I've had a great experience working with Uncut Casting. The team is organized and runs a smooth efficient process from start to finish. I've been working with them for about a year and a half and have consistently had positive interactions. Communication is clear, professional, and respectful. Would definitely recommend. read more

Uncut is a premier casting agency in LA. They have helped me get booked on feature films and big TV shows. They definitely helped get my career started in Hollywood. The intro offer for background work is VERY affordable but they offer premium subscriptions if you need a little more of a leg up. I would recommend Uncut to anyone looking to be seen on sets in this year. read more

Great staff and great customer service. Got my first booking! Looking forward to continuing on my acting journey with them! read more

Worse calling service ever. Try any other calling service before you waste your money here. LAuncut never even booked me once and I have pro headshots, pro experience and have booked hundreds of jobs. I thought Id give them a try just to take some of the responsibility off of me submitting myself and it was a total waste of money. I really think they live off of new members and don't even book people. I've never heard of any actors on any sets I've ever been on say they were booked by this company. read more

I've always wanted to experience being in front of the camera, and Uncut Casting helped me achieve that dream. The process to sign up was pretty straight forward and easy. The orientation and contract were very informative on what their expectations are. The team is always timely and nice with their responses (combination of text messages and emails). I do have a full-time job, but Uncut has worked with me and my schedule. They also offer opportunities on days that I might not be available, which is great since I've been able to move my schedule around to accommodate. I've been part of a TV show and a few commercials since joining, and they've all been great experiences. As long as you're on time, responsive, and professional, you'll keep hearing back from them. It's fun to get checks for the work in the mail and look for the commercial afterwards. I enjoy working with the Uncut team - I would definitely recommend their services! read more

My friend referred me to Uncut. Have been with them 6 months and have no complaints. I have been working in the industry for 10 years and have seen my share of companies who portray themselves to have my best interests in mind. I can wholeheartedly say Uncut is the real deal. Excellent  customer service and even though some months are more fruitful than others, I know  they are keeping me in the game! I think a lot of new actors just don't understand that landing roles is up to the actor and the company hiring the actor. Uncut is a liaison between the two. Uncut just tries to put us in the right place at te right time. They also require consistent communication via their site and from my interaction with some of their members on sets, the ones that complain aren't even updating their Uncut calendar, are missing fields in their online profile, or aren't  bothering to follow through with Uncut's protocols.  They even  have a policy thst encourages members to contact them if no bookings after 1.5 months:) And you get out on their "priority list" Their basic extra service only costs $1 to register and then $60 reg fee not due until 1st booking! Now that's putting your money where your mouth is! After that, they just charge you 10% per booking fee per job! They have other services that require a monthly fee to get submitted to more substantial roles. I love that service because they even show me what they're submitting me too. read more

Uncut Casting Services has been a great help in getting out the door and onto set in Los Angeles. By Using their premium actor's service I have booked commercials, music videos (most recently one with over 2 million views on YouTube), online content and most recently a scene as a day player on a network TV show. They are polite, respectful and on the ball! Thanks again, Uncut! read more

Uncut was okay round 2016/17. This past July I rejoined, having them look for principle and background work. In 2 months of dealing with multiple people giving me the runaround and no work assignments; I dropped them in August. My account is still active and they are still taking dues from my bank account. They've received roughly $220 from me and I've gotten nothing but a headache. Sign up directly with Central Casting for background and seek out a real agent for principal work. Save your money and energy. read more

I signed with Uncut in February 2018. I signed with an agent in August who wouldn't allow me to keep a calling service. But in the 5.5 months I was with them, they sent me an offer to self-tape for a commercial which I booked! It was a principal role with lines. They also booked me on a music video & I got myself upgraded to the lead. I had lines with the artist. It was acting, very professional, no dancing. I was happy they got me the opportunity to get myself upgraded. Afterward, on a call with them, they said that if I called the Emergency Line while on set, they may have been able to negotiate for me to get more money. Honestly, other services may book you for more background work because they work with the larger casting companies. But, Uncut only works with agencies they have relationships with. That's how I got the principal in a commercial. read more

Haven't received work in over 4 months from LA Uncut, I don't really see much value in getting a membership with them.

