CastingCrowdWhat is CastingCrowd?
CastingCrowd connects verified background actors with casting teams for TV, film and commercials.
Creating a profile and applying is free — a small commission applies only when you book paid work, and identity verification has a small one-off fee.
Every profile is biometrically verified at signup. No fake faces, no stolen identities.
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Whether you're looking for background work or casting for your next production, Casting Crowd makes it professional, fast, and secure.
How to Join as Talent
Creating an actor profile is free and takes less than 5 minutes — no subscription, no upfront cost. Commission only applies on paid booked work, and student/no-budget productions are always 0%. Once verified, you'll be visible to background casting directors around the world.
Create Your Account
Sign up with your email and basic details. No agency representation required.
Build Your Profile
Add your headshots, measurements, and skills. Our AI guide will help you complete it 100%.
Get Verified & Booked
We verify your Right to Work. Once approved, you can receive direct booking requests.
Free to join — no subscription, no upfront cost. Commission only applies on paid booked work (0% on student/no-budget, 0% on indie under £1m, 5% on indie over £1m, and up to 20% combined on major studio work).
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Commission Structure
Commission Structure
Free to join · No subscription · Commission only on paid work
| Production Tier | Platform | Agency | Combined | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student / No-Budget | 0% | 0% | 0% | Always — both platform and agency take nothing |
| Indie / Micro-Budget | 0% | 0% | 0% | Production budget under £1m |
| Indie (≥ £1m budget) | 5% | 0% | 5% | Production budget £1m or over — agencies don't work indie |
| Major / Studio | 5–10% | 10–15% | Max 20% | Standard split 10% + 10%; combined never exceeds 20% |
Always — both platform and agency take nothing
Production budget under £1m
Production budget £1m or over — agencies don't work indie
Standard split 10% + 10%; combined never exceeds 20%
Verification Required
To ensure safety and professionalism, all talent must provide proof of ID and Right to Work in the UK.
Profile Essentials
Clear headshots, accurate measurements, and up-to-date availability are key to getting booked.
Instant Alerts
Enable notifications to never miss a rush casting call. The fastest response often gets the job.