Mandy
Reviews and Complaints

I didn't take this site seriously a few years before; I had been jaded
By the "others" (and you know who you are) that basically prostitute
The voice market, and had become gun-shy about re-entering into the
Market.

After about a week of not wanting a "full" membership, I began to
Receive free queries about jobs. I actually received responses and
Potential work from producers and ADs. What better promotion for a
Regular membership?

In the words of philosopher Barry Manilow: "Oh, Mandy!"

I've been using Mandy for many years and as far as film/video jobs go i find it to be the best site. I have got jobs through them in the past. They have up to date job postings and make it easy to apply its a great place to even just see what's out there. They give good descriptions and always tell you the pay rate which is great for me. They have new listings everyday which makes it easy to be one of the 1st to apply. If you have experience and know what you want go to mandy. I only do film and video however they may have other jobs as well i'm not sure.

Since childhood I have been dreaming about becoming an actor, however I couldn't find any opportunity which would help me to develop my skills. I played some plays at school and my accomplishment is that I was chosen for major roles. I started to search for various websites and companies which could promote me as a beginning actor and I found mandy. It seemed to me that it was a real key to the world of theater plays. I applied here and understood how to cooperate with these guys in order to become a real actor. I highly recommend this website for those who also can't reveal their potential.

I first got on to Mandy several years ago.
My story is that I wanted to break into the business and had a friend suggest me this website for Jobs and Auditions.

Like is our nature as performers, I had a slight apprehension of its reliability, yet quickly proven wrong. Right away I began to at least get noticed and called in to rooms.

Look at it this way, if you get just ONE job off of it, it will more than pay for your subscription fee.

That's it, I was hooked and it's an Immensely useful tool for an unrepresented actor to start working and gain experience. It has grown as a site since I joined and become very User friendly.

It's worth the money because it makes YOU money.

Carry on Mandy :)

I was a member of Star Now for 10 years and didn't get a single paid job, only TFP work. As soon as I joined Mandy I had 5 paid jobs in 1 month. It is pure luck though because some months aren't as busy... However I only get paid work on Mandy and it's very professional.
I recommended my mum too and she got an over 50s modelling job for Lumen in her first week.
I currently have separate profiles as a model, dancer and TV Extra, and there are ongoing updated jobs coming in for all ages.
I would recommend to everyone and my only regret is wasting 10 years of membership on Star Now, when I could have joined Mandy.
The only down side to the site is having to wait for photos to be approved, so if you're in a rush to upload something it can take 24 hours.

I admit that Mandy give me the opportunity to develop-my skills, despite of I gotten hired in some jobs but and got paid or at least have credits but in the same times, I got advise from from professional directors and also auditions a lot, which make me developed my skills, in other hand there customer support is very helpful, prompt reply and patience for questions and inquiries, the system also is good which comfortable to check your email for new job post according to your profile and listed in the website also, not only that many directors respond via messaging system, I think Mandy considered one of the top online casting platform especially for aspiring talents, I advise talents to register immediately but be patient, you ll find an image from a music video I auditioned and joined through Mandy also a page from modelling contract I obtain via Mandy, so please keep trying, create a profile express your talents and personality and follow up

I received no value from this site and wasted money joining as it was the only way to connect with opportunities promoted… This site continued to charge me with their auto renew and when I discovered they had done this, even though I canceled and am not, have not been using their service as it is worthless, they refuse any refund. They claim you can go online to cancel, but that is not true. I went online and it would not even allow me to cancel my credit card details to prevent them stealing further money from my account. It turned out that I had to email them to cancel… how convenient! Do not give them money and do not give them your credit card information to access this useless service… AVOID!