At the moment I'm still giving Jacques and Uncut Casting a chance, having recently signed up for their 'Extras' tier after discovering the company through Backstage. I will update my review as my experience with the service progresses, and can hopefully provide a more detailed account and some positive feedback! read more

Registered a few months ago, , and my experience has been positive so far. Their staff is professional and courteous and I love that they spend the time carefully explaining their policies during their orientation. As an actor starting out in this industry, transparency is key. They don't overpromise which I think is a good sign! They have an extra's service and the Actor's service which focuses on submitting you to principal and featured roles. I've gotten some extra roles and some great principal auditions and feel they are a good resource. They aren't the end game but definitely have helped me along my journey. As an actor, we want things to happen right away but I have learned that patience and persistence go along away! read more

Been with uncut for over 3 years now and they have provided me so many opportunities though out the tv/film industry including some modeling gigs and commercials. I never had any issues and Jacques always provides excellent customer service! read more

So I probably wouldn't trust these people, when it comes to them grabbing you as a client what are mostly interested in is your reoccurring payments to them. In the orientation you'll find out what they go over more is fees and findings as opposed to where you'd like to go and what you're interested as far as acting so I don't think these people are genuinely interested in trying to help people actually find work it seems like they are one of those agencies that is more interested in the reoccurring revenue is that build from clients who are not aware about acting read more

I received a call from the owner of uncut casting. He listened to my observations about my first impression of their services and said their lobby is 60's decor. He was apologetic that I felt rushed through the process and took the time to explain more about his company and the fees in their contract. He was very professional. So, maybe you do get a second chance to make a first impression. I will try out their services and offer an opinion after I see how it goes. read more

I just recently started with Uncut and I must say that I am thrilled to be with them. I have already been booked four and each time was such a fun and professional experience. I am so proud to be represented by Uncut and hope to keep our partnership growing strong. read more

I received a lot of work through uncut! I actually had steady work for a few months. If I ever had any issues they always tried their best to help me. They WILL charge you if you don't stay on top of your availability and update it accordingly so pay attention but they let you know that when signing up. read more

I'm super happy with my management experience at Uncut Casting.I go on all sorts of fun and lucrative gigs all over Los Angeles thanks to their expert casting services! read more

I signed onto them for extra work a short while ago. All the people in the office were real friendly and professional which isn't a given in this business. Almost immediately they started finding work for me and in no time I got booked on Greys Anatomy. I'm writing this review just after so I'm certain in no time it'll keep getting better. Unlike some of the other casting services, this one actually gives a damn about its clients. read more

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I signed up with Uncut and have been working with top studios around LA. Uncut is the best and never runs out of opportunities for me. read more

I first starting with Uncut with very limited availability (college took up more time than expected) and did not get book due to this issue for the first 3 months. I emailed management which led to Jacques, the owner, to respond back and he was very professional, explained that he could give me a refund, but also mentioned the opportunities I'd have if I stayed with him. I am very happy that I did. I've gotten 4 different jobs since then where one was also on Union voucher. Jacques and the staff at Uncut are a very professional team and seem to genuinely care about their talent. They also have very organized website which is easy to navigate through. Can't wait for future bookings! Thanks Uncut! - Andres Bastidas read more

I have been working with Uncut for about three years, and I couldn't be more pleased with the service. The casting directors are extremely nice and work hard to get their talent booked. I definitely recommend anyone who is in the field, to apply! read more

I have to be honest, I knew nothing about this company, but my gut told me to give them a try. When I tell you this is the BEST CASTING COMPANY I've been with, I'm not exaggerating. I've been with numerous companies prior to this and none of them compared to UNCUT. They have a very professional and respectful team, they always communicate any changes and they're just great at keeping you booked. Sign up with UNCUT, you won't regret it. read more

Uncut Casting is a great agency! When I was new to LA, I joined Uncut Casting for extras casting and stuck with them. They'll book you on cool projects - the film buff in me LOVED being part of the experience. The team is very responsive and Jacques is super nice. read more

