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The Powerful Profile - Part 2
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 4th June 2019
Let's Talk: Rocketman
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 22nd May 2019
Here at Uni-versal Extras we love all the great Productions we get to work on...but we always have a special place in our hearts (and yes, sometimes...Read More
The Total Package - 'Dinner Party' Photos
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 9th April 2019
Here at Uni-versal Extras we often get praised by our Productions on how great our Extras and Supporting Artists look. When casting our Booking...Read More
The Universal Extras Phone Book
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 9th April 2019
Your phone rings but you don't recognise the number, What do you do? Do you answer or do you ignore it and risk missing out on whatever is...Read More
Film Open Castings in Bristol & Cardiff
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 2nd April 2019
Uni-versalEXTRAS are holding open castings in Cardiff and Bristol for new members to register as film & TV extras in South Wales and South...Read More
The Clothes Make The Production
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 26th March 2019
As the Bard himself is often misquoted "The clothes maketh the man", and Costumes really do make the film complete! In this post, we look at...Read More
Feeling Good Being Paper Free
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 13th March 2019
Ever thought that your onset experience could be streamlined? We have. With our new ‘chitless’ mobile app available to our Productions we...Read More
The Easy Way To Be Pencilled
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 12th March 2019
You asked. We listened. So Uni-versal Extras are changing – bringing in a faster, easier way to Pencil. As part of our ongoing quest to...Read More
Film Extras Open Castings in Manchester
Posted by Amy on Thursday 7th March 2019
Uni-versalEXTRAS are holding an open casting in Manchester for new members to register as film & TV extras this March. If you want to work...Read More
Film Extras Open Castings in London
Posted by Amy on Friday 1st March 2019
Uni-versalEXTRAS are holding open castings in London for new members to register as film & TV extras this March. If you want to work as...Read More
The Powerful Profile - Part 1
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 12th February 2019
Your Profile – it’s how we find you, it’s how we present you to Production. Like your CV, your Uni-versal Extras profile is full of...Read More
The FAA is Going Up
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 6th February 2019
It's all about the money. Extra work is a great, fun way to make money and it's getting better. This March 2019, the FAA pay rates are due to...Read More
Award Winning Extras
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 5th February 2019
At Universal Extras, we have been lucky enough to work on some of the best Films and TV over the last 13 years. During Award Season we see...Read More
Feel Good Rom Coms With Fancy Extras
Posted by Lucy on Tuesday 5th February 2019
It’s the most romantic day of the year and whether you love it or hate it, we are all guilty of having a little cry to our favourite Romantic...Read More
In The Eyes Of Production
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 22nd January 2019
From your location, appearance, clothing sizes and skills, your profile is bursting with information that our Casting Agents will search on...Read More
Perfect Pictures First Time
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 22nd January 2019
Photos, No one likes getting that little message from our Photo Moderation Team saying they couldn't accept their pictures! But your photos...Read More
Inspirational Quotes to Start your New Year
Posted by Amy on Monday 7th January 2019
With the glow of the festive season fading into the winter months, it can be hard to be inspired and positive about the year ahead. In this...Read More
New Year, New You
Posted by Amy on Thursday 3rd January 2019
As 2018 steps down to let 2019 take over, we are thinking about New Years Resolutions. I know you are thinking 'Oh no, not another New Year,...Read More
Registering as an Extra Has Never Been Easier
Posted by Amy on Monday 19th November 2018
Here at Uni-versal Extras, we recently added the functionality to allow extras to pay their listing fee online via our website, 24/7. We also...Read More
You Can Always Reach Uni-versal Extras
Posted by Amy on Monday 19th November 2018
We are always looking at ways to improve our service for the fantastic extras on our books. If you called our office recently, you will already...Read More
5 Frightful Films with Fearsome Extras
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 17th October 2018
Something wicked is on its way, yes it’s Halloween! Time to stay up late, lock the doors, hide under your duvet and let scary films chill...Read More
Film Extras Open Castings in Kingston & Watford
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 3rd October 2018
Uni-versalEXTRAS are holding open castings in Kingston and Watford for new members to register as film & TV extras this October. If you...Read More
Casting Call: TV Show in North Wales
Posted by William on Wednesday 22nd August 2018
We are soon casting a TV show in North Wales, specifically Bangor and the surrounding areas. Now is your chance to get involved as a TV extra! TV...Read More
Filming Issues, Booking Problems & Cancellations
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 15th August 2018
As the famous Scottish poet, Robert Burns once said - "the best-laid plans of mice and men often go astray". We understand that no matter...Read More
Why Apply for a Basic Disclosure Certificate?
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 1st August 2018
They say never to work with children or animals, but where would the fun be in that? Some of the UK's biggest TV production companies require...Read More
School's Out for Summer - Student Profile Expiry
Posted by William on Thursday 5th July 2018
It's that time of year when university term times are coming to an end, which also means that many students will be expiring with Uni-versalEXTRAS....Read More
Film Extras Open Castings in Oxford & Birmingham
Posted by William on Friday 1st June 2018
Uni-versalEXTRAS are holding open castings in Birmingham and Oxford for new members to register as film & TV extras in June. If you want...Read More
Are You Ready For Activation?
