Important – Rename Files

Renaming files on a smartphone is done via the Files or My Files app (Android) or Files app (iOS). Simply open the app, locate the file, long-press it, tap the menu (three dots or “Rename”), and enter the new name. On most systems, it is crucial not to change the file extension (e.g., .jpg, .pdf) to keep it usable. YouTube +3…

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Help! I’ve been asked to Self-tape

When a Casting Director requests a self tape from you, please follow these Guidelines… You need to follow the Casting Director’s instructions for them to accept the tape, and follow our guidelines in putting it together! So read our FAQ BEFORE you start. They tell you what’s expected and where to send media files.  IMPORTANT self-taping FAQs… https://tvtwins.uk/self-taping-instructions/ Note the deadline but please…

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Registering Family Members

We’re happy to include other siblings/partner if they’re interested, as many jobs are looking for real family/relationship combinations! If you have any other performing family members, please have them register as a ‘Singleton’. If either or both parents want to be involved in future castings, register as a ‘Singleton’, or ‘Couple’ for both. Two siblings can register as a ‘Couple’ too so they’re not left out! Once registered we will…

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Auditions over Zoom

Since Covid, many auditions are now carried out over Zoom – and I think they’re here to stay! So we have researched a couple of helpful articles to help you make the best impression out of this kind of meeting. As well as reading the below links and watching the video… Instruction for Actor(s) auditioning Please read the following…

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Rates of Pay

Please find attached the latest Equity Supporting Artist Rate Card which stipulates all the minimum rates across BBC, ITV, TAC, as well as the updated minimum rates for PACT TV, SVoD Originals & feature film. This document will also be available on the Equity website. Also attached is the BBC Rate Card for Supporting Artists, Walk-Ons, Featured and Child…

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Spotlight – subscription service

Spotlight is the home of casting. Spotlight connects performers with roles in theatre, television and film productions around the world. Casting professionals choose Spotlight to cast their projects because performers on Spotlight are recognised as the industry’s best. Actors pay an annual subscription. Once registered, TV Twins can submit you directly from the Spotlight board. IF YOU’RE OVER 18 You may be eligible to join…

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Casting Callback – free service

Casting Callback is a new UK casting platform that works similar to Spotlight, but is free. In the first 12 months they’ve added 15k actors, 500 casting directors have posted over 5k roles and have 200 agents sign up. In brief, if you join the platform under our agency, we can submit you to any castings you fit the…

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Chaperones – explained

A chaperone is a person, licensed under a local authority, who accompanies and looks after another person or group of people. All children under 16 need to be chaperoned by law. If the child will not be with their parent, school teacher or home tutor, they must be supervised by a chaperone approved by the council. Sometimes parents can act as chaperone…

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