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Whether you're running your first project on Castora or coordinating a season of productions, the pages here cover the full workflow.",[20,21,23],"h2",{"id":22},"start-here","Start here",[25,26,27,36,43,50],"ul",{},[28,29,30,35],"li",{},[31,32,34],"a",{"href":33},"\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Fmanaging-auditions","Managing Auditions"," — organise, edit, and track auditions throughout the casting process.",[28,37,38,42],{},[31,39,41],{"href":40},"\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Freviewing-submissions","Reviewing Submissions"," — score self-tapes consistently with your team using weighted criteria.",[28,44,45,49],{},[31,46,48],{"href":47},"\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Fusing-the-audition-room","Using the Audition Room"," — discuss submissions with timestamped comments and reach a shared verdict.",[28,51,52,56],{},[31,53,55],{"href":54},"\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Faudition-visibility","Audition Visibility Settings"," — control who can see an audition, from public calls to invite-only shortlists.",[20,58,60],{"id":59},"related","Related",[25,62,63,70],{},[28,64,65,69],{},[31,66,68],{"href":67},"\u002Fdocs\u002Fgetting-started","Getting Started"," — account setup and first-audition walkthrough.",[28,71,72,76],{},[31,73,75],{"href":74},"\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-performers","For Performers"," — the performer-side of the workflow, useful context when writing briefs.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":80},"",2,[81,82],{"id":22,"depth":79,"text":23},{"id":59,"depth":79,"text":60},"Guides for casting directors, producers, and reviewers — managing auditions, reviewing submissions, and collaborating with your team.","md",false,{},true,0,"\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams",{"title":6,"description":83},"Everything casting directors and producers need to know about running auditions on Castora — from managing projects to reviewing submissions collaboratively.","For Casting Teams — Castora Docs","docs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Findex","FsvwT1b5Ro9KO-9Yp4Yg1Ph_1ZNOnbbh8wL-mvi789I",{"id":96,"title":75,"author":7,"body":97,"date":7,"description":150,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":151,"navigation":87,"order":88,"path":74,"readingTime":7,"seo":152,"seoDescription":153,"seoTitle":154,"stem":155,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":156},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-performers\u002Findex.md",{"type":9,"value":98,"toc":146},[99,102,105,107,130,132],[12,100,75],{"id":101},"for-performers",[16,103,104],{},"These guides are for performers using Castora — actors, singers, dancers, and anyone submitting to an audition. 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Instead of juggling attachments and losing track of feedback, you get structured auditions, objective scoring, and a shared space where everyone stays on the same page.",[16,179,180],{},"At its core, Castora is built around four key capabilities:",[25,182,183,190,196,202],{},[28,184,185,189],{},[186,187,188],"strong",{},"Async Auditions"," — publish audition briefs and collect self-tape submissions on your timeline, not around everyone's conflicting schedules.",[28,191,192,195],{},[186,193,194],{},"Collaborative Scoring"," — evaluate submissions using weighted, outcome-based criteria so every reviewer scores consistently.",[28,197,198,201],{},[186,199,200],{},"Audition Room"," — discuss submissions with timestamped comments, threaded replies, and clear verdicts — all in one place.",[28,203,204,207],{},[186,205,206],{},"Resource Drive"," — store and organise scripts, sides, reference materials, and media files with fine-grained access controls.",[20,209,211],{"id":210},"how-castora-works","How Castora works",[16,213,214],{},"The typical Castora workflow follows three stages:",[216,217,219],"h3",{"id":218},"_1-publish","1. Publish",[16,221,222],{},"Create an audition by defining the role, uploading