FAQs

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• Help! I’ve been asked to Self-tape
  When a Casting Director requests a self tape from you,…
• Important – Rename Files
  Renaming files on a smartphone is done via the Files…
• Registering Family Members
  We’re happy to include other siblings/partner if they’re interested, as many jobs are looking…
• Covid Backup – explained
  A Covid backup will NOT be used unless the confirmed…
• Auditions over Zoom
  Since Covid, many auditions are now carried out over Zoom…
• Rates of Pay
  Please find attached the latest Equity Supporting Artist Rate Card…
• Performeo – free service
  Coming soon
• Casting Callback – free service
  Casting Callback is a new UK casting platform that works…
• Spotlight – subscription service
  Spotlight is the home of casting. Spotlight connects performers with roles…
• Chaperones – explained
  A chaperone is a person, licensed under a local authority,…
• Child Performance Licence – explained
  A child performance licence is required for all working children…
• Types of Allergies
  An allergy occurs when your body’s immune system sees a…
• Types of Diet
  We’re getting lots of briefs requesting talent eat certain types…
• Types of Multiples
  Identical twins are also known as monozygotic twins, and result from…
• Acting Terms
  Acting Dictionary – All Acting Terms For actors in the…
• Could I be a Hand Model?
  Whether you have done hand modelling before or not, we…
• Upload Passport
  All talent will need to provide a copy of their…
• Where to send Headshots
  Email clearly labelled pics to media@tvtwins.uk or upload photos to Dropbox….
• HOW TO Take a decent Headshot
  We don’t expect professional headshots from everyone, but we do expect you…
• What Headshots do I need?
  If you don’t have headshots, we won’t be able to submit you…
• What do Casting Directors see?
  Follow this link to See how your profile looks to…
• Disclaimer
  Please note that TV Twins is committed to equal opportunities for all…
• Email Alerts – Casting Calls
  Members must choose to receive castings calls. If you don’t…
• Why won’t you answer the Phone?
  In our opinion and experience, it takes twice as long…
• Is Work Guaranteed?
  Unfortunately no agency can guarantee you work. We represent those…
• How much does it Cost?
  Nothing! It is free to join TV Twins and use our services. We…
• ***How We Work***
  Once your profile is live, you need to know how…
• I’m a Singleton
  TV Twins can represent you as a Singleton if you’re…
• Self-taping Tips for Young Performers
  For parents/guardians of Young Performers who are feeling a bit…
• HOW TO Edit and Merge files
  Unless specifically requested, please submit only one video. If you have recorded…
• HOW TO Slate or Ident
  This is a very short intro to a Casting Director….
• HOW TO Record an Intro Video
  Good practice for self-taping is to record a very short introductory video…
• ***Self-Taping Instructions***
  If you’ve been asked to self-tape, we want to ensure you…

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