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Podcast: SpotlightUK
Episode:

How to Make Your Spotlight Profile Stand Out
Category: Arts
Duration: 00:53:49
Publish Date: 2025-02-04 10:37:42
Description:

Tips for making your Spotlight profile the best it can be to help casting directors discover you.

Join us as we discuss what to include on your Spotlight profile – along with expert advice on showreels, headshots, special skills and the best way to contact casting directors.

If you've just joined Spotlight and you're not sure where to start – or if you feel your profile isn't working hard enough for you – this is the episode for you.

The topics we cover include:

  • Setting up your Spotlight profile
  • What to write in the ‘About Me’ section
  • What to include and leave out of showreels
  • Selecting the best pictures to represent you
  • Reaching out to casting directors and agents
  • When to add a skill to your profile
  • How to refresh your profile
  • Returning to Spotlight after a hiatus

Take a look at the full episode transcript and discover more profile tips and advice on Spotlight.com.

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This podcast is brought to you by Spotlight, the home of casting, which has been helping professional performers find roles in TV, film and theatre since 1927.

Over 90% of UK television work is cast on Spotlight and now joining us is easier than ever! If you have professional training or professional performance credits or a recommendation from an agent or casting director, you can sign up to become a Spotlight member. As a member, you’ll get access to our jobs board, and exclusive members-only benefits like workshops, events, discounts and more! 

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