I have been with Uncut for about a year and a half. I have not been signing in as regularly as I should but they have helped me get some incredible jobs. I enjoy background acting a lot and intend to explore more possibilities this year so I'm hoping Uncut can help me earn my vouchers! They are very professional, very informative, and will work with you as long as you're responsible and on top of it. I'm glad I found them! read more

I was on the fence about signing up with Uncut but I'm so glad I took a chance. It's been a game changer! They've booked me a lot of work in the short time I've been with them and on really high caliber projects I couldn't have gotten myself. Everyone I've interacted with there has been really nice, helpful and professional. Their online calendar system is organized and easy to use. They even give you an option to say you have "possible all day availability" where they will text you before they book you which in my case has been a life saver since I do freelance catering gigs as well. Anytime I have had a question, they are really quick to respond and even go out of their way to get me answers. I highly recommend them! read more

I have been with Uncut Casting since March 19th of 2016 and I have been very pleased with how determined and hard working they are at getting me booked for production. I used to belong to "Print Models Network" during the 2000's and I have to say "Uncut Casting" has been just as consistent in the amount of work they get me just like the previous casting management service I had previously with background work, help with acting classes and even ways to get to auditions. Their website alone is rich in information on how to get into show business whether as an actor or just to learn about the industry in other ways which is good. Now with the advancement of online interactions for booking, production information and availability; Uncut Casting takes full advantage by letting oneself interact with them for fast and accurate bookings with 100% accuracy. Something which was not as easy a long time ago. This makes bookings like a piece of cake but with the professionalism attached to it. Makes flexibility easy with their availability calendar going for up to a month with options of either being available, booked, out of town and etc. On a daily bases. I have been very happy with the commercials, shows and movies they have gotten me on and they really want to ensure that both production and talent are very satisfied with the end results. They even got me work with Central Casting which is highly saturated with background talent competing for work through telephone calls constantly being busy from high volume submissions. The only thing is that background talent should be very professional on set and always be on time (15 minutes earlier). I'm very satisfied with Uncut Casting and am happy I chose their Gold Premium Service. I give them 5 Stars all the way! read more

Uncut was there for me when I was brand new to LA in 2011. I received higher-rate model Non-Union background type work. Jacques was always professional, helpful, and kept me quite busy. I took a break from background for a few years focusing on principal work only. I finally joined SAG-AFTRA last year and received a random text from Jacques recently asking if I was available last minute for a gig. It was such a pleasant surprise. I was booked on a web commercial for a tech startup company and it was awesome! Total of 4 of us from Uncut and we were all shot individually, which pretty much made us principals for this job. Director was a dream to work with - gave great direction and feedback. We were paid directly within 2 weeks. I'd highly recommend Uncut Casting to anyone. Their online system makes it very simple to update your photos, profile, and availability. I'll always have a soft spot for Uncut. Thanks for your time and energy, Jacques! read more

I've been with Uncut since late February 2014. They got me as much non-union background work as I wanted on such hit shows as Parks & Recreation and two episodes each on The Newsroom and Kingdom aka Navy Street. Last time I did that one I got bumped up to union, which paid more than double and helped me get my SAG card. When I first signed up I sprung for the $150 Gold membership to save money on future booking fees and to help me be near the top of their list for gigs. The other way to stay on their radar is by logging onto their website and updating your availability... often. I do it almost every day and it's helped a lot. That way they see you're serious about wanting to work and that you have a professional attitude about it. If you're non-union, of course you'll get more background work, but Jacques and the staff are continuing to promote me for union gigs as well. Lastly, I just want to say how grateful I am to Jacques and the great Uncut staff for all the work they've given me over the past 14 months. It's been a real blast and I've learned a lot. And... they are consummate pros! They work their butts off to get you work and I've been completely happy with them. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who wants to work great background gigs without having to try to beat the rush at Central Casting. I rarely get work directly from Central even though I submit quite a lot, because there are so many other people competing for the same jobs. read more

