Direct marketplace for creative talent
UpStage connects non-union actors, creators, and performers directly with anyone who needs creative talent — from a corner coffee shop to a government ministry — no agents, no gatekeepers, no noise. Just work.
Who Uses UpStage?
Coffee shops, boutiques, indie labels, newly established retail — the neighbourhood businesses building culture from the ground up. From launch day shoots to Sunday market promos — talent that fits your budget.
Running marketing campaigns, brand activations, product launches, content pipelines — all year round.
Ministries & public agencies sourcing marquee communications talent for campaigns, outreach, and public-facing events.
Fast-moving teams who need talent now, not in three weeks — from launch day shoots to viral TikTok creatives.
Indie filmmakers, short film projects, movie productions, stage & theater — the productions that need talent without the agency overhead.
Independent artists, indie producers, music labels needing visuals and performance talent for releases, tours, and artist development.
How it works
Upload your intro video, demo reel, and social links. Buyers see what you can do — not just what your agent allows them to see.
Buyers post project briefs — film, stage, brand deals, theater. You post your availability and what you're looking for. Both sides visible.
Chat in-app. When both sides want to meet, our AI prompts a Letter of Intent — protecting both parties before the first call.
AI matching across 7 languages. Book work in Singapore, Mumbai, or Los Angeles — all from one platform. No visa headaches.
Privacy for project owners
Other platforms make your project public by default. UpStage puts you in control — who sees your brief, what they see, and when it goes away.
Only talent you contact can view the full brief. Your project isn't searchable, browseable, or discoverable by anyone who hasn't been invited.
Talent sees your roles and requirements — not your budget range or personal contact details. You share what you want, when you want.
Your data doesn't sit on a server forever. Delete the brief, clear your inbox, and walk away clean.
Platform features
Pro buyers get curated top-10 talent recommendations every week. The AI matches profile skills, roles, and context — not just keyword tags.
Before any meet-and-greet, both buyer and seller sign a Letter of Intent — auto-generated, emailed, legally structured. No more dropped calls with no skin in the game.
Chat in-app with any talent or buyer. When both sides are ready to move forward, send a Letter of Intent with one click — protecting both parties before the first call.
AI matching works across 7 languages. A producer in Singapore can find and connect with talent in Lagos, Seoul, or São Paulo — the AI matches on meaning, not just keywords.
Once a meeting is scheduled, daily reminders go out to both parties. No ghosting, no missed calls, no wasted time on either side.
Create and promote UpStage in your community — earn 70% off 6 months of subscription and in-app purchases. The more creators spread the word, the faster the flywheel turns.
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— Rachel Loh, FounderThe industry doesn't lack talent. It lacks access. UpStage was built to give every non-union actor, every micro-creator, every underrated performer a direct path to the people who are actually looking for them — without paying a toll to get in the door.
No gatekeepers. No geography. No glass ceiling for non-union talent.
Direct relationships over agency middlemen. Signal over noise.
A world where the best talent gets found — not the best-connected.
Whether you are booking talent or looking for work — the middleman is optional.
Actors, creators, performers — get discovered by producers and brands worldwide.
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