The Catch 22: How To Get An Agent Without Spotlight | Can I Still Get Acting Representation?

[@darrentaylor9488]

Thanks Gemma! I’m in this situation as I’m still one credit away from spotlight!

[@GemmaWallaceActing]

No problem! Ah that's awesome though... almost there for it anyways!

[@BlakeRidder]

Oh hello fringe

[@GemmaWallaceActing]

Ah yes!! Loving it!!

[@AJDonnelly]

Considering Spotlight's move towards the darkside over the past 12 months (crazily increasing prices, exploitative practices, lowering standards etc.), and Equity's new stance against them, do you still recommend people actually need to be on Spotlight? Has being a member helped you get a lot of work since you joined? I used to be a member, but just can't support their practices now.

[@GemmaWallaceActing]

To be honest I’m still kinda torn with this exact point. It is crazy prices and personally life never landed a role on the platform. But then again I have had self tapes more now - but do think that’s down having a good agent who personalises my submissions. Sorry to say but I’m not decided yet…. But do agree the tiered paying things was off

[@AJDonnelly]

Thanks for the reply! I read from many actors across social media, "I have never got a job from Spotlight, but still feel I have to be on there." I would like to say that I hope the industry is moving towards change, but I always seem to get roasted on Facebook by actors when I suggest they stop paying the industry Mob (Spotlight), as if they were all Stockholm Syndrome sufferers. 🤣 But it is what it is. I did a search yesterday for a few hours, and identified several agencies, both large and boutique, that don't require Spotlight for representation. I'll definitely be going in that direction once I'm ready to seek representation in the UK. Anyhow, best of luck with you continuing journey. Hope to see more videos from you soon! @@GemmaWallaceActing