any supporting materials, and setting your submission deadline. Share the audition link with performers or invite them directly.",[216,224,226],{"id":225},"_2-collect","2. Collect",[16,228,229],{},"Performers record and upload their self-tapes at a time that suits them. No scheduling conflicts, no travel, no waiting rooms. Submissions arrive in your dashboard ready for review.",[216,231,233],{"id":232},"_3-review","3. Review",[16,235,236],{},"Your casting team watches submissions, scores them against your defined criteria, and discusses standout performances in the Audition Room. Weighted scores surface the strongest candidates without subjective bias dominating the process.",[20,238,240],{"id":239},"setting-up-your-account","Setting up your account",[16,242,243],{},"Getting started takes just a few minutes:",[245,246,247,260,266],"ol",{},[28,248,249,252,253,259],{},[186,250,251],{},"Sign up"," at ",[31,254,258],{"href":255,"rel":256},"https:\u002F\u002Fapp.getcastora.com",[257],"nofollow","app.getcastora.com"," using your email or Google account.",[28,261,262,265],{},[186,263,264],{},"Complete your profile"," — add your name, role, and organisation so your team can identify you.",[28,267,268,271],{},[186,269,270],{},"Create or join an organisation"," — if your team is already on Castora, ask for an invite. Otherwise, create a new organisation and you'll be set as the owner.",[16,273,274],{},"Once you're in, you'll land on your dashboard where you can create auditions, manage submissions, and invite collaborators.",[20,276,278],{"id":277},"key-concepts","Key concepts",[16,280,281],{},"Before diving deeper, here are a few terms you'll see throughout the docs:",[25,283,284,290,296,302,308],{},[28,285,286,289],{},[186,287,288],{},"Organisation"," — your team's shared workspace. All auditions, files, and members live under one organisation.",[28,291,292,295],{},[186,293,294],{},"Audition"," — a casting call for a specific role, containing the brief, submission requirements, and collected self-tapes.",[28,297,298,301],{},[186,299,300],{},"Submission"," — a performer's response to an audition, typically including a self-tape video and any requested materials.",[28,303,304,307],{},[186,305,306],{},"Scorecard"," — the set of weighted criteria your team uses to evaluate submissions objectively.",[28,309,310,313],{},[186,311,312],{},"Verdict"," — the final decision on a submission: shortlisted, held, or passed.",[20,315,317],{"id":316},"whats-next","What's next?",[16,319,320],{},"Ready to dive in? Here's where to go from here:",[25,322,323,330,337,342],{},[28,324,325,329],{},[31,326,328],{"href":327},"\u002Fdocs\u002Fgetting-started\u002Fcreating-your-first-audition","Creating Your First Audition"," — step-by-step guide to publishing your first casting call.",[28,331,332,336],{},[31,333,335],{"href":334},"\u002Fdocs\u002Fgetting-started\u002Finviting-your-team","Inviting Your Team"," — bring your casting directors, producers, and coordinators into Castora.",[28,338,339,341],{},[31,340,6],{"href":89}," — detailed guides on managing auditions, reviewing submissions, and using the Audition Room.",[28,343,344,346],{},[31,345,75],{"href":74}," — everything performers need to know about finding auditions and submitting self-tapes.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":348},[349,350,356,357,358],{"id":173,"depth":79,"text":174},{"id":210,"depth":79,"text":211,"children":351},[352,354,355],{"id":218,"depth":353,"text":219},3,{"id":225,"depth":353,"text":226},{"id":232,"depth":353,"text":233},{"id":239,"depth":79,"text":240},{"id":277,"depth":79,"text":278},{"id":316,"depth":79,"text":317},"Everything you need to know to get up and running with Castora in minutes.",{},{"title":68,"description":359},"Learn how to set up your Castora account, create your first audition, and invite your