What is Spotlight Intro?

Spotlight Intro is your opportunity to introduce yourself to casting professionals, with a 1-2 minute video, as part of your Spotlight CV. Your Spotlight Intro gives a casting director a quick introduction to you, your character and your voice, in a matter of minutes. Think of it as your video 'calling card', or a video version of a covering letter you might enclose with a paper CV. It's a tool which has proved incredibly popular in the US, where thousands of actors introduce themselves to casting professionals and agents via a brief video.

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Why should I have one?

Whereas your showreel shows you in a range of characters, your Spotlight Intro shows you 'the person'. Your Spotlight Intro is not a montage of work, just an informal chat to camera. Ideally you should have both your Spotlight Intro and a showreel on your web CV. Spotlight Intro is a quick, simple but invaluable promotional tool, and particularly handy if you are just starting out in the profession and don't have footage for a full showreel just yet. We recommend that performers update their Spotlight Intro every year, as they change and their careers develop.

"Spotlight Intros are a fantastic way for us to consider actors whom we haven't met before. Intros are available day or night at a moment's notice, and will certainly help us make a decision on whether to call someone in for an audition."
Manuel Puro, Jeremy Zimmerman Casting

"Much better than just a photo. Every performer should have one."
Tracy Saban, Crocodile Casting

How does it work?

We film Spotlight Intros at our studio in Leicester Square. It takes less than an hour. Our cameraman will work with you to film the best possible footage, and then edit this into the finished product. Your Spotlight Intro will appear on your Spotlight web CV within one week, underneath your photo, for casting directors to watch. You can also take a copy away on DVD if you wish.

How much does it cost?

It costs £60 + VAT to record your Spotlight Intro and add this to your web CV. DVD copies cost £10 each.

How do I book?

To book a session to record your Spotlight Intro, please email thom.hammond@spotlight.com or call 020 7440 5041.

How should I prepare for my session?

Have a think about the information you want to get across. Good topics to cover include: where you trained, your recent performances, who your agent is, why you decided to become a performer, directors or performers you admire, and roles you would love to play. Keep it informal and relaxed - just imagine you are having a chat with the casting director or agent you want to meet!

If you have an agent, we recommend that you discuss your Spotlight Intro with them beforehand as they may have some valuable input on how you should present yourself.

Terms and Conditions

Please be aware that the final edit will be at the discretion of our experienced, professional editors. We regret that we are unable to offer a re-edit or refund.