She has worked in film production and as a casting assistant for commercials and musical theatre. Sophie is a keen swimmer, and a lover of Shakespeare, comedy and crime drama.

Alice Coles

Alice studied History at the University of Nottingham, graduating in 2022. She worked with children with special educational needs before joining the Hatch team as Michael's assistant. Alice loves British comedy and cooking for friends and family.


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Representation

If you wish to be considered for representation, please send your CV, headshot and showreel with a short covering letter to info@hatchtalent.co.uk, marking your email for the attention of the agent you are interested in working with.

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