team.","docs\u002Fgetting-started\u002Findex","ePXSShquIXWNB-MKbk5WK9ZBBs_POVtrurSSK6w_288",{"id":366,"title":34,"author":7,"body":367,"date":7,"description":840,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":841,"navigation":87,"order":842,"path":33,"readingTime":7,"seo":843,"seoDescription":844,"seoTitle":845,"stem":846,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":847},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Fmanaging-auditions.md",{"type":9,"value":368,"toc":809},[369,372,375,379,382,408,412,415,441,445,448,452,474,478,481,485,488,492,524,528,542,546,553,557,561,564,590,594,600,611,614,618,622,625,651,655,662,676,680,683,697,701,721,724,728,731,748,751,755,759,766,770,773,777],[12,370,34],{"id":371},"managing-auditions",[16,373,374],{},"Once you've created and published an audition, Castora gives you a full set of tools to manage the process from first submission to final decision. This guide covers everything from organising multiple auditions to tracking progress and closing out casting calls.",[20,376,378],{"id":377},"your-audition-dashboard","Your audition dashboard",[16,380,381],{},"The dashboard is your command centre. It shows all active auditions across your organisation with key metrics at a glance:",[25,383,384,390,396,402],{},[28,385,386,389],{},[186,387,388],{},"Total submissions"," — how many self-tapes have been received.",[28,391,392,395],{},[186,393,394],{},"Pending reviews"," — submissions that haven't been scored by all assigned reviewers.",[28,397,398,401],{},[186,399,400],{},"Deadline status"," — time remaining until submissions close, or \"Rolling\" for open-ended auditions.",[28,403,404,407],{},[186,405,406],{},"Verdict progress"," — how many submissions have been shortlisted, held, or passed.",[216,409,411],{"id":410},"filtering-and-sorting","Filtering and sorting",[16,413,414],{},"With multiple auditions running simultaneously, the dashboard offers several ways to find what you need:",[25,416,417,423,429,435],{},[28,418,419,422],{},[186,420,421],{},"By project"," — filter to see only auditions within a specific project.",[28,424,425,428],{},[186,426,427],{},"By status"," — show active, closed, or draft auditions.",[28,430,431,434],{},[186,432,433],{},"By deadline"," — sort by upcoming deadlines to prioritise urgent reviews.",[28,436,437,440],{},[186,438,439],{},"Search"," — find auditions by title, role name, or project.",[20,442,444],{"id":443},"organising-with-projects","Organising with projects",[16,446,447],{},"Projects let you group related auditions together. A single production might have auditions for multiple roles, and keeping them under one project makes navigation and reporting much simpler.",[216,449,451],{"id":450},"creating-a-project","Creating a project",[245,453,454,461,468,471],{},[28,455,456,457,460],{},"From the dashboard, click ",[186,458,459],{},"Projects"," in the sidebar.",[28,462,463,464,467],{},"Click ",[186,465,466],{},"New Project",".",[28,469,470],{},"Give it a name and optional description.",[28,472,473],{},"Start creating auditions within the project, or move existing auditions into it.",[216,475,477],{"id":476},"project-level-views","Project-level views",[16,479,480],{},"When you open a project, you see all its auditions in one place with aggregated metrics. This is particularly useful for productions casting multiple roles simultaneously — you can see overall progress without clicking into each audition individually.",[20,482,484],{"id":483},"editing-a-live-audition","Editing a live audition",[16,486,487],{},"You can update most aspects of an audition even after it's been published:",[216,489,491],{"id":490},"what-you-can-change","What you can change",[25,493,494,500,506,512,518],{},[28,495,496,499],{},[186,497,498],{},"Description and requirements"," — update the brief if you need to clarify expectations or add new details.",[28,501,502,505],{},[186,503,504],{},"Supporting materials"," — upload additional scripts, reference clips, or character notes at any time.",[28,507,508,511],{},[186,509,510],{},"Scorecard criteria"," — add or modify criteria. Note: changing weights or removing criteria after reviews have started may affect existing scores.",[28,513,514,517],{},[186,515,516],{},"Deadline"," — extend or shorten the submission window.",[28,519,520,523],{},[186,521,522],{},"Reviewers"," — add or remove team members from