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
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The Clothes Make The Production
Posted by Amy on Tuesday 26th March 2019
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 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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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