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How do I apply to be an extra?

Application to work as a film extra in Malta is easy and free. Only apply if you are; reliable, enthusiastic, great at time keeping, flexible, polite, able to work very early, always professional, have good availability, Maltese ID card or tax registration number, mobile phone/number.

If you have these qualities and would like to be considered for work in Film, TV, commercials or theatre, complete the form here. Your form will be logged into our system. Actors please register yourselves through the same application form and follow up with an email to include your resume and showreel.

By making this application with Brenda Camilleri Casting you are agreeing to our terms of engagement and GDPR Code of Conduct - you can read more about these here. We also highly recommend you read through all the frequently asked questions prior filling our application form to ensure that it is done properly and that you don’t have to go through the process more than once. We look forward to working with you.

How do payments work?

On most productions you will be given a release form which also has your payment information, at the beginning of each filming day. It is your responsibility to keep hold of the copy of your release form which you must keep as proof that you worked that day. The production company may refuse to pay your fees if it does not receive a signed release form from you. 

As of September 2020, most payments will be made by direct bank transfer due to the new charges banks have implemented to cash cheques.

It is therefore vital that you give us your correct IBAN number and bank details. It is also important to give us your correct postal address so that you can receive by post your payslip and FS3. All changes of addresses must be communicated to us in writing by email before the production is finished. Incorrect details may result in your payments being delayed or paid to someone else.

Payments take approximately 30 days from the last day of filming to be processed by the relevant departments.

When do I receive payment for my work?

All companies work differently however it is standard practice that production will issue payment within 30 days of the last production shoot day, but sometimes this can take longer in the event of a big production company, where possibly thousands of other background artistes would be receiving payment after the shoot. In any case, you can always send an email if you are experiencing any difficulty with payment.

How will I know what to do on the film set?

Before every filming day, the casting team will make sure that each background artiste and cast member has all the information they need about the shoot - depending on the size of the production. On the filming location, most of the time, the team of Crowd Marshalls will be there to guide you and help you every step of the way!

What about food and refreshments?

Not all productions are the same, some offer food and refreshments and some do not. The casting team will inform you upon booking if you need to bring any food with you. When catering is provided then of course there is no need to bring food along (unless you have a particular dietary requirement). As the film crew always eats first, please wait patiently until you are told to go for your meal.

Can you tell me what some of the terminology used on set means?

Immediately before and after actual filming you will hear the following instructions spoken by the assistant directors:

  • “Standby” – Take your position allocated by the Assistant Director and keep very still and quiet.

  • “Turn Over “ or “Rolling” – The camera begins filming.

  • “Action” or “Background Action” – Your cue to start your action

  • “Cut” – Action ends. It is likely that a sequence of filming will be repeated several times, therefore, following the word CUT you should remain silent and await further instructions.

  • “Reset”, “First Positions” or “Number Ones” – Resume your original start position ready for another take.

What information do I need to give?

When you fill out our talent application form, you will see that we require basic details such as your name, ID number and age, contact details such as your mobile/home number, email address and home address, physical stats such as measurements, details on your appearance and any skills you have, and finally your photos, in order to have them uploaded to your profile. The more information you can give us, the better, as some jobs will have specific requirements. If you can provide as much information as possible, then you will have a higher chance of qualifying for the role.