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Activated Vs Un-Activated Artiste Profiles :: Uni-versal Extras
06 Oct 2022

Did You Know About These 3 App Features?

There's lots of great features within the UVE app - here are 3 that we've added to make managing your life as an Extra as easy…
What is "Playing Age"? | Uni-versal Extras Blog
29 Sep 2022

What is Playing Age? | Playing Age Vs Real Age

Ever come up against the expression 'Playing Age'? UVE have got the need-to-know info so you can approach castings with confidence...
Understanding Your Profile Measurements :: Uni-versal Extras Blog
22 Sep 2022

Understanding Your Profile Measurements

Costume measurements are often required for work in Film and TV - so we're here to show you exactly how to capture them correctly!
How to Build an Impressive Profile | Part Two - Personal Details
08 Sep 2022

How to Build an Impressive Profile – Part Two | Personal Details

How do you build the best possible Extra profile? Here's part 2 on how to complete your profile's Personal Details section for maximum impact!
How To Find Every Major UK Film Studio :: Uni-versal Extras Blog
25 Aug 2022

How to Reach Every Major Film Studio in the UK [Interactive Map!]

Working in TV & Film involves lots of travel, so it's a good start to know where you're going! Here's the lowdown on every major UK…
The Comprehensive Extra's A-Z | Film Glossary :: Uni-versal Extras
11 Aug 2022

The Comprehensive Extra’s A-Z

New to Extra-dom? We’ve compiled ALL of the film terminology you'll need to help you behave just like a seasoned pro on any film set!
Building A Successful Profile | Part One :: Uni-versal Extras Blog
04 Aug 2022

How To Build an Impressive Profile – Part One | Contact Details

Curious how to create & maintain the best possible Extra profile to land fantastic role after fantastic role? Here's part one on how...
What Is a Survey? :: Uni-versal Extras
21 Jul 2022

What Is a ‘Survey’?

When working with UVE in the exciting world of TV and Film, you will be presented with something called a ‘Survey’. Here's everything you'll need to…
Can You Guess The TV or Film Using Just Emojis? :: Uni-versal Extras blog
14 Jul 2022

Can You Guess The TV & Films Using These Emojis?

We're celebrating World Emoji day by playing a little game! Can you guess all 20 of these popular films and TV shows using emojis alone?
Do You Share A Birthday With an Influential Filmmaker :: Uni-versal Extras
23 Jun 2022

Do You Share a Birthday with Any of These Influential Filmmakers? 

Film fans! Ever wondered who you might unwittingly be sharing a birthday with? Well wonder no more; we’ve compiled a list of some of the most influential
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