Welcome to the BBC x Spotlight Portal
BBC staff – Including BBC Studios, BBC Worldwide and subsidiaries of the BBC, are able to access Spotlight for free as part of a company-wide agreement we have in place which grants you open access to our database of over 90,000 performers from the UK and Ireland, as well as many top English-speaking talent across Europe and beyond. As of January 2025 all BBC staff members need to have their own secure log-in which is linked to your email address. To set up your account now, click below.
Who can use Spotlight?
Spotlight is open to anyone at the BBC or its subsidiaries who have a legitimate interest in researching or contacting actors or performers. Some of our features are reserved exclusively for casting professionals.
Spotlight Features
We have thousands of search facets to choose from. If you’re looking for a french-speaking horse-rider, you’ll find them here!
Available for all.
View performance credits, showreels, headshots, location details, skills, training and more detailed information such as height, eye colour, disability and ethnicity or heritage.
Available for all.
All of our Under 18s have to have agency representation who have been vetted by our team. This allows you to work with our young talent in confidence.
Available for all.
Create lists of actors who fit-the-bill and then share your ideas with casting teams and colleagues at the touch of a button.
Available for all.
Contact agents or self-represented performers directly and check their availability.
Casting professionals only.
Request audition materials such as self-tapes and audioclips.
Casting professionals only.
Store media files and present them to colleagues with links to Spotlight profiles and your notes.
Casting professionals only.
If you have a performing role to fill you can post this on our Jobs Feed and within minutes you’ll receive suitable suggestions from interested candidates.
Casting professionals only.
The BBC Portal
Being a member of Spotlight provides casting professionals with access to a diverse and extensive roster of talent, ensuring the right fit for any role.