Posted by Amy on Thursday 26th April 2018
When registering as a non-student film and TV extra with Uni-versalEXTRAS, you will need to complete our simple step-by-step application process....Read More
Extra Work: A Student Perspective
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 24th April 2018
Did you know that Uni-versal Extras was started by a student for students? The company was founded to offer students rewarding and well-paid...Read More
Explained: What to Wear for Your Main Photos
Posted by William on Wednesday 28th March 2018
As we state in our Welcome Pack, your photos are the single most important factor when it comes to securing work as an extra. This guide provides...Read More
Film Open Castings in Scotland
Posted by William on Wednesday 28th March 2018
Uni-versalEXTRAS are holding open castings in Edinburgh and Glasgow for new members to register as film & TV extras in Scotland. Open...Read More
Film Open Castings in Cardiff & Bristol
Posted by William on Wednesday 7th March 2018
Uni-versalEXTRAS are holding open castings in Cardiff and Bristol for new members to register as film & TV extras in South Wales and South...Read More
Explained: Booking Confirmation via Text
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 7th February 2018
We are making some changes to simplify our booking process for extras and supporting artists. If you have recently been booked, you may have...Read More
Hiring Now: Senior Casting Agent
Posted by William on Friday 2nd February 2018
Due to extensive growth, Uni-versalEXTRAS are seeking multiple experienced Casting Agents to join our busy team based at Pinewood Film Studios....Read More
Film Open Castings in Manchester & Leeds
Posted by William on Wednesday 17th January 2018
Uni-versalEXTRAS are holding open castings in Manchester and Leeds for new members to register as Film & TV Extras in Yorkshire and North...Read More
5 Festive Films with Fabulous Extras
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 12th December 2017
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, it’s time to flick on the fairy lights, curl up on the sofa with a warm blanket and bowl of popcorn...Read More
A Film Extra's Tale of Friendship
Posted by Catherine Scovell on Friday 24th November 2017
A member of Uni-versalEXTRAS discusses how she and the other supporting artists cast as the Verdi Ladies in Florence Foster Jenkins, became...Read More
Help Me! Are You Stuck On Our Website?
Posted by William on Thursday 28th September 2017
‘Whoops! You may have had some photos removed or rejected’ – does that sound familiar? Or perhaps you are being directed somewhere by...Read More
Explained: Applying via the Job Board
Posted by William on Wednesday 30th August 2017
Fully activated members of Uni-versalEXTRAS can apply for roles via our Job Board, which is updated daily with fresh opportunities for extras...Read More
Help with Body Measurements
Posted by William on Thursday 27th July 2017
It might sound simple but body measurements are one of the most common things that people get wrong when registering with us for film &...Read More
My Weekly Magazine: Interview with a Film Extra
Posted by William on Friday 23rd June 2017
Popular magazine My Weekly interviewed Mangala Harris about what it's like to be a supporting artiste and a member of Uni-versalEXTRAS. We've...Read More
War Machine: An Extra’s Perspective
Posted by Catherine Taylor on Thursday 8th June 2017
A fascinating firsthand account of working as an extra for Netflix's War Machine feature film starring Brad Pitt and Tilda Swinton. Catherine...Read More
Proving Your Right to Work in the UK and/or Ireland
Posted by William on Thursday 11th May 2017
This article provides lots of useful tips and advice about the documents required to prove your right to work in the UK and/or Ireland for film...Read More
Our New Pay Slips Make Everything Clearer
Posted by William on Wednesday 26th April 2017
Following feedback from members, many of you will have already noticed that over the last few months we successfully trialled and introduced...Read More
Feature Film Open Casting in Devon - Film Extras Wanted!
Posted by William on Monday 20th March 2017
Film extras wanted across Devon for a major feature film called The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, directed by Mike Newell (Harry...Read More
Updates to the FAA Pay Scheme for Film Extras
Posted by William on Monday 27th February 2017
We’ve got some fantastic news! BECTU have announced new rates for the Film Artistes Association (FAA) union pay scheme. This means that you’ll...Read More
Top Tips for Working in the Film & TV Industries
Posted by William on Friday 24th February 2017
We would like to take a moment to clarify some key rules about working as an extra that could prevent you from facing a range of consequences...Read More
Awarded Best UK Film & TV Extras Casting Agency
Posted by William on Friday 13th January 2017
TMT News magazine has announced the winners of the 2016 Entertainment Awards. Uni-versalEXTRAS are proud to have been named amongst a select...Read More
Photo Types & How We Use Them to Cast You
Posted by William on Monday 28th November 2016
Full members of Uni-versalEXTRAS can not only upload 10 photos to their profile, but also have the option to upload advanced photo types. These...Read More
Casting TV Extras in Bristol & Cardiff
Posted by William on Friday 21st October 2016
We are currently casting extras, walk-ons and supporting artists in Cardiff, Bristol and the surrounding areas. If you live near Cardiff or...Read More