June is of course a celebration of Pride and here at Uni-versal, we felt it was only right to mark the occasion with another countdown of some...Read More
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Celebrating Pride Month
Posted by Rebecca on Friday 11th June 2021
Non-Student Memberships Extended by 9 Months!
Posted by William on Monday 29th June 2020
We’re happy to report that a few small productions are starting back up in accordance with government issued Covid-19 protocols and regulations. To...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
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
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
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
Discount For British Forces Personnel
Posted by William on Wednesday 28th September 2016
We've just added a discount for our heroes in the British Forces, which means that those who qualify can get even better value when registering...Read More
Photo Advice: The Perfect Background
Posted by William on Wednesday 31st August 2016
Having trouble getting your Uni-versalEXTRAS profile photos accepted? This post will talk you through some of the basics and common issues relating...Read More
Important Updates to My Documents
Posted by William on Monday 30th May 2016
We have made some essential updates to the My Documents area of your profile to make managing your documents more simple. In this EXTRAS Blog...Read More
Have Your Say: Your EXTRAS Profile
Posted by William on Tuesday 11th November 2014
Have you ever wanted to add something to your EXTRAS profile - maybe a skill or wardrobe item you own - but not been able to find the option...Read More
Explained: New 'My Documents' Features
Posted by William on Tuesday 2nd September 2014
Have you visited the My Documents page on your EXTRAS profile yet? There are several reasons why you're going to need to, and this article explains...Read More
No Filming! No Photography!
Posted by William on Tuesday 26th August 2014
A reminder about photography and filming on set... Getting 'Snap Happy' On Set is Strictly Prohibited Unauthorised photography or filming...Read More
Welcome to the EXTRAS Blog!
Posted by William on Wednesday 11th June 2014
...the home of Film and TV industry news, gossip, EXTRAS tips, new releases, urgent castings and more! A Blogging Paradise We've been working...Read More
Explained: New Dashboard & Diary
Posted by William on Wednesday 11th June 2014
We've just released the new EXTRAS Dashboard and My Diary features to your profile - here is some guidance on what you can expect from these...Read More