Extras Agencies

Kate1988 | 18/06/2006 - 15:05

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Does anyone know any decent extras agencies in Sydney?

Are there any I should definately stay clear of.

Thanks
Kate

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PG's Agency in Sydney

Author: JM (not verified)
Date: 19/06/2006 - 21:34

Hi,

PG's Agency in Sydney used to be quite good - haven't been with them for a few years though so don't know of their recent history. They were happy to give me an interview, all their info upfront and for me to go away and compare to other agency's (they even offered to give me a list of them). On thier books I got regular work with them - they did extras casting for movies (Danny Deckchair), commercials and TV (All Saints, Always Greener). Stay away for MCTV and Rosey's. (Both ask for an upfront fee and in 2 years MCTV did not send me on a single job).

Extras Agencies In Sydney

Author: Kate1988
Date: 22/06/2006 - 06:48

Thanks JM. Are you able to give me any info on where they are or a telephone number I can't seem to find them. Kate

Extras Agencies

Author: Kate1988
Date: 22/06/2006 - 06:55

Thanks again JM I have found some info on PG's and I will contact them soon. I will definatley stay clear of Roseys and MCTV.

Kate

Hi well im with roseys at

Author: Walter Plinge (not verified)
Date: 29/06/2006 - 15:12

Hi well im with roseys at the moment and what you said is true i'm in my second year with them and i haven't got any jobs with them at all.
Well if you could help i need an agency that i can go to that i know i will definetly get some sort of part on t.v.
I,ve been searching for ages and havent found anyone that can help me on getting my acting career started.

Hey

Author: Logos
Date: 29/06/2006 - 15:44

If you find an agency that will definitely

i have just got an

Author: SARAH (not verified)
Date: 20/07/2006 - 15:37

i have just got an interview time and date with pgs for a photo etc, they asked for an upfront fee... is this stansdard accross the board now.?

i heard that any respectable agency wont ask for one.

The legality

Author: Labrug
Date: 20/07/2006 - 15:51

While currently not illiegal in every state and country, it is illegal to ask for an upfront fee in many countries and in QLD. If you consult with you state based union, they will tell you that upfront fees should not be paid unless they can prove that they are for very specific purposes such as going on a registry or photos. However, these things are optional. You should not be forced to pay upfront fees to simply join an agency, nor should you have to use their photographer, do their courses, go on their web-site, etc. These things are all optional.

If they insist on an upfront fee, walk away.

Dixi

Jeff Watkins
Perth based Actor/Performer
Fight/Sword Choreographer

http://au.geocities.com/labrug

agency charging to join

Author: Helen Edwards (not verified)
Date: 06/08/2006 - 21:05

Hi Sarah,

Thats right! Generally, professional agencies, that have actors, who are actually getting paid work, on their books, don't charge for joining. We have a comprehensive guide being launched this month, that will inform you where all the auditions are on in australia, reputable agencies, photographers etc., how to promote your self and eventually a step by step guide on how to get into the industry. If you email me, I will advise you as soon as its launched at www.dare2audition.com, email me at auditions@dare2audition.com

Keep you dream alive!

Regards,

Helen
Byron Bay

Monthly 'up-to-date'

Author: Na
Date: 07/08/2006 - 06:24

Monthly 'up-to-date' auditions?

That's not very often... We have auditions postings every week!

The Prompt Copy
Networking emerging theatre professionals
www.thepromptcopy.com

Sticky Apple Legs
http://stickyapplelegs.artsblogs.com

new industry mag

Author: helen edwards (not verified)
Date: 07/08/2006 - 18:53

Just to let you know, our ezine "Dare2Audition" will be sent out monthly and members will have daily updates, sent directly to them.,as well as freebies to assist them to follow their dream.

Helen
Dare2Audition

All new improved!

Author: Grant Malcolm
Date: 07/08/2006 - 20:38

Eight years on, no shortage of competition.

Smiling

But does the industry need more ezines? More places to hunt for partial information? Another site claiming to offer all you need but delivering only a fraction of what is freely available?

Or does the industry need more co-operation between information providers? Open frameworks for the exchange, interchange and sharing of information? Opportunities for the industry to build its own resource through direct contribution and participation?

This site continues to evolve and grow. Continues to offer resources for sharing and syndication:

ICAL
webcal://www.theatre.asn.au/event/ical/flexinode-2/all

RSS
http://www.theatre.asn.au/node/feed

We're still free and still many, many times bigger and whole orders of magnitude more popular than any other australian theatre website:

http://www.theatre.asn.au/book_page/website_rankings

Want to check the ranking of another site? Simply enter the address here:

http://www.alexa.com/data/details/main?url=

Cheers
Grant

I agree - that's why I'm

Author: Na
Date: 08/08/2006 - 10:36

I agree - that's why I'm trying as much as possible to get other publications to share their info with me. And actually, you'd be surprised at how little people want to share; they see everyone else as competition.

