Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a professional portfolio?
No, you don't require a portfolio to apply to an agency, family snapshots are fine. Beware of companies claiming to 'help' or 'prepare' you for joining an agency, they are unnecessary & often unscrupulous.
If your Child is accepted we will email over our photo guide to help you when taking your own photos or if you’d prefer we can arrange an affordable shoot with one of our recommended photographers.
Can I just turn up at your office to show you my portfolio?
We don’t accept walk in appointments at Pixie Models, you must apply via the online application form and we will contact you within 7 days to let you know if we would like to progress with your application.
Are we Sole or Non-sole?
We are a non-sole agent but do ask that we are listed as the main agent on spotlight.
What happens once my child is registered with the agency?
We will submit your child for all assignments your child meets the criteria for. As and when a client contacts us asking to meet your child for a casting or book them for a shoot, we will contact you by email or mobile phone.
Sometimes we might contact you in advance to check your availability or to confirm details about your child.
We will not contact you every time your child is submitted for work.
It is also important that parents continuously keep the agency updated with any changes in appearance of the child.
Will my child be guaranteed work?
Unfortunately not, it's down to the client on who they select, all we can do is showcase your child and their skills to give them the best opportunity.
Do you Take on Disabled Children?
Yes we do! We're really keen to get work for all kids. We are motivated to provide all children with equal opportunities and job successes. However, all the children on our books will need to be in good health in order to get a work license and permission to be out of school, as well as being happy and confident in front of a camera.
What happens at a casting?
You will be given the address and time to be at the casting. Once there, they will talk to you and maybe take a few snaps and ask you to pose, or say a few lines. The whole process is quite quick and you will not always be told straight away if you were successful.
Casting Tips
Plan your trip ahead of time, and check public transport on the day to ensure you can get to the casting on time. If your running late just give us a call
Clothing - simple with no bright colours, branding or patterns. Well-fitting, not baggy. Faces clean with hair washed and brushed.
Only one parent to go inside the venue. Don't take siblings or lots of baggage, as many of casting rooms are small.
You may have to wait, please be patient and perhaps bring along something to keep your child entertained
The actual castings are normally quick in and out events so the client may not have time to answer questions for you, if you have questions feel free to drop us an email.
Prepare if possible, research the brand or look at previous adverts and understand the brief.
Although castings can be a fun day out, our client is still looking to find a child thats right for their needs, so keep that in mind on the day.
Self-Tape Tips
Smartphones are normally the simplest things to use as the footage can be uploaded directly. Please use them in landscape mode as everyone is used to watching footage on tv/monitors in this orientation.
Make sure your recording space is light and bright (natural light is best), and use a plain wall or curtain. Turn off TV etc. to reduce background noise.
Limit the recording to roughly 2 minutes, have a few practise runs and pick the best - remember to keep it fun!
We ask for all tapes to be sent to us via www.wetransfer.com ( this is free) - remember to always include your child's name, role and the job you are casting for.