Your safety while being under our wing is a crucial matter to us! Therefore, we have gathered arange of tips for you to bear in mind. This page is dedicated to them. Here you will find advice on how to check and report opportunity listings, identify scams and keep your data private.However, before we head to the details there are two main aspects we would like you to keep in
#1 Trust your instincts � our experience suggests that if something encourages your suspicion and/or seems too good to be true, chances are high that it probably is as it seems. Above all, we are here to help you! If you have any questions and/or would like to get advice on any specific matter � do not hesitate to contact us. We are always here for you! Also, regarding information about safety and privacy of members that are under 18 years old, have a look at our under-18 Members page.
Driven to ensure safety for our members we are always encouraged to spot listings that are not genuine. However, it is our recommendation that you always research the company and/or an individual to whom you are auditioning for. By doing so you will gain an understanding about the project you intend to involve as well as what expectations your future employers may have In the event of you encountering a job or audition on StarFDC that encourages your suspicions, please, inform us immediately. You can do this by clicking the �Report this Listing� option at the It is a pity, however, there is a chance you that can be contacted via email by a scammer who may pretend to be one of StarFDC�s staff and/or use StarFDC site to send you special (and fake) There are a few signs how you can distinguish a scam email:
The individual sending the email is requesting you to transfer money
The grammar and/or spelling in the email is very imperfect
The offer they are giving you does not contain specific details and is very generic (e.g. a
The person sending the email claims to be from StarFDC, however, the email address
Do the research on the company and/or person you are auditioning for.
Always investigate beforehand what is asked of you before attending an audition.
Make sure you properly check the location of the audition. If you encounter that the place is, for instance, a bar or hotel, or someone�s house � that should ring an alarm!
Always be confident in refusing to do things you are not comfortable with.
Take someone you trust to go to the auditions.
Always carefully examine the contracts before signing them.
Concerned with liability insurance with an aim to protect our members, any property and the general public, we expect that all casting professionals follow local legal requirements. Therefore, we recommend you to check the kinds of insurance the casting professional provides as well as any other expenses before you start working on the role. If you feel uncertain about the audition you have been contacted, please, inform us. What if I get an Offer to work in another Country? StarFDC is a company that works worldwide. As a result, the opportunities that are listed on the website involve different locations. In the event of you accepting the position in a foreign country, you should make sure you research the project first in order to verify its credibility and that you are able to obtain the necessary work visas and other documentation. How do I understand if an Agent is Legitimate? StarFDC is used by a number of agents who scout for new talent. Having an agent can be a solid way to get more work opportunities, yet you should be certain that the individual claiming to be Your aim should be to research such agent before you sign any contracts with him/her. We suggest you take extra precautions to the ones who suggest that they can make you a star overnight, or who insist you to pay money. If you encounter such agency that asks you to pay a fee that is not mentioned in their casting call on StarFDC, please, inform us. It is possible that often you may find agencies that are listing workshops; however, they should not be a mandatory element for you to join the agency. The agencies may also require you to get new headshots taken; however, you should be allowed to select the photographer yourself. If you consider being dealing with a scammer, or you have already been scammed, please, do let us know or refer to your local authorities!