the reviewer list.",[216,525,527],{"id":526},"what-you-cant-change","What you can't change",[25,529,530,536],{},[28,531,532,535],{},[186,533,534],{},"Audition title"," — this is locked once published to maintain consistency in shared links and performer-facing pages.",[28,537,538,541],{},[186,539,540],{},"Submitted tapes"," — you cannot edit or delete a performer's submission. Only the performer can resubmit if the audition allows it.",[216,543,545],{"id":544},"update-notifications","Update notifications",[16,547,548,549,552],{},"When you make significant changes to a live audition (deadline extension, new materials), performers who have already accessed the audition can be notified. Toggle the ",[186,550,551],{},"Notify performers"," option when saving your changes.",[20,554,556],{"id":555},"tracking-submission-progress","Tracking submission progress",[216,558,560],{"id":559},"submission-states","Submission states",[16,562,563],{},"Each submission moves through a lifecycle:",[245,565,566,572,578,584],{},[28,567,568,571],{},[186,569,570],{},"Received"," — the performer has submitted their self-tape and materials.",[28,573,574,577],{},[186,575,576],{},"In Review"," — at least one reviewer has started scoring the submission.",[28,579,580,583],{},[186,581,582],{},"Reviewed"," — all assigned reviewers have completed their scores.",[28,585,586,589],{},[186,587,588],{},"Verdict Set"," — the submission has been marked with a final decision.",[216,591,593],{"id":592},"monitoring-reviewer-activity","Monitoring reviewer activity",[16,595,596,597,599],{},"The ",[186,598,522],{}," tab on each audition shows:",[25,601,602,605,608],{},[28,603,604],{},"Which reviewers have completed their scores",[28,606,607],{},"Which reviewers still have pending submissions to evaluate",[28,609,610],{},"Average time taken per review",[16,612,613],{},"If a reviewer is falling behind, you can send them a gentle reminder directly from this screen.",[20,615,617],{"id":616},"submission-management","Submission management",[216,619,621],{"id":620},"sorting-and-filtering-submissions","Sorting and filtering submissions",[16,623,624],{},"As submissions come in, you'll want to focus your attention effectively:",[25,626,627,633,639,645],{},[28,628,629,632],{},[186,630,631],{},"Sort by score"," — surface the highest-rated submissions first.",[28,634,635,638],{},[186,636,637],{},"Sort by date"," — review in chronological order.",[28,640,641,644],{},[186,642,643],{},"Filter by verdict"," — show only shortlisted, held, passed, or un-reviewed submissions.",[28,646,647,650],{},[186,648,649],{},"Filter by reviewer status"," — show submissions that still need your review.",[216,652,654],{"id":653},"comparing-candidates","Comparing candidates",[16,656,657,658,661],{},"Select multiple submissions to enter ",[186,659,660],{},"comparison mode",". This opens a side-by-side view where you can:",[25,663,664,667,670,673],{},[28,665,666],{},"Watch two or more self-tapes simultaneously",[28,668,669],{},"Compare scores across all criteria",[28,671,672],{},"See reviewer comments for each candidate",[28,674,675],{},"Make shortlist decisions with full context",[20,677,679],{"id":678},"closing-an-audition","Closing an audition",[16,681,682],{},"When casting is complete, close the audition to finalise the process:",[245,684,685,691,694],{},[28,686,687,688,467],{},"Open the audition and click ",[186,689,690],{},"Close Audition",[28,692,693],{},"Choose whether to notify performers of the outcome.",[28,695,696],{},"Optionally add a closing note that performers can see.",[216,698,700],{"id":699},"what-closing-does","What closing does",[25,702,703,709,715],{},[28,704,705,708],{},[186,706,707],{},"Stops new submissions"," — the audition link becomes inactive and performers see a \"Closed\" status.",[28,710,711,714],{},[186,712,713],{},"Preserves all data"," — submissions, scores, comments, and verdicts remain accessible for reference.",[28,716,717,720],{},[186,718,719],{},"Locks the scorecard"," — no further scoring changes can be made.",[16,722,723],{},"Closed auditions can be reopened if needed, and all data is retained