I have been registered with Uncut Casting since 2011. They have booked me on three SAG Background jobs over the years - one of them was for a SAG commercial and two were for SAG films. Union rate commercials are hard to book so I was very happy when I got that call! And on the last film we all made crazy $ because we were on the set for over 18 hours!! Talk about OVERTIME pay! THAT was a nice check :) So they may not book me that often - but when they have it has been lucrative! Thank you Uncut Casting - I hope to be booked again soon! Jay read more

I love Uncut Casting! They are booking me! That's awesome! I'm really exited! I love being on set! Its good work! Thank you guys! You are the BEST! read more

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I really like uncut casting. I've read a couple of bad reviews on them before I signed up but I decided to take a chance and see what they were about. Best decision I've ever made. The staff is very helpful, very nice, they get back to you right away, and very organized. I definitely would recommend uncut casting. Just give them a chance read more

I registered with them just last May and since have worked on many movies, always nice productions and always paid right away. They have even gotten me booked on print jobs and commercials. Jacques and Talin work very hard and are really nice. They got me onto General Hospital and I've worked probably over 20 days on this soap just since last May. I'm deeply appreciative to have such a professional company representing me and getting me out there. To those negative comments on here....I've worked with people who are never happy and complain about everything.... that may be why you are not getting booked which is not Uncut's fault. They'll get you there but you need to take the responsibility to get yourself back by being on time, prepared and positive like any other job demands. It's a wonderful thing, being on a set and learning first hand about this precious business...let's not take it for granted. Thank you Jacques and Talin for keeping me booked. Jeanne Carr read more

uncut casting is awesome! They have great follow through and communication with fun great jobs!! They submitted me for a great print job that I booked! I couldn't be happier! xo Lisa read more

I have been a member for almost a year! Great staff! They always put me on higher paying jobs. I appreciate them and look forward to the busier season! Thank you Uncut Casting! read more

When I first registered with Uncut, I was 50 years old, bald, fat and the owner of a ten-year-old car that needed frequent repairs. Yet Jacques explained patiently to me that I still can get work as a background extra. Turns out he was right. The only reason the work eventually dried up for me is that the condition of my car got worse. As everyone should know, your booking agency has nothing to do with the fact that every single background extra, whether union or non-union, must arrange on short notice (less than fifteen hours) transportation to any location in Southern California. You can "Uber it," so to speak, if you are willing to subtract the Uber money from the approximately 70 dollars you earn for a day's work. I'm not. Granted, the Metrorail Red Line takes you to downtown Los Angeles, but carrying your wardrobe on hangers during the train ride can hurt your arms when you reach a certain age. So without a vehicle, I'm on the shelf temporarily. This has nothing to do with Jacques. But I honestly feel confident that if my transportation situation ever improves, Jacques will get me work again. While I do less desirable retail work to save up money for a vehicle, I have another source of pride. I can visit an AMC multiplex with sixteen screens, located a short public transit ride away from my home, and watch the new movie The Happytime Murders. I am clearly visible in scenes that were filmed on the beach or near the beach in Santa Monica. I could not possibly have found that background extra job without Uncut. This is because I moved to California at age 38 without knowing anyone here, my looks are unconventional and my internet access has been mediocre for many years. Not until I was 50 did I discover Uncut. During the twelve years I was in California without knowing about Jacques or Uncut, I appeared in many television shows but never a movie that played at the AMC Theatres chain. I suppose I could buy the DVD of The West Wing season 5 or whatever it is in which the "younger me" is visible, but I would have to do research to nail down the title and airdate of the episode. The Happytime Murders requires very little research prior to viewing. My experience working on it dates from barely a year ago, when I was 52, so it will remain current and easy on the synapses for a chunk of my future. Finally, I love Jacques' policy that you don't pay a penny until you get a job. If your jobs ever dry up because of baldness and lack of funds for fake hair, at least you don't owe Jacques a penny. Other background extra bookers take your money even if the jobs dry up. You stop paying them and they never want to see your name or photo again. But Jacques treats you fairly. He is one of the few behind-the-scenes people in show business who echoes what Laverne says on an episode of Laverne and Shirley : "You go to work, you get paid. You don't go to work, you don't get paid. That's the American dream." People who are old enough to have understood that dialogue in 1976 or 1977 are not likely to work full-time as actors unless they already have started to do so, but they still can earn 70 dollars here and there for a fun day doing something they enjoy. Thank you, Jacques. P. S. -- My two days on The Happytime Murders were fun. The job allowed me to socialize on the Santa Monica beach. I would be a fool to go into detail about the sand that accumulated in my shoes. The more wimpy a person you are, the less motivation you should have for trying to launch a career as a full-time background extra actor. If you can find a lot of motivation, then stick with Uncut. I have not visited a California beach on any other occasion since I moved here in 2003, and getting 150 dollars to do so was an experience I always will remember -- with a little help from the AMC Theatres chain. read more

