🖤 Tattooed Talent – New Talent Onboarding Guide

Where Ink Meets Opportunity

Tattooed Talent exists to showcase the power, presence, and individuality of tattooed performers in film and television. This guide prepares you for success on set, helps you earn the highest wages available, and ensures you represent the brand with professionalism and pride.

1. Welcome to Tattooed Talent

You’re joining Vancouver’s first agency dedicated to tattooed extras and featured background performers. Productions come to us because we deliver talent who are:

Your tattoos are an asset—but your attitude, consistency, and work ethic are what get you rebooked.

2. What You Need Before Your First Booking

To work as an extra, you must have:

✔️ Government-issued ID

For payroll and security clearance.

✔️ Reliable transportation

Many sets are outside the city or require early/late travel.

✔️ A phone that stays ON

Casting moves fast. If you respond quickly, you get booked.

✔️ Clear tattoo photos

You need:

✔️ A basic wardrobe kit

Productions often ask you to bring your own clothing. You should have:

The more wardrobe you have, the more roles you qualify for.

3. Set Etiquette & Professionalism

Your reputation is everything. Here’s how to stand out in the best way:

🔹 Arrive early

15 minutes early is on time.

🔹 Follow direction immediately

ADs love extras who don’t need things repeated.

🔹 Stay positive

Long days are normal. Good energy gets you upgraded.

🔹 No photos on set

Confidentiality is non-negotiable.

🔹 Respect wardrobe, makeup, and crew

They can request you again—or never again.

4. How to Earn the Highest Wages

These are the habits of top-earning extras:

💰 1. Be available for long days

Overtime = money.

💰 2. Say yes to featured background

Featured roles pay more and get you noticed.

💰 3. Bring specialty wardrobe

Business suits, uniforms, and unique looks often come with pay bumps.

💰 4. Document your tattoos

Tattooed roles are harder to cast—meaning higher pay.

💰 5. Respond fast to casting calls

Speed = bookings.

💰 6. Be open to night shoots and weather

These often include environmental pay bumps.

💰 7. Have special skills

Driving, dancing, bartending, motorcycle riding, sports—these can all pay more.

💰 8. Build a reputation

The highest-paid extras are the ones casting trusts.

5. Your 21-Question Talent Interview

Every new talent completes a 21‑question interview to help us understand:

This interview helps us match you with the right productions and showcase your individuality.

6. How Bookings Work

Step 1 — You receive a casting call

We’ll send you the role, date, rate, and requirements.

Step 2 — You confirm availability

Respond quickly. First replies often get the job.

Step 3 — You submit photos

Sometimes productions need updated looks.

Step 4 — You get the details

Call time, location, wardrobe, and instructions.

Step 5 — You show up and shine

Professionalism = rebooking.

7. Your Commitment as Tattooed Talent

By joining the roster, you agree to:

8. Our Commitment to You

Tattooed Talent will:

9. Next Steps

To complete onboarding:

Once you’re in, you’ll start receiving casting opportunities.