I'm am an aspiring actor from Toronto with very little experiences and been looking for some really good training just to get in the business but when I try checking out some of the classes in the website, I ends up wasting my time and money with these so called acting coaches that couldn't teach me anything to improve my acting ability. All I get from there was some stupid silly improv and pointless mind games where I had to think of things in my personal life to force out emotions which has nothing to do with acting or the scene I suppose to work on (I do not believe this is how to acting and that "true acting" is about storytelling and put yourself in the situation by really feeling whatever is happening in the story. These people who I wouldn't mention any names don't even own theirselves a real acting studio but instead runs the so called classes from their either homes, hotel, basement, etc. I haven't been to all of the classes in the website just to let you know since I was trying to find good affordable training but couldn't find an actual teacher that own a real studio and have real teaching experiences. I don't understand why this site have these people around as I can see this could be a good resource for any aspiring actor like myself to find real training to get the acting industry. I know this place is good for getting involve in short film to gain experiences and places to audition seem legit since there are run by colleges out there but what's the point of that when you can't get good training to prepare yourself to audition for these films. I am very disappointed and lost some hope of getting in the industry but would like to see some changes to improve the site by preventing anyone from being scammed from these frauds I had encounter so far...

As previously mentioned, it used to be "OK" when it was free, but it's a farce now you have to pay. I've 10 years+ of professional experience on international films and TV but have paid a couple of times for a monthly subscription so I can see the info about a couple of specific jobs.

My negative rating isn't purely down to the fact that it's a particularly bad site because it's alright - you have a profile page, can upload docs like CV, list contact details and references etc - but largely due to the fact that it is, and always has been, populated by arrogant and ignorant wankers who a lot of the time don't actually know what they're doing or anything about the industry.

Even when I was looking for unpaid opportunities starting out, I probably received one reply from every hundred apps if I was lucky. Nothing's changed despite having a strong portfolio now and seeking paid work, which a lot of the time is pitiful - my day rate is more than what's offered for a feature film!

People posting jobs there should also really learn that if they're offering very low if any pay, they shouldn't have the tenacity to list ridiculous demands of applicants to be professional experts with 50 feature film credits, able to provide a Dolby Atmos studio in the heart of Soho for 6 months free of charge, have Scorsese, Spielberg and Tarantino's numbers on speed dial, be able to secure an international release deal and bring Hitchcoc back from the dead to direct their film... but it's OK, because you'll get an IMDB credit and copy of the DVD for your hard work.

If it was free I wouldn't have written this review, but it's cost me money so thought I'd relay some facts. Hopefully it won't be too long before someone provides a solution by setting up a free, user serviced website to provide competition and get film industry staff working a bit more collaboratively.

UPDATE: still not a single job from it since originally posting this.

I'm not too sure about Mandy.com. I mean, why would a company only choose to have their listings with Mandy? It's a paid service, which means that very few crew members will sign up for it. Companies want to have access to as many people as possible, right? They can easily advertise on Craigslist, Indeed, which doesn't charge people to view submissions. That way, they will get a lot more candidates than Mandy.

The listings on Mandy also seem fake to me. No one I know has ever gotten a job from paying the subscription. I have tons of experience and have never received even an interview request. Ever. It's pretty frustrating, to be honest. There's no way to even know the company's name that's advertising or if it even exists (it doesn't) because they don't give out the company's name. Legitimate companies advertise the name of their company because they want to get the best candidates.

I'm not saying that Mandy is a scam, but it definitely seems fishy to me. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a job in the film or TV industry. There are plenty of other websites out there that are free and have legitimate job listings. Don't waste your time or money on Mandy.

I've been using Mandy for a decade now, and boy have things changed. Back in the day, it was a great resource for finding short-term production jobs. But about three years ago, things took a turn for the worse.

Suddenly, users were being charged ?30 a month or ?200 a year just to read job descriptions and apply. I mean, come on! That's just insulting. And to make matters worse, they found some loophole in some "advertising" law to justify it.

But it doesn't end there. Now, people have to pay over ?200 a year just to have access to the site. That's absolutely ridiculous! I could maybe understand if it was a couple of quid to apply for a job, but ?200?! That's highway robbery!

Honestly, people need to stop giving them money. If we all stop paying, maybe they'll either disappear for good or rethink their business model. It's like they say, "vote with your wallet."

It's a shame, really. Mandy used to be a great resource. But like most businesses, it was better before it got bought out by a bigger, more evil fish.

