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
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Film Extras Open Castings in Kingston & Watford
Posted by Amy on Wednesday 3rd October 2018
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 speak to our friendly Activation Team to complete...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 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
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
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
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
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