indefinitely.",[20,725,727],{"id":726},"duplicating-auditions","Duplicating auditions",[16,729,730],{},"If you're casting similar roles or running the same type of audition repeatedly, save time by duplicating:",[245,732,733,736,742,745],{},[28,734,735],{},"Open the audition you want to copy.",[28,737,463,738,741],{},[186,739,740],{},"Duplicate"," from the actions menu.",[28,743,744],{},"Edit the duplicated audition's details as needed.",[28,746,747],{},"Publish when ready.",[16,749,750],{},"Duplicating copies the brief, requirements, scorecard configuration, and materials. It does not copy submissions, scores, or reviewer assignments.",[20,752,754],{"id":753},"archiving-and-deleting","Archiving and deleting",[216,756,758],{"id":757},"archiving","Archiving",[16,760,761,762,765],{},"Archive auditions you're done with but may want to reference later. Archived auditions are hidden from the main dashboard but remain searchable and accessible from the ",[186,763,764],{},"Archive"," section.",[216,767,769],{"id":768},"deleting","Deleting",[16,771,772],{},"Deleting an audition permanently removes it and all associated data, including submissions, scores, and comments. This action cannot be undone. Only organisation owners and admins can delete auditions.",[20,774,776],{"id":775},"best-practices","Best practices",[25,778,779,785,791,797,803],{},[28,780,781,784],{},[186,782,783],{},"Use projects to stay organised"," — even for single-role productions, a project provides helpful structure.",[28,786,787,790],{},[186,788,789],{},"Check reviewer progress regularly"," — don't wait until the deadline to discover that half your team hasn't scored.",[28,792,793,796],{},[186,794,795],{},"Extend deadlines proactively"," — if you're not getting enough quality submissions, extending by a few days is better than closing with a thin candidate pool.",[28,798,799,802],{},[186,800,801],{},"Close auditions promptly"," — performers appreciate knowing when a process has concluded, even if the news isn't what they hoped for.",[28,804,805,808],{},[186,806,807],{},"Archive rather than delete"," — you never know when you'll need to reference a past audition for a similar role.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":810},[811,814,818,823,827,831,834,835,839],{"id":377,"depth":79,"text":378,"children":812},[813],{"id":410,"depth":353,"text":411},{"id":443,"depth":79,"text":444,"children":815},[816,817],{"id":450,"depth":353,"text":451},{"id":476,"depth":353,"text":477},{"id":483,"depth":79,"text":484,"children":819},[820,821,822],{"id":490,"depth":353,"text":491},{"id":526,"depth":353,"text":527},{"id":544,"depth":353,"text":545},{"id":555,"depth":79,"text":556,"children":824},[825,826],{"id":559,"depth":353,"text":560},{"id":592,"depth":353,"text":593},{"id":616,"depth":79,"text":617,"children":828},[829,830],{"id":620,"depth":353,"text":621},{"id":653,"depth":353,"text":654},{"id":678,"depth":79,"text":679,"children":832},[833],{"id":699,"depth":353,"text":700},{"id":726,"depth":79,"text":727},{"id":753,"depth":79,"text":754,"children":836},[837,838],{"id":757,"depth":353,"text":758},{"id":768,"depth":353,"text":769},{"id":775,"depth":79,"text":776},"How to organise, edit, and manage your auditions throughout the casting process.",{},1,{"title":34,"description":840},"Learn how to organise auditions by project, track submission progress, and manage your casting pipeline.","Managing Auditions — Castora Docs","docs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Fmanaging-auditions","xydO2HJgt81eJXxVZ5C5PBUx1MHSjRfAbD2m6Htb8V8",{"id":849,"title":114,"author":7,"body":850,"date":7,"description":1131,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":1132,"navigation":87,"order":842,"path":113,"readingTime":7,"seo":1133,"seoDescription":1134,"seoTitle":1135,"stem":1136,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":1137},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-performers\u002Ffinding-auditions.md",{"type":9,"value":851,"toc":1111},[852,855,858,862,865,869,872,883,886,890,893,897,900,904,907,911,914,939,942,945,965,968,972,975,979,982,1014,1018,1021,1025,1029,1032,1052,1056,1059,1070,1076,1080],[12,853,114],{"id":854},"finding-auditions",[16,856,857],{},"Castora