How to use this page

  • Start with the short guide below on choosing an agency.

  • Use the region links to jump to your area.

  • Skim the agency cards (website first, then socials). All links are fully clickable and open in a new tab so you keep this page open.

  • Bookmark this page — it’s updated regularly.

Choosing an agency: a quick guide

  • Look for PMA member agencies — signals good practice and accountability.

  • Check their client list — see if they represent people like you.

  • Read the submissions page — follow their instructions exactly.

  • Watch for red flags — paid “auditions”, high-pressure sales, or guaranteed work.

  • Headshots matter — current, professional photos help you stand out.

Featured UK Headshot Photographers

If you’re refreshing your portfolio, these HSM members work with actors and creatives:

  • London — Roj Whitelock · Chris Mann

  • East Hertfordshire — Joanne Barker

  • Cardiff — Simon Ridgway

(Interested in being featured here? HSM Associate Members with an actors’ focus can be listed.)

Agencies by region

London & South East

Top-tier / full-service

Boutique & respected

Wales

Scotland

Add 8–12 agencies (PMA members where possible).

North of England

Add major Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool agencies (PMA members where possible).

Midlands & South West

Add regionally active agencies; include Bristol and Birmingham.

Northern Ireland

Add Belfast-focused agencies and extras services.

Submission policy for agencies

We’ll soon add a quick submission form for:

  • Agency name + city

  • Website + submissions page

  • One-sentence overview (max 20 words)

  • Social links (optional)

We prioritise agencies that publish clear submission guidelines and follow good practice.

Actor resources

  • Spotlight{target="_blank"} — The UK’s central casting directory (membership required)

  • Equity{target="_blank"} — Trade union for performers

  • PMA{target="_blank"} — Info about member agencies & good practice

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Joanne Barker / Bishops Stortford, East Hertfordshire www.joanneelizabethportraits.com

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Lipservice
Website: lipservice.co.uk
Instagram: @lipservicevoices
Lip Service is a London casting agency with over 30 years of experience.

Lou Coulson Associates
Website: loucoulson.co.uk/all-talent
Lou Coulson Associates has a team ethos that combines traditional agenting and innovative thinking with a focus on building long-lasting careers for actors.

Markham, Froggatt & Irwin
Website: markhamfroggattandirwin.com
Markham, Froggatt & Irwin is a London-based talent agency representing actors for Film, Television, Theatre, and commercial endeavors.

Spotlight
Website: www.spotlight.com
LinkedIn: spotlight_4

The Artists Partnership
Website: theartistspartnership.co.uk
LinkedIn: the-artists-partnership
The Artists Partnership is a leading UK agency representing top British and International talent across all fields.

Tavistock Wood
Website: tavistockwood.com
Tavistock Wood is a talent and literary agency that represents and advises artists of outstanding talent and international reputation.

Troika (talent acquisition)
Website: troikarecruitment.co.uk
Troika has supported the UK’s leading businesses and brightest talent for more than a decade, focusing on inimitable experience, knowledge, and deep-rooted relationships.

United Agents UK
Website: www.unitedagents.co.uk/actors

42 Management
Website: www.42mp.com
Instagram: @42mp
42 Management is a fully integrated management and production company, producing film, television, and content, representing various creative talents.

The Milk Collective
Website: milkmanagement.co.uk
Instagram: @milkmodelmanagement
The MiLK Collective is a world-renowned talent management agency specialising in managing the careers of developing, emerging and established talent across the Fashion, Digital and Broadcast industries.

Chris Mann / London, UK www.chrismannportraits.com

Boutique Talent Agencies

I AM EPIC Agents
Website: amepic.co.uk
I AM EPIC Agents, a London-based talent agency established in 2011, represents established and emerging artists in TV, Film, Theatre, and Advertising. With 40 years of combined industry experience, EPIC’s team provides personalized guidance and strategic opportunities to ensure each artist’s success on a global stage.

EBS
Website: www.eamonnbedford.com
EBA is an independent talent agency established in London’s West End since 2012.

Simon & How
Website: www.simon-how.com
At Simon & How they’ve created a warm, caring and inclusive home for their clients and our team. A reassuring and supportive safe-haven in a fast-moving, chaotic world of constant change and pressure.