Uncut is the only TV and Film background agency I will work with. I have loved Uncut since I first started working with them 3 years ago. They are very friendly, supportive and truly care about their talent and clients. These guys are like family, I know I can call Jacques, Pearce and Sara to discuss anything. They work very hard to get their talent booked. If you are not working it is because things are slow or clients are going for different looks. That doesn't mean they are still not submitting you to jobs even. Though we are not hearing from them as much as we want, they are still working for us. It all works in cycles sometimes it is busier than other times! They have booked me on so many jobs which have varied from background, featured, stand-in, photo-doubling and even commercial background work. They are connected with many casting agencies and directors. Central and Jeff Olan Casting also. I am a professional actor so not only am I able to earn money while working their jobs but I am able to be on set which helps me do well during my auditions and when I book principal work. All the jobs they have sent me have been good experiences for me. As on any set, at times things may get stressful which is out of anyone's control, it is up to you to always be a professional no matter what issue arises. They do their part and you must do yours like any business or personal relationship. Show up on time, do your job with a smile on your face then go home. It is what you choose to make of the career path you have chosen. There is a calendar that you can update as often as you need to. Never an issue when you need to take time off and when you return. When you are ready to book in again they are right there to start working for you again. Even when I am booked out, if a casting director specifically requests me, UnCut will call me and ask me if I want the job instead of just telling the director no. They give me the option. If you are looking for a background agency, I would definitely go with the this one!! Thank you, Uncut!!! Love you guys!! read more

The Web Site for this service is so Organized. Impressive Toni Trenton read more

Uncut really put the hours in for their actors. Jacque is great and really cares about getting everyone work. I'd recommend Uncut to anybody that's wanting to get into extra and acting work. They don't require monthly dues either, so it's much more convenient if you don't get as much work, but they do take a small amount from each check. This works out a lot better compared to how much other booking companies charge. read more

After years of study and theatre, various teachers and short films I embarked on the journey to earning the title of "Working Actor" 2 years ago. I booked some gigs here and there. Some Principal roles and some BG. Like everyone else I have my profiles on Backstage and Actors Access and the like. Thus, I have got some nice opportunities. I was placed on UNCUTs roster a year ago and have worked pretty consistently. The way I see it is when they do send me out as BG I have the opportunity to get paid to show up on a professional set with no pressure on me other than to be punctual and in the right place which is out of the way. With that said UNCUT has really done a great job working to try and help me work. The process is easy as far as setting up a profile and managing your availability online. Thus, they let me know when I am booked promptly and are the conduit to the pertinent info I need to be early and in the right spot on location or at any one of this towns many stages. I am responded to quickly and have had little if any confusion or problem with any job they have booked me on. Pretty seemless. Rate wise it's fair and more than pays for itself. Lastly, it gets me in the rhythm of reporting to a set regularly and acclimating myself to a professional environment. It's the beginning of the road for me and they have played a big part in getting me toward the places I want to be. I have showed up a few times and plucked from the choir in a featured spot with some great coverage. Again in the early stages for me it's been exciting and valuable experience to conduct myself professionally. Thank you everyone at UNCUT Casting for helping to get the all rolling. read more