Graduates
The Spotlight Graduate membership is our unique discounted membership tailored especially for students in their final year of study, and is the stamp of approval you need to begin promoting yourself as a professional performer.
Please note that not all schools are eligible for the Graduate membership. Scroll down to find out more about our eligibility requirements.
How Spotlight works for you
SPOTLIGHT PROFILE
Your chance to showcase your skills, credits, photos and showreel to casting professionals seeking young performers for their projects.
CONTACTS
Everything you need to know about a career in the entertainment industry, whether you’re a young performer or their parent. Check our comprehensive listings for people and services that you need.
DEVELOPMENT AND EVENTS
A range of events to help you to be successful, from practical skill workshops to opportunities to meet casting professionals or agents.
DISCOUNTS
Exclusive savings from high-street retailers and services for professional performers, all because you’re a member of Spotlight.
SPOTLIGHT MEMBERSHIP
Graduates
Join Spotlight to connect with casting professionals and the best roles available in the UK, Europe and beyond. To join as a Graduate, you need to have graduated from a course that meets Spotlight’s graduate course criteria.
Best Deal
Pay Annually
£134.70* / year
Billed annually
(£112.25 + VAT)
Flexible payments
Pay Monthly
£12.18* / month
Direct debit only
(£10.15 + VAT)
*The price may vary based on any discounts applied to your subscription, as well as VAT added at checkout. Membership discounts are available to performers who are disabled and/or neurodivergent. Find out more on our Diversity & Inclusivity page.
All Memberships include:
Graduate Course Criteria
To qualify for Spotlight Graduate Membership, new graduate courses must meet specific criteria. Below are the key requirements that courses must fulfil for their students to be eligible.
- Vocational training courses for performers – practical rather than theoretical.
- No more than 22 students in a class, and 30 weeks in a year of instruction
- Equivalent to RQF 6/SCQF 9 or above qualification issued by a recognised body
- Courses that offer a professional showcase opportunity, attended by industry
- Contact hours in excess of 30 hours per week
- Clear commitments on safeguarding, bullying and harassment, and diversity
- Access to professional facilities
If your course is not currently part of the Graduate scheme, please ask your course leader to complete the Spotlight Graduate Course Application form. Please note that only the course leader can apply for course recognition with Spotlight. We do not accept applications from students.