The Prompt Copy
Networking emerging theatre professionals
www.thepromptcopy.com

Sticky Apple Legs
http://stickyapplelegs.artsblogs.com

Have you tried Talentbank.

Author: James77 (not verified)
Date: 06/08/2006 - 13:38

Have you tried Talentbank. They are meant to get most of the extras type work in film and TV?

NO NO NO NO NOT TALENTBANK

Author: Rae Johnston
Date: 06/08/2006 - 16:10

This comment removed 9/10/2007 at the request of
Ian Chandler

HiyaWhile we're at it, are

Author: caseyfaery (not verified)
Date: 20/06/2006 - 13:08

Hiya
While we're at it, are there any decent extras agencies in Perth? I've heard of both Frog and Actors Management - what are they like?
Thanks Smiling

Agencies in Perth

Author: Labrug
Date: 20/06/2006 - 13:32

Frog and Actors are both high profile agencies in Perth. Frog a big player in theatrical casting and both have strong reputations. I wouldn't consider them to be Extra Agencies as such, more Main Role agencies.

Krissy Westwood on the other hand is a possible alternative. I have a couple of friends signed up with them and they get regular extra or small commercial type work. I was with them for a little while before taking a break and I also got a few gigs with them. Their intial requirements (from Memory) aren't all that high either. Easy to join up.

Krissie Westwood
Modelling and
Casting Agency

Ph: 9344 4048
Email: krissiewestwood@upnaway.com
Contact: Bob or Krissie Westwood
http://www.krissiewestwood.com.au/

Dixi

Jeff Watkins
Perth based Actor/Performer
Fight/Sword Choreographer

http://au.geocities.com/labrug

Extras agencyi are fab 9267

Author: Ros Breden (not verified)
Date: 22/06/2006 - 12:14

Extras agency are fab 9267 2577

extra's agency

Author: Walter Plinge (not verified)
Date: 18/08/2006 - 14:15

Hi,
I was just wondering if this agency is as good as everyone is saying it is? Do you have to pay them anything and will I get any work out of them?

Visit MEAA website to get

Author: Rae Johnston
Date: 18/08/2006 - 16:03

Visit MEAA website to get the contact number from their list of registered agents and ring them. Ask them if they charge a fee. I do know that they supply extras to All Saints etc. and along with PG's are one of the more reputable extras agents in Sydney. Getting work well depend on you as well. If you have the right look, attitude and enthusiasm there should not be a problem. Keep yourself fresh in their minds by calling every now and again and doing a great job when you do get sent out. Good Luck Smiling
Rae Johnston
Actress/Voice Artist
www.raejohnston.com

Children's Entertainment

Author: Jennifer Roberts (not verified)
Date: 26/06/2006 - 19:29

[Content Removed at the request of Jennifer Roberts]

children's entertainment

Author: Elly Brus (not verified)
Date: 27/06/2006 - 18:39

I don't have my own car but I do have experience telling stories to kids, and work with them during the week. [Not childcare!]
Is this near the city?

Extras Agencies

Author: Kate1988
Date: 27/06/2006 - 07:29

Thanks for the information Jennifer, I will definately keep away from them. Kate

Vogue Entertainment

Author: Caseyfaery (not verified)
Date: 28/06/2006 - 10:55

Hi everyone,
Does anyone have any information about the Vogue Entertainment School? I'm considering sending my 13yr old daughter there for singing and acting lessons....or alternatively does anyone have any suggestions for other good music theatre schools in Perth that are reasonably priced.
Thanks Smiling

Confusticated....

Author: Novella Besso (not verified)
Date: 10/07/2006 - 13:32

I am looking at finding an extras agent because I want to get into acting but now I am confused! I have been searching searching searching for a reputable agent but all anyone ever has to say is bad things about all the agencies I've looked at.... So this is what I have heard from various sources: BAD - Rosey's, MCTV, Blackbox Management, MAMM. I have heard the following agencies are OK - Sinacori, PG's.
I am located in Sydney. If anyone knows anything about an excellent agency that is actually decent.. I'd love to know before I pay for their services. Thanks for the help guys!

