ABOUT US

Empowering the industry through diverse, skilled crew members who enrich productions with fresh perspectives.

From pre-production to post, we ensure excellence, inclusivity, and professional execution across every project stage.

Empowering the industry through diverse, skilled crew members who enrich productions with fresh perspectives.

From pre-production to post, we ensure excellence, inclusivity, and professional execution across every project stage.

THE STATS ON DIVERSITY BEHIND THE CAMERA

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While the UK film and television industry often celebrates on-screen diversity, the reality behind the scenes tells a very different story.

Key Statistics:

  • Only 12.3% of off-screen roles are filled by individuals from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (Source: Creative Diversity Network’s Diamond: The Third Cut report).

  • This is below the UK’s 14% BAME population share, revealing a clear gap in workforce representation.

  • Women make up just 30% of technical and senior off-screen roles, despite comprising nearly half of the UK workforce.

  • Disabled individuals hold only 5.8% of off-screen roles, even though they account for nearly 19% of the working-age population.

Why This Matters:

  • Behind-the-scenes diversity is crucial—not just for fairness, but for better storytelling.

  • Diverse crews bring varied perspectives, cultural insight, and innovation that directly enhance the quality of content produced.

  • A homogenous crew risks producing stories that lack authenticity, fail to resonate with broader audiences, and perpetuate narrow viewpoints.

Structural Barriers:

  • Access to industry networks often excludes minority talent.

  • Lack of mentorship and professional development opportunities for underrepresented groups.

  • Bias in hiring practices, favouring familiar or “trusted” candidates over broadening talent pools.

  • Financial barriers to entry, including unpaid internships and informal recruitment processes.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Partnering with The Diversity Crew means more than filling roles. We craft cohesive, creative, and inclusive teams that bring visions to life.

Our focus on diversity and quality makes us the ideal crew partner for productions that want authenticity and innovation.

OUR VALUES

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  • Inclusion: Creating real opportunities for underrepresented groups.

  • Collaboration: Building cohesive, innovative teams in partnership with clients.

  • Excellence: Delivering high-calibre talent and flawless service for every production.

THE DIVERSITY EXTRAS RATE SHEET

Professional, experienced crew at competitive rates — tailored for your TV and Film productions, with the quality and reliability your project deserves.

PRE-PRODUCTION ROLES

PRODUCTION ROLES

POST-PRODUCTION ROLES

Film production roles and weekly rates in pounds: Producer £1,500-£2,500, Line Producer £1,200-£2,000, Production Manager £1,000-£1,800, Production Coordinator £600-£1,200, Location Manager £800-£1,500, Casting Director £1,000-£2,000.
Table showing weekly pay rates for film crew roles in GBP: Director, Assistant Director (1st AD), Assistant Director (2nd AD), Camera Operator, Director of Photography, Gaffer, Grip, Sound Mixer, Boom Operator, Script Supervisor, Make-Up Artist.
List of job titles and associated salary ranges in British pounds, including Hair Stylist, Wardrobe Supervisor, Props Master, and Art Director.
Chart showing roles and weekly rates in GBP, including editor, assistant editor, sound editor, VFX supervisor, and colorist.

PRODUCTION GUIDELINES

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  • Rates can vary significantly based on the project's budget, the crew member's experience, and the length of the contract.

  • Overtime may apply, typically calculated after 10 hours of work per day.

  • Night Work and Weekend Work may incur additional charges.

  • Travel and Accommodation costs may be covered by the production, especially for on-location shoots.

  • Equipment Costs for roles such as Camera Operators and Sound Mixers might be charged separately depending on whether the crew member is providing their own gear.