Stevenson Withers
Website: stevensonwithers.com
Stevenson Withers Associates are a boutique theatrical agency who have over 30 years combined experience representing actors in all areas of the Entertainment Industry.

Jessica Carney Associates
Website: www.jessicacarneyassociates.co.uk
Jessica Carney Associates is a leading boutique talent agency representing actors and the very best in TV and film creatives.

The BWH Agency
Website: thebwhagency.co.uk
Formed in 2004 by Andrew Braidford, Lisa Willoughby, Joe Hutton and Bill Petrie, The BWH Agency represents a dynamic range of actors across all ages and areas of the industry.

Hatch Talent
Website: hatchtalent.co.uk
Istagram: @hatch_talent
A London based talent agency that is proud to represent exceptional actors, writers and creatives across all areas of the entertainment industry.

Shepperd Fox Artist Management
Website: www.shepperd-fox.co.uk
Shepperd-Fox is a boutique theatrical agency, with substantial connections within the entertainment industry, combined with more than 50 years of business and relationship management experience, our team provides high-level, personal representation to our select group of clients.

Narrow Road
Website: www.narrowroad.co.uk
Instagram: @narrowroadagency
Representing an exceptional list of leading actors and creatives, as well as the most exciting up-and-coming talent. With offices in London's West End and Manchester's Deansgate, we promote each unique talent with a personal approach in career management, building careers and championing talent in the UK and internationally. We are proud and active members of the Personal Managers Association (PMA) and Equity since 1985.

Nancy Hudson Associates
Website: www.nancyhudsonassociates.com
Instagram: @nancyhudsonassociates
Nancy Hudson Associates Limited is a proudly independent agency, representing talent from across the entertainment industry. Providing a personalised service to clients and casting professionals alike. A boutique agency with an international reach, our casting success rates speak for themselves.

MacFarlane Chard
Website: www.macfarlane-chard.co.uk
Instagram: @macfarlanechardassociates
MacFarlane Chard Associates was launched in 1994 and has established itself as one of the UK’s leading agencies, representing literary and acting clients worldwide.

Nina Lee Management
Website: ninaleemanagement.com
Nina Lee Management offers bespoke representation to artists in all areas of the industry. Close personal representation ensures that each client's individual aims and goals for their career path, no matter what area of the industry they work in, are nurtured with the highest regard. The success and reputation of Nina Lee is built upon the success and reputation of the clients she has worked with throughout her 25 years in the industry, and continues to work with to date.

Simon Ridgway / Cardiff, Wales www.simonridgway.com

Wales Casting + Talent Agencies

Phoenix Casting Agency
Website: phoenixcasting.tv
Phone: 0333 009 6261
Instagram: @phoenixcastingofficial
Longest established agency in South West and South Wales.

Shelley Barrett Management
Website: shelleybarrettmanagement.co.uk
Instagram: @shelleybarrett_management
Talent agency specialising in actors.

Be.Talent Management
Website: betalentmanagement.co.uk
Boutique-style agency representing award-winning and new talent.

Creative Casting
Website: creativecasting.tv
Phone: 029 2010 7628, 7966 461 799
Instagram: @creativecasting.tv
Provides supporting artists for film and TV industry.

Emptage Hallett
Website: www.emptagehallettcardiff.co.uk
Instagram: @emptagehallett
Represents actors, writers and casting directors in film, TV and theatre.

Oren Actors Management
Website: orenactorsmanagement.co.uk
Phone: 029 2023 3321
Instagram: @oren_actors
Represents experienced and professionally trained actors.

Edward Wyman Agency
Website: wymancasting.co.uk
Provides a wide range of experienced walk-ons and supporting artists.

Andrea Casting Agency
Website: andreacasting.com
Phone: 07774 660253
Offers film & TV casting services.

Uni-versal Extras (Welsh Office)
Website: universalextras.co.uk
Phone: 02921 052 944
Instagram: @uniextras
Casts extras, walk-ons, and supporting artists in Cardiff and Bristol.

Mad Dog 2020 (Cardiff Office)
Website: maddog2020casting.com
Phone: 02921 980 089
Instagram: @maddog2020casting
Specializes in background casting for film, TV, and commercials.