Self-Tape Evaluation Rubric for TV and Casting

Grading Scale

Grade

Description

Sent to Callback

Demonstrates high industry standards, with no technical issues and outstanding performance quality.

Accepted by Director

Showcases professional-level acting with understanding of character and scene.

Sent to Director

Displays advanced acting technique but requires more depth in performance.

Accepted by Casting Director

Covers basic requirements but lacks refinement and depth in acting.

Accepted by Agent

Meets basic submission requirements but does not showcase acting ability.

Notes

  • Criteria are tailored for both commercial and film self-tapes.

  • Feedback should guide students on how to progress through levels.

Rubric

AGENT Acceptance Criteria

Achieved

Description

File is correctly labelled

Submitted by WeTransfer

Submitted on-time

Headshot included (for TV)

Correct character selection

CASTING DIRECTOR Acceptance Criteria

Achieved

Description

Correct shooting style

Appropriate wardrobe for role

Reader has been briefed properly - and reads in well

Hits key action points as per brief

DIRECTOR Acceptance Criteria

Achieved

Description

Performance is aligned with project style

Correct eyeline

Words are correct

Clear delivery and setting communicated

Believable portrayal

THROUGH TO CALLBACK