I gotta say, my experience with Mandy Crews has been less than stellar. I mean, I signed up hoping to find some legit job opportunities in the film and TV industry, but all I've gotten so far are a bunch of fake inquiries. It's like, come on, Mandy, can't you do better than this?

The thing is, it's not hard to spot the fakes if you do a little digging. I mean, these scammers are so lazy that they don't even bother to get their stories straight. Like, they'll claim to be based in the US, but then their website says they're in London. It's like, seriously? You think I'm that dumb?

What really grinds my gears, though, is the fact that Mandy Crews is giving out my personal info to these shady characters. Like, what the heck, man? Do you not care about your users' safety? I shudder to think what could happen to someone who doesn't do their research and falls for one of these scams.

And don't even get me started on the whole paying-to-apply thing. Like, seriously, Mandy? You expect me to fork over my hard-earned cash just for the privilege of applying to a job? That's some straight-up scammy behavior right there.

I've tried to get my profile removed from the site multiple times, but it's like talking to a brick wall. Mandy Crews just ignores me and keeps on doing their thing. It's frustrating as heck, and it's made me lose all faith in this site.

I haven't spent a dime on Mandy Crews, and after my experience as a regular member, I don't plan on it. If you're thinking about signing up, I'd say proceed with caution. There are definitely some red flags to watch out for.

I've had some pretty good experiences with Mandy, I gotta say. I've landed a few gigs that I really enjoyed and even caught the attention of some casting directors who were on the hunt for some specific skills that I had to offer. It was pretty sweet, I won't lie.

But let me tell you, you gotta be real careful when you're applying for jobs on there. Some of them are offering pay that's so low, it's practically criminal (even though they try to make it seem like it's not at first). And don't even get me started on the commercials that are advertised as being in perpetuity, with no limits on where they'll be shown. That's some shady stuff right there.

And then there are the projects that just seem downright dodgy. Like, I remember applying for this writing feature film once and they sent me the script and everything. But then they asked me to send pictures of myself in a bikini and whether or not I'd be cool with rehearsing any sex scenes with the director. Um, excuse me? That's not cool.

It's a real bummer that Mandy doesn't seem to have any ethics or rules or anything to protect people from that kind of stuff. It's up to each individual to keep themselves safe, which is kind of messed up if you ask me. But hey, if you're willing to sift through all the sketchy stuff, there are some decent opportunities to be found on there. Just be careful, alright?

Mandy used to be a great resource for finding jobs in the entertainment industry. It was completely free to use, but now they have changed their policy. You can only apply for five jobs per month unless you buy a premium membership. And now, it seems that you can't even apply at all unless you pay. This is really frustrating for people who are just starting out in the industry and don't have a lot of money to spend.

I used to have a premium membership, but it recently expired. Even when I did have it, I found that many of the job postings would redirect me to the employer's site to apply. This defeats the purpose of using Mandy in the first place. It used to be quick and easy to apply for jobs within the site, but now it's just not worth it anymore.

Instead of using Mandy, I have started keeping a spreadsheet of NYC production companies that have been posting jobs over the years. I will just start bugging them on my own as I see fit. It's interesting to see how often some companies seem to re-post the same job. Are they hiring the wrong people, or are they a toxic environment? It's hard to say, but it's definitely something to keep in mind.

I have also noticed that I had much more luck with Mandy years ago when I was younger and less experienced. There were infinitely fewer production venues back then, so it was easier to stand out. Nowadays, it's much harder to get noticed. It's a shame that Mandy has become so difficult to use, but I guess that's just the way things go sometimes.

I just don't get it, why do we have to pay to apply for jobs in this industry? It's not like we're making big bucks here. I've tried StarNow and it's a complete waste of time. Spotlight is just too expensive, it's like they only want the rich and famous to apply. That's why I think Mandy and Backstage are the better options for us working professionals. After all, we're only making ?50 per show, and that's after 4 long years in the industry.

But here's the thing, every time I look for job opportunities on Mandy, I can't apply unless I pay for a subscription. And even then, they say there's no fee for the job. So, what's the point of paying to apply for a job that doesn't even pay you? It's like they're saying, "Hey, you gotta spend money to make money." But with my ?80,000 student debt, personal liability insurance, headshots, showreel, and home recording equipment, it seems like the spending never stops.

