Welcome to OnCue Talent

OnCue Talent is one of Australia’s leading Talent & Extras Agencies, connecting everyday Australians and professional performers with the biggest productions in film, television and advertising.

With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, and active casting across Adelaide, Perth, the Northern Territory and Tasmania, OnCue Talent represents talent nationwide — giving our performers access to more opportunities, more productions and more screen time.

Trusted by Major Productions

We work directly with Casting Directors and Production Houses to supply talent for:

• Major feature films

• Popular TV series

• Big-brand TV commercials

• Print, billboard and digital campaigns

From blockbuster productions to global advertising campaigns, OnCue Talent is trusted to deliver the right faces, looks and performers — fast, professionally and at scale.

A Diverse Roster for Every Production

We proudly represent:
Actors, Models, Background Extras, Stand-ins, Body Doubles, Presenters,
Dancers, Singers, Musicians, Performers and everyday people of all ages,
shapes and backgrounds.

Whether a production needs one lead performer or hundreds of background extras, we have the talent ready to go.

Why OnCue Talent Gets You Booked

Because we work directly on set with Casting Directors and Production teams, we know exactly what productions need — and we submit our talent accordingly.

This direct industry access means:
✔ Faster submissions
✔ More accurate casting
✔ More bookings for our talent

At OnCue Talent, we don’t just list you — we actively get you in front of the people who hire.

What Talent does OnCue Talent Represent

 

 OnCue Talent is a leading Australian Talent & Extras Agency representing Actors, Background Extras, Models, Cast Stand-Ins and Body Doubles for film, television, advertising and digital media productions.

Our roster includes everyday people, trained performers and industry professionals of all ages, looks and backgrounds — ensuring we can meet the demands of everything from blockbuster productions to high-end advertising shoots.

OnCue Talent is committed to creating real opportunities for our talent, providing professional representation, industry-standard casting profiles and direct access to the productions that hire.

 

 

Background Extras is a really important part of any Feature Film, TV Series or TV Commercial. This is when a scene really comes to life and look more realistic. As you could imagine a scene in an airport or at a football game. It would not look realistic without all the extras in the Background.

Different productions require different looks, sizes and ethnicities. For example, when casting for Wentworth TV Series we needed ladies who could look rough that could pass as a Female Prisoner. In the picture above you can see some of the background extras for Picnic at Hanging Rock, where female extras needed to have natural coloured hair and gentleman needed slightly longer hair with no modern haircuts.

Sometimes we are requested a natural look, or a bikie or punk look. It could be a scene that requires Kids, Mums, Dads, Aunts, Uncles and Grandparents. There are roles that come through for all different ages, sizes and looks.

ALL AGES – From Newborns to up to 100 years of age.

ALL SHAPES AND SIZES – From Skinny Minnies to Lumps, Bumps, Warts & All

ALL ETHNICITIES – From Caucasians, African American, Asian, Middle Eastern, Maori, Indigenous and more

NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED to become involved, so if you’ve ever dreamed of being a part of this exciting industry, here’s your chance.

Simply book in for a FREE Information Session to learn more about the Industry, the do’s and don’t, how the casting process works and how to get started.

HOW MUCH CAN I EARN?

Payment varies dependent on the assignment and on your role:

MEDIA ENTERTAINMENT AND ARTS (MEAA) Equity Minimums 2019

TV COMMERCIALS

Extra Rates start at $42.90 per hour, minimum 6 hour call.

Featured Extras rates are approx 40% more Loadings can add an additional 25 – 50% more.

Featured, Bit-part, Supporting and Hero roles depend on the Usage Fees.

This can be anywhere from $1,500 to up to $110,000

Rates for TV Commercials are always listed on the availability checks and booking emails.

All Oncue Extra, Featured and Bit-Part Roles have expected Overtime, with a total of up to 14 hours on set, unless stated otherwise.

Please ensure that when you accept a booking to allow for the entire day and evening with no restrictions

FEATURE FILMS

WEEKLY
Performer Class 2  – $1,176.44
Performer Class 1  – $1,086.51
Weekly Double/ Stand-in  – $946.88

DAILY
Performer Class 2  – $329.41
Performer Class 1  – $304.21
Double/ Stand-in  – $215.88
Extra  – $225.82

HOURLY
Bit player (2 lines)  – $45.62
Extra                             – $38.50 min 4 hours

All Full Time Extras, Stand In, Body Double, Picture Doubles are usually on a 50 hour week unless stated otherwise.

All roles have expected Overtime, with a total of up to 14 hours on set, unless stated otherwise. Please ensure that when you accept a booking to allow for the entire day and evening with no restrictions

TV SERIES

WEEKLY
Performer Class 2 –  $1,112.10
Performer Class 1  – $1,027.08 
Weekly Bit Player  – $999.87
Weekly Double       – $946.88 

DAILY
Performer Class 2  – $266.91 
Performer Class 1  – $246.50
Bit Player (6 lines)  – $263.30
Double                        – $225.81
Extra/Standin          – $225.82

HOURLY (min 4 hour call)
Bit Player                  – $33.85
Double                       – $33.85
Extra / Standin      – $33.85 min 4 hours

All Oncue Extra, Featured and Bit-Part Roles have expected Overtime, with a total of up to 14 hours on set, unless stated otherwise

Please ensure that when you accept a booking to allow for the entire day and evening with no restrictions

ADDITIONAL

TV & Film Standard Wardrobe Fittings are $109.99, or $75 per hour
(You get paid to play dress up!)

Overtime, Cancellation Fees and Reschedule Allowances are also paid Holiday Pay is also paid out on all Feature Films and TV

Residuals are also paid if a production is successful and shown overseas or ends up reaching a certain box office target.

TV Commercials are paid at a higher rate depending on usage rights and length of contract

• Featured Extras rates are approx 40% more
• Loadings can add an additional 25 – 50% more. For example, the Actors Feature Film Agreement shows a 25% loading for International rights.
• TV & Film Wardrobe Fittings are $109.99. (You get paid to play dress up!)
• Overtime, Cancellation Fees and Reschedule Allowances are also paid
• Holiday Pay is also paid out on all Feature Films and TV
• Residuals are also paid if a production is successful and shown overseas or ends up reaching a certain box office target.
• TV Commercial rates range from $200 to $80,000 dependent on the role and the usage
• Still photography rates range from $200 to $30,000 for the day, dependent on role and usage.

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