Achieve Arts Agency represents young performers, promoting them within the industry and submitting them for suitable roles. If a client is cast, we negotiate the contract and handle payment on their behalf. A commission percentage is deducted for this service.

No. No agency can guarantee work—if one does, stay clear.
We submit clients for roles that genuinely match their profile, but casting decisions are made solely by casting directors. We emphasise managing expectations and ensuring our young clients understand that the industry is highly competitive. Securing an audition is an achievement in itself and should be viewed as a positive opportunity.

The performing arts industry is fast-moving and unpredictable. While we aim to submit all clients for appropriate roles, the number of castings varies and cannot be guaranteed. There are many opportunities, but the industry is competitive.

Most castings take place in London. However, many casting directors begin the process with self-tapes. There are also regional TV, film, and theatre productions across the UK that may require local children, so auditions can occasionally be held nationwide.

Due to the high volume of young performers seen, feedback is rare. If we do receive any, especially in cases of recalls, we will pass it on as soon as possible.

Payment varies from job to job. We always negotiate the best fee possible for our clients. We also encourage families to see professional work as a valuable extension of their child’s training and development.

All clients under the age of 16 must be licensed by their local education authority for any paid professional work. A letter of authorisation from their school is also required. In some cases, a medical check may be needed to confirm they are fit to work. Children under 16 are legally restricted to a limited number of working days per year.