How can we help?

How much will I earn per day?

Average daily earning can be between £90-£250. See pay rates.

What commission do you take?

At the Casting Collective our commission is 20% (plus VAT) on all work within a 12-month registration. This is the only cost for Artistes with Casting Collective. If you don’t secure any work, there is no commission or fee to pay.

Learn more about how the New Payment Terms & Conditions may affect you

How will I be paid?

Payment is made by BACS approximately 6 weeks from the day that you worked, but can sometimes take up to 3 months.

Are there any other fees?

No. The only cost is 20% commission (plus VAT) deducted from all work

What happens with tax?

Our Supporting Artistes are self-employed and responsible for income tax and annual tax returns. We will need to check an official document showing your NI number when you apply. See more about deductions.

Should I apply for an Urgent Casting if I am already registered as a Supporting Artiste?

All registered Supporting Artistes are automatically considered for urgent castings so you don’t need to re-apply

What questions will I be asked during registration?

You can get an idea of what we will ask you during the application process here

What happens if I'm not registered as a Supporting Artiste but apply for an Urgent Casting?

Upon applying for the specific casting, you’ll be suggested for it. Additionally, you’ll automatically be registered with Casting Collective for 12 months and suggested for any other suitable castings during that period.

How long will my application take to be approved?

Usually, your application will be approved within 24 hours but if you apply over a weekend it can take longer so allow 48 hours. You will receive an email to confirm your approval status.

After approval, how long will my registration last?

Once your application is approved, you’ll be registered for 12 months from the approval date.

I can't log back in to finish my application?

Use your surname, NI number and email to log back in. If you have more than one email address make sure you are using the one that you used when starting this application otherwise it won’t recognise you.

What form of ID do I need to provide?

You need a passport to register with the Casting Collective for background work. Sections 15 to 26 of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality 2006, requires that we check documents to prove you have the right to work in the UK. If you are a Non-EU citizen we also have to check that you have the correct work permit and we will ask you to upload a colour photo of this during the application process. If you are an EU passport holder we will also need you to apply for a UK Home Office right to work share code and give us this share code so we are able to check your right to work in the UK. Read more about UK, EU and Non-EU right to work checks here.

All these uploaded documents are kept securely and only viewable by the team in the office or if a production asks to see them.

How do I upload my passport ID?

When you fill in your online application we will ask you for your passport number and expiry date during the application. You don’t need to upload your passport during the application process but once approved we will ask you to upload a colour copy of the photo ID page of your passport. To do this you will need your National Insurance number and Date of Birth handy. Upload Passport.

What if I do not have a passport?

If you do not have a passport and you are a UK citizen, we can accept a copy of your full birth certificate. If you are not a UK citizen we are unable to register you without passport ID. Read more about what to do if you have not got a passport.

What is a Basic Disclosure certificate (DBS) and why should I have one ?

A basic disclosure certificate contains impartial and confidential criminal history information held by the police. It is used to make safer recruitment decisions. Although not compulsory we advise all artistes get a DBS certificate. Without one, you will not be offered work on certain productions. Since 2016, PACT (Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television) have required all artistes working on productions commissioned by the BBC, Channel 4, Channel 5, ITV and Sky to have a DBS which shows that the artiste has no unspent convictions for sex offences.

What photos do we require

During your application, we will ask you to upload four different recent colour photos.

• * Headshot – Head and shoulders face on to camera.
• * Full length photo – Head to knees, facing on to camera.
• * Smart Photo – Smart Business or evening wear.
• * Optional – Can be any other photo of your choice.

Photos don’t need to be professional, just in colour, recent and with a good likeness. No sunglasses or hats or filters, please. Find out more about Photos here:

Additional Photos

Any other photos that you think might help you get more work can be uploaded here:

Why should I log into the Artiste Organiser?

As a Supporting Artiste with Casting Collective, your Organiser is your go-to place to:

• Update your personal info
• Upload a new photo
• View your bookings
• Register your interest in any urgent castings.
• Indicate when you’re not available
• Amend your payment details
• View your remittances and P60

How do I find my earnings?

You can easily access a full list of all your earnings in your Artiste Organiser. More info on earnings.

How to get more work

Make sure your photos are up to date and match what’s being asked for. They need to be in colour with no filters. You can change your photos at any time and as often as you like, it really helps to change them now and again.

Check your measurements regularly with a tape measure in feet and inches. Getting even one measurement wrong could drastically cut your work offers.

Regularly check through all your details and update any skills, experience or wardrobe. If you don’t tell us we won’t know about it.

Make sure we have an up to date passport photo ID and if you have one a copy of your DBS certificate (Basic disclosure certificate.) You can upload either by clicking here:

Other things you can do:

Keep us informed. If you change your email or mobile, make sure we know. If your appearance changes a lot, upload a new photo. Use your online organiser to book out dates you are not free and keep your details updated.

A simple thing. Be contactable. You need an email address and you need a mobile.

Be fast. Your mobile needs to be near you and switched on at all times. Often jobs are booked very quickly. An hour later somebody else may have beaten you to the job.

Say yes. People that say yes to every job, quickly get a reputation in the office as being reliable.

The most important thing

The most important one of all but often overlooked. Be nice. Not just to agency staff, but to crew and other artistes. This business is all about reputation. Don’t let us down. Which means if you are booked for a job, ensure you keep that commitment and don’t pull out.
You will then get a reputation as a reliable artiste and will be more likely to be booked more often.

I have been booked for job and I have a question about the filming day, who do I ask?

If you have a specific question about a booking, please contact your booker, you will find the booker’s name on the original email or text message you received from them. Booker contact details can be found here

If you are not sure who to contact directly send an email to [email protected]

Technical questions or any other question not related to a booking:

email [email protected]

What do I do in an emergency and I can’t make it?

If you have been booked for a job and you are unable to attend a filming day, it is very important that we know this information as soon as possible so that your booker can find a replacement for you. This must be done by phone. More info.

I have a question

Check our Artiste FAQ’s knowledgebase which has many questions and answers.

If you can’t find the answer you need you can send us an email:

Technical questions or anything to do with our registration process:

email [email protected]

For any payment enquiry:

Fill in our online payment form here: https://castingcollective.co.uk/pay

If your question is about a current booking:

Contact the person who booked you or email [email protected]