Production guide
How to book UK supporting artists
How productions book UK supporting artists and background artistes through The Casting Portal, including confirmation, contracts, and the 13% + VAT agency commission.
Search the published roster
Open Search Talent and filter by location and classification. Supporting artists and background artistes on a published profile can be shortlisted, checked for availability, messaged, and booked via the agency. The conversation stays on The Casting Portal.
Confirm the rate before the call
Scripted film and television background work on a Pact schedule uses the 2026 rate cards. The Pact / FAA basic daily rate is £111.21 plus £13.42 holiday pay. The Pact / Equity basic fee for 10 hours, from 1 April to 31 December 2026, is £128.20 including £13.81 holiday pay. Confirm which agreement the production is on before you issue the call.
Booking confirmation and the agency commission
Book via Agency starts the engagement. It is confirmed after the artist reviews the contract on their Bookings tab and chooses Agree & Sign. The Casting Portal charges 13% + VAT on talent earnings processed through the agency.