Sinacori Agency

Author: Walter Plinge (not verified)
Date: 16/07/2006 - 21:00

Hi I applied to Sinacori Agency about 2 months ago, they are very serious about their work., They seem to want to want to help young actors and they have some great credentionals on their site www.sinacori.com.au, they also denied my application because I didn't call them back when they tried to get intouch with me, I didn't return their call so they sent me an email saying that "being contactable was the first thing that anyone should make available when looking for work or at least if Sinacori Agency leaves a message you should get back to us within a couple of hours, it is crucial to show the Professional Film and Television industry that you are realiable. I have not dared apply again just incase they remember my application.

Roseys

Author: babybluegirl1 (not verified)
Date: 11/07/2006 - 21:59

Roseys are an awful agency and you will get rippped off. Dont bother joining them!

HELP ANYONE!! can anyone

Author: md (not verified)
Date: 14/07/2006 - 01:18

HELP ANYONE!!
can anyone suggest any decent casting agencies in melbourne? anyone know anything about fontinis talent management or black box management???
any info would be greatly received!!

extras agencies - Melbourne

Author: Mez39
Date: 02/08/2006 - 10:10

Did MD recieve any useful advice with his/her query about agencies in Melbourne? I am a new mother with a 9 month old baby. I myself have a performance background (tho' in stage rather than film/tv) & wondered whether I might look at doing some "mother & child" extras work since we're just mucking around at home anyway! Can anyone suggest the better/busier extras agencies in Melbourne?

roseys

Author: Walter Plinge (not verified)
Date: 24/07/2006 - 12:43

I have been with Roseys for 7 years and have had constant work through their agency. Extras work is casual, I understand that and am very happy with the way I'm treated at Roseys. I think it's unfair that Rosey's are getting such harsh treatment on this forum; I have only ever found them to be very professional and friendly.

roseys model management

Author: malcom stein (not verified)
Date: 24/07/2006 - 12:48

Hi there, i agree Roseys are one of the best agencies, in Sydney, i was regigistered with three others in the past , and was treated very badly when i woukld call and ask for work, Roseys are the best , the staff there are so happy to see me when i visit, and there are always offering me work. somtimes i vcant do the jobs, because there are to many. they are really the best

MAMM International is one

Author: Walter Plinge (not verified)
Date: 25/07/2006 - 12:41

MAMM International is one of the best - ive been with them for a year and have earned heaps with them! go to mamm.com.au

In response to the last

Author: Rae Johnston
Date: 25/07/2006 - 12:48

In response to the last comments about both Roseys and MAMM - both of these companies charge you a fee to have you represent them. An reputable agent will not charge you ANYTHING to join them. It is ILLEGAL in the UK and in Queensland - and for good reason. If an agency is already making money out of you for nothing, why do they need to bother finding you work? The only money an agent should get out of you is a percentage. Check out the Blackbox thread if you need more info on agencies that charge fees and why it is wrong. It's all been posted before. (So have comments by agency employees posing as happy clients).
Rae Johnston
Actress/Voice Artist
www.freewebs.com/raejohnston/

does anyone know if 'actors

Author: Walter Plinge (not verified)
Date: 02/08/2006 - 18:34

does anyone know if 'actors now' in perth are good for both the talent and casting areas..... comments
thanks

Good casting agency

Author: Alice Caffamel (not verified)
Date: 03/08/2006 - 12:38

I was so close to forking out $450 and signing up with Rosey's before I saw this thread. Lucky I did Smiling
There are many bad comments made about bad casting agencies, but I was wondering if anyone knew any GOOD and reputable talent agencies around Sydney?
Thanks in advanced

TV Work

Author: Louise Muhling (not verified)
Date: 03/08/2006 - 12:46

Hey

Does anyone know if Krissie Westwood Modelling and Casting Agency (Perth) will be able to get me work. I will be happy to pay to pay for my photos if i will get work.

Refering

Author: Labrug
Date: 03/08/2006 - 13:41

Check out a previous posting of mine - I hear nothing but good things for Krissy.

My other posting is not a Porshe - http://www.theatre.asn.au/comment/reply/25198/24823

Dixi

Jeff Watkins
Perth based Actor/Performer
Fight/Sword Choreographer

http://au.geocities.com/labrug

With Westwoods they do get

Author: Walter Plinge (not verified)
Date: 07/08/2006 - 17:01

With Westwoods they do get the extra work but their
pay is terrbile. I am now with another agency and the
pay is three times the amount that Westwoods pay and
they take ages in paying you.

MCTV agency

Author: Anna Piggott (not verified)
Date: 08/08/2006 - 18:35

Hi! I recently signed up with MCTV agency in Sydney, and after reading all the comments on this, I'm wondering if I made a mistake, I paid $200 and wanted to know if it was worth it. Comments please! Thanks!xoxo

perth

Author: jana a (not verified)
Date: 10/08/2006 - 17:39

are there any good agencies in or around perth, if so which ones would be best to get an extras part?

