Tag: finances/legal
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How to Budget Irregular Income as an Actor
How to manage your acting income to save during the busy times and survive the quiet spells.
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A Guide to Pensions for Self-Employed Actors in the UK
Everything actors need to know about retirement savings.
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What Performers Should Know About Copyright
Find out how copyright applies to the television and film productions you have been a part of in the UK and how to seek permission before including excerpts in your acting showreel. Copyright is a complex legal subject that can be hard to navigate when starting out as an actor. It’s not always clear when…
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How to Become a Freelance Teacher in the Arts
Looking for a side job? Start teaching drama, dance or singing with these helpful tips.
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How to Find Funding for Your Short Film
Explore the best ways to get funding for your short film project in the UK and find out what costs to budget for when turning your vision into reality. Creating your own short film can be a long, perilous journey full of ups and downs – the type that can sometimes tempt you into believing…
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How to Set Yourself Up as a Freelancer
When actors need to register as sole traders, how to calculate tax and where additional work can affect it.
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What You Need to Know About Acting on a Cruise Ship
Everything you need to be aware of before you set sail as a cruise ship performer, including contract details, how you’ll be taxed and life on board. Cruise performer jobs are a great way to see the world, meet new people and do what you love – all while getting paid. However, it’s a unique…
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Saving Money with Spotlight Discounts
How Spotlight members can use Spotlight Discounts to save money on everyday things. Life is expensive, right? That’s why, as a Spotlight member, I always try to use Spotlight Discounts as regularly as possible to save myself money on lifestyle necessities and luxurious treats. If I need to book insurance, go out somewhere fun for…
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Financial Guidance for Actors
Advice from industry professionals on agent fees, invoicing and tax for actors. As a performing artist, it’s your responsibility to manage your business. Sharpening your script analysis and attending auditions is one thing, but developing your financial understanding is equally essential for your career. Things like accounting, filling out self-employed tax forms and negotiating agent…
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Tax Tips for Self-Employed Actors in the UK
Your go-to guide on registering as a self-employed actor and tax-deductible expenses.