connects performers with audition opportunities through direct invitations and shared links. Here's how to find and access the casting calls that are right for you.",[20,859,861],{"id":860},"how-auditions-reach-you","How auditions reach you",[16,863,864],{},"Unlike traditional casting platforms where you browse open listings, Castora auditions are shared directly by casting teams. This means the auditions you see are ones where the casting team has specifically sought you out or shared their casting call through a channel you follow.",[216,866,868],{"id":867},"direct-invitations","Direct invitations",[16,870,871],{},"The most common way you'll discover auditions is through a direct email invitation. When a casting team adds your email to their audition, you'll receive a message with:",[25,873,874,877,880],{},[28,875,876],{},"The audition title and role description",[28,878,879],{},"Key requirements and submission deadline",[28,881,882],{},"A direct link to view the full brief and submit your self-tape",[16,884,885],{},"Click the link to open the audition in Castora. If you don't have an account yet, you'll be guided through a quick sign-up process before accessing the audition details.",[216,887,889],{"id":888},"shared-links","Shared links",[16,891,892],{},"Casting teams can also share audition links through other channels — social media posts, agency newsletters, casting forums, or direct messages. These links work the same way as email invitations: click through to view the brief and submit.",[216,894,896],{"id":895},"through-your-agent","Through your agent",[16,898,899],{},"If your agent or manager uses Castora, they may forward audition links to you or add your email to relevant casting calls on your behalf. Check with your representation about how they handle Castora auditions.",[20,901,903],{"id":902},"accessing-an-audition","Accessing an audition",[16,905,906],{},"When you open an audition link, you'll see the full audition page with everything you need to prepare your submission:",[216,908,910],{"id":909},"the-brief","The brief",[16,912,913],{},"The brief is the casting team's description of what they're looking for. Read it carefully — it typically includes:",[25,915,916,922,928,934],{},[28,917,918,921],{},[186,919,920],{},"Role description"," — character details, age range, personality traits, and story context.",[28,923,924,927],{},[186,925,926],{},"Performance direction"," — tone, energy, emotional beats, and any specific direction from the casting team.",[28,929,930,933],{},[186,931,932],{},"Technical requirements"," — video format, framing preferences, maximum duration, and whether a slate is required.",[28,935,936,938],{},[186,937,516],{}," — when submissions close. Plan your preparation and recording time accordingly.",[216,940,504],{"id":941},"supporting-materials",[16,943,944],{},"Below the brief, you'll find any materials the casting team has provided to help you prepare:",[25,946,947,953,959],{},[28,948,949,952],{},[186,950,951],{},"Scripts and sides"," — the scenes or copy you'll be performing.",[28,954,955,958],{},[186,956,957],{},"Reference clips"," — examples of the tone or style the team is looking for.",[28,960,961,964],{},[186,962,963],{},"Character breakdowns"," — additional details about the role beyond the main brief.",[16,966,967],{},"All materials are available to download or view directly in Castora.",[20,969,971],{"id":970},"creating-your-performer-profile","Creating your performer profile",[16,973,974],{},"While you can submit to individual auditions without a full profile, setting one up makes a better impression and saves time on future submissions.",[216,976,978],{"id":977},"profile-basics","Profile basics",[16,980,981],{},"Your performer profile includes:",[25,983,984,990,996,1002,1008],{},[28,985,986,989],{},[186,987,988],{},"Name"," — as you'd like it to appear to casting teams.",[28,991,992,995],{},[186,993,994],{},"Headshot"," — a professional, current headshot.",[28,997,998,1001