Im with Chrissy Westwood.

Author: Daniel Kershaw
Date: 10/08/2006 - 18:13

Im with Chrissy Westwood. I've only been there for about a year, if that and I've got about half a dozen jobs in that time and one audition.

Krissy Indeed

Author: Labrug
Date: 11/08/2006 - 08:07

Have a look further down this page or click this link to an earlier posting for contact details on Krissy.

http://www.theatre.asn.au/comment/reply/25198/24823

Dan, I am surprised - Chrissy? You're with them mate. Eye-wink

Dixi

Jeff Watkins
Perth based Actor/Performer
Fight/Sword Choreographer

http://au.geocities.com/labrug

THANK YOU

Author: wonderful99
Date: 18/08/2006 - 03:49

Hi, I would like to thx everyone. Really, I got a interview on Roseys on yesterday and a lady asked me to pay the upfront fee, omg I just want thanks my account as I don't have enough money!!!After that I just want to search some info about Roseys and lucky I found these great and honest comments although I used 5 hours to search but for me I thought was valued becasue if I didn't saw these comments I will be go to Roseys on TMR. Hahahaha, its like a story but really happened in my life.

Thank you everyone and God!!!

By the way, I want study HIT HOP, I am a beginner. Does anyone know any decent studio in City area and how much for this course?

Thank you again^_^

18/08/2006 - 08:19 Labrug WRONG BUTTON

Agency

Author: Walter Plinge (not verified)
Date: 21/08/2006 - 10:16

I live in Perth and I'm deaf... I tried two agency but they rejected me because I'm Deaf! Do you know any agency??

Hello again... I just

Author: Vanessa Ravlich (not verified)
Date: 21/08/2006 - 10:19

Hello again...

I just wanted to said that the previous comment by "Walter Plinge" was made by me i dont know how they got that name :S lol

By the way Im 13

NEED HELP FROM MELBOURNE EXTRAS

Author: Carolyn Hopper (not verified)
Date: 24/08/2006 - 12:36

I'm studying documentary-making at a uni in Melbourne and I'm writing a doco script on TV and film extras. Is there anyone out there who lives in Melbourne, has worked as an extra and would be willing to chat about their experiences? If the doco gets made (which I'll know in the next few weeks), then I'd also ask that our crew film your responses, but at this stage, a phone or email chat would be great.

More info about Roseys please

Author: Hajnalka Barta (not verified)
Date: 25/08/2006 - 14:27

I just signed my 14 year old daughter up with Roseys agency in Sydney. Unfortunately I was late to find all these comments I would of think twice before paying to them any money. Yes they are friendly especially before getting your money. After you payed you are nearly tossed out the door, hardly have an opprtunity to ask questions. They dont even charge the same price. I met another mother who payed $250.00 for a year for her 15 year old daughter where I payed $350 for exactly the same thing. Can you get your money back?

Roseys management

Author: SuzL (not verified)
Date: 30/08/2006 - 15:15

Thank god I found this website before I signed anything with Roseys! I was a bit skeptical when they asked me to pay upfront for the photoshoots, and thank heavens I didn't have enough money for it. Now am going to cook up an exucse to reject their offer and cancel the next appointment. They wouldnt haress and hassle me would they???

STAY CLEAR OF THESE!...

Author: Diana De Paulo (not verified)
Date: 07/09/2006 - 12:31

Hi,

I'm from Sydney, & I think this is a GREAT site and thank you all for your valuable input. I agree Roseys is bad agency and only after people's money, so stay clear from them. Also, Ice Models is also bad. They pressure you into paying upfront fee. When I told them I needed to think about it, they said: "What's there to think about?" I felt that they treated me so awful that it wasn't worth giving them $250.

Another one to stay clear of is NK Models, based in the city(Central). They made me fork out $350. I've been with them for over a year & haven't got a single job. Sure the lady is nice to you & promises you work, but once she's got your money, she then tells you to get out the door because she's got other people to 'sign up'. I've been ringing her in relation to why I haven't got any work, & she uses the excuse that she's been busy & will call you back. Yeah right! Either that, or her receptionist takes a message for you, & promises the 'manager' will call you back, but she never does. Also, I noticed that she put my WORST photo up on her website, when I had much more appealing photos that could of been used...

Be aware. They are always in the Telegraph. Don't fall for them like I did... Hope this helps...

08/09/2006 - 08:45 Lauren Shell (not verified) melbourne

I wish I had discovered

Author: Katia
Date: 08/09/2006 - 17:00

I wish I had discovered this website before I joined Roseys!! after about six months I finally got one job. What a joke!

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