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Purple Giraffe Talent Agency

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 Purple Giraffe is a boutique talent agency for child actors, based in North West England. The quality of young performers on their books, and positive relationship with parents, earned this agency its place on our list of reputable UK Agencies for Child Actors. A Northern Agency For Child Actors  The Purple Giraffe Talent Agency opened its doors in 2016. Based in the Cheshire town of Congleton, in North West England, it’s close to the screen production centres in Manchester and Salford.  That said, their Spotlight registered young performers are well used to London castings too. As Purple Giraffe submits clients for acting work and is not an extras agency for children, every young person they represent must be ready to travel to wherever the casting or work is, at short notice. You must have the funds, organisational skills and household arrangements waiting and ready for a sudden phone call. Purple Giraffe describes itself as a boutique agency. That...

PD Management

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 PD Management is a London-based talent agency representing talented child actors and musical theatre performers, from 4 to 18 years old. Acceptance is via audition only. From there the youngsters are registered on Spotlight and submitted for work in  theatre, TV, film and commercial work. It’s a long standing and genuine talent agency for kids, earning its place on our list of 20 Reputable Agencies for UK Child Actors thanks to the ongoing success of clients and positive PD Management reviews from parents. PD Management’s Founder Jo Wellings PD Management’s founder, Jo Wellings, was a professional dancer. After training at the Central School of Ballet and Arts Educational London, she performed with several prestigious ballet companies including the English National Ballet, European Ballet, and the visiting Bolshoi Ballet. She founded the Pleasing Dance School of Ballet in 2001. The Royal Academy of Dance registered school operates several branches across ...

Setting up the best ring light for self tapes

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Setting up the best ring light position improves the quality of any self tape, brightening your eyes, hair and skin tones, and helping even the tiniest of facial expressions bring the character to life. It's also great for filming your first showreel with a well executed monologue. But it requires a few experiments in positioning the circular lamp to get the right balance between light and shade before you start recording your piece for casting directors. The Neewer 18” ring light for self tapes This video titled Neewer 18" LED Ring Light for Actor Self-Tape Auditions: Setup & Test is from YouTube channel Mighty Tripod Acting Studio. Setting up the self tape lights David set up an 18” ring light for self tapes, to be filmed with an iPhone X and camera app. One tripod holds both the Neewer ring light and the iPhone. Fluorescent lighting from above is not great lighting on its own for a self tape. You should aim for a little light into the eyes. That’s what a ring light doe...

What is a Gaffer in Film & TV Production?

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 A gaffer in film and television production is the chief electrician or chief lighting technician. With long experience in the field, they have a vast knowledge of the equipment, electricity, and rigging that is used in film production, including setup, power requirements, and costs. First, let’s start by seeing what happens when a movie has no gaffer. What Happens When A Movie Has No Gaffer? | Reverse Film School | Vanity Fair. Introduced by Andy Day, gaffer on feature films ‘The Greatest Showman’, ‘The Departed’, and ‘The Devil Wears Prada’. Now let's find out more about what gaffers do, who they work with, and how to become a gaffer in film. What is a gaffer in film? A gaffer in film and TV productions is in charge of planning, sourcing and overseeing the lighting equipment and lighting professionals needed to create the artistic vision agreed between the Director of Photography (or cinematographer) and the Director, all within strict deadlines and a set budget. What does a gaff...

Access Artiste Management Ltd

  Adult stage & screen performers and actor-musicians (no supporting artist/extras) Spotlight registered agency opened two decades ago “Small enough to know our talent personally, yet big enough to make things happen.” Located in Bloomsbury Way (WC1A 2SL) Represent Actors, Dancers, Singers, Actor-Musicians, Musical Directors, Choreographers, Directors, Composers, and Writers Low commission and no upfront fees Workshops and resources Will only consider your application if: You are a NEW graduate (or about to be) from a recognised Training School are in a performance soon;  you have appeared in a MAJOR National tour or West End production;  you have appeared in a MAJOR Television or Film production and submit link to footage;  you are an Actor-Musician and play at least two instruments to a professional standard.

Actors Alliance

Adult stage & screen performers (no supporting artist/extras) Actors’ co-operative agency Spotlight registered agency Located in Oval, Kennington Park (SW9 6DE) Established in 1976 Active Twitter feed @actorsalliance Well designed ‘Join us – how to apply’ page You must be a member of both Equity and Spotlight You must live in London so you can be an active part of the agency, including a full day of work in the office each week Submit recent publicity photos and details of an upcoming show

Actors’ Creative Team

Adult stage & screen performers (no supporting artist/extras) Actors’ co-operative agency Spotlight registered agency Located in Bloomsbury Street (WC1B 3QJ) Established in 2001 Active Twitter feed @ActorsCreativeT The Home Page announces when books are open and links to an information page for prospective applicants You must already have a Spotlight page Your look must not clash with existing agency members You’ll have to work in the office three days a month and attend regular meetings