Spotlight Self-Tape
Gone are the days of wrestling with bulky file transfers, expiring links, and the anxiety of “Did they receive it?” Spotlight Self-Tape replaces cluttered emails and lost attachments with a streamlined, professional solution. Now, casting directors can send self-tape requests and performers and agents can upload tapes directly through their Spotlight account.
Spotlight Self-Tape is an essential digital tool designed to bridge the gap between a performer’s living room and the casting director’s office.
Built directly into the Spotlight platform, it allows performers or their agents to receive self-tape requests directly from casting directors. Self-tapes can then be uploaded to Spotlight, allowing casting directors to manage, view, and share submissions – all within one secure ecosystem. Furthermore, it works seamlessly with our agency solution, Tagmin.
By centralising the process, Spotlight eliminates the need for complicated Dropbox or WeTransfer file transfers. Our new feature ensures every self-tape is seamlessly attached to a performer’s profile, granting instant access to their credits, headshots and professional information.
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers.
My agent has asked me to submit a Spotlight Self-Tape, how do I do this?
Your agent should email the self-tape request to you. Within it you’ll find all of the information needed to record your video. Once you’ve recorded your tape and are ready to upload it, check out our handy step-by-step guide for performers.
I'm a performer, how do I accept a Spotlight Self-Tape request?
To accept a Spotlight Self-Tape request, you need to respond directly through your Spotlight account. The process differs slightly depending on whether you are represented by an agent or self-represented. Check out our handy step-by-step guides for more information.
As an agent, how can my client upload the tape directly to the casting director themselves?
To get the information to your clients within the Spotlight platform, you need to use the ‘Send to Client’ feature. This generates a secure, unique link for each actor.
On Tagmin, if you don’t want to approve the self-tape first and you’d prefer your client to send the tape directly to the casting director, select ‘Yes’ under the ‘Skip Tape Approval’ on the self-tape booking form.
I'm an agent, how do I forward the Spotlight Self-Tape request to my clients when I want them to upload the tape themselves?
To forward the requests to your clients so they can submit their tape(s) directly to the casting professional, open the request in your Spotlight account and select ‘Send to Client’. This will generate a secure upload link for each actor, including the instructions written by the casting team.
How does Spotlight Self-Tape work with Tagmin?
Spotlight Self-Tape integrates directly into the Tagmin platform, making it easy for agents to work effortlessly with their clients. From sharing requests and breakdown information to stitching videos and submitting approved tapes.
Find out how agents can simplify and accelerate their TagTapes workflow.
Who do I contact if I have an issue uploading the self-tape on Spotlight and the deadline is imminent?
If the issue is with the platform itself (e.g. your account is locked), contact Spotlight’s support team by email (questions@spotlight.com) or via live chat in Spotlight Support. Please remember that support is available Monday to Friday, 10am – 5:30pm.
If you have questions about the Self-Tape request, you can contact the casting director using their email on the original request you received.
If you’re represented by an agent, give them a call as they’re the bridge between you and the casting director. Alternatively, if your agent forwarded you the request, you can contact the casting director via the email address there.
Find more answers on our Support site.