I can't say much more about Mandy, to be honest. I'm only writing this review to get a 7-day free trial, which I'm sure will be a waste of time. I doubt I'll get any paid job from it. But hey, at least it's something, right?

Mandy used to be alright, but now it's not so great. If you're a crew or talent, this site is not the best for you. I find that I get more gigs just by reaching out to my personal network. Crew members are already being taken advantage of in this industry, and Mandy just makes it worse by limiting opportunities to specific regions. Plus, it's not fair that you have to pay just for the chance to get a gig - there's no guarantee that you'll actually get it. This is a pretty shady way of doing things, and it's not good for the industry as a whole.

As for talent, you're already paying a percentage to your agent, so having to pay again just to maybe get a gig is not ideal. It's basically cutting into your pay, and who wants that? I tried using Mandy for two months to see if it would make a difference, but it didn't. I didn't get any more gigs than I was already getting on my own.

If you want to save yourself some money and frustration, I recommend joining Facebook groups instead. They're free, and you might have better luck finding gigs that way. Overall, I wouldn't recommend Mandy to anyone. It's just not worth the money or the hassle.

Mandy.com is a really good website for people who are trying to make it in the creative arts industry. It's like Backstage and other similar websites where you can find lots of job listings and opportunities. You can even pay for a Premium membership which gives you more access to opportunities and lets you upload more pictures on your profile. I think it's a bit of a shame that you have to pay for this, because most people who are trying to make it in the industry are already on a tight budget. But I guess that's just how it is these days.

Overall, I think Mandy.com is a really useful resource for anyone who is looking for work in the creative arts industry. However, I would also recommend looking for Facebook Groups in your local area that list casting opportunities. These groups are completely free and can be just as helpful as Mandy.com. But if you're looking for opportunities further afield, then Mandy.com is definitely worth checking out.

I've been using Mandy.com for almost three years now and I have to say, it's been a pretty disappointing experience. I've been working in the cinema industry for over 10 years and have 15 years of experience overall, so I know what I'm doing. It's not like I'm not qualified for the jobs I'm applying for.

One of the biggest issues I have with Mandy is that there's no way to tell which job postings are actually legitimate. It would be really helpful if they had a "reply rate" feature so you could see which organizations actually respond to applicants. As it is, I feel like I'm just throwing my applications into a black hole.

I've also noticed that there seem to be a lot of fake job ads on the site. I suspect that some of them are created by Mandy's own staff to make the site look more active than it really is. It's frustrating to spend time applying for jobs that don't actually exist.

Overall, I've only received responses to about 2% of the applications I've submitted through Mandy. That's a pretty dismal success rate. I've had much better luck finding work through other channels.

I've tried to raise these concerns with Mandy's customer service team, but I've never received a response. It's pretty frustrating to pay for a service and then not even get a basic level of support.

Honestly, I'm not even sure if Mandy is a legitimate site. I would recommend avoiding it like the bubonic plague.

I really used to like Mandy for its popularity and well-organized job, and well-designed website. But something has changed and everything went wrong. Now for logging into the website, you have to put your personal information. But I'm not going to share my private information with people I don't know. Nobody guarantees you won't use it for fraud purposes.
Probably, you have changed the management and they decided to improve the website.
You did it for nothing. It used to be great and didn't need any improvements.

I have been using badoo since April 2015. On March 2017 my account got blocked. They said I violetes their terms which I know i did not. Am real am not a scammer. Maybe someone who doesn't like me reported me to badoo. And since then any other account i open subsequently got blocked instantly for no reason. Pls badoo team kindly unblock my account pls. My email address is. [protected]@gmail.com

Mandy used to be a good site and I really liked it. But that was then and now things are a lot different. When I wasn't able to log into my account I contacted Mandy customer service and asked for help. Their rep asked me ridiculous questions that made no sense. And then they said they need photo of my ID and card. I refused to do that and they said that without that information they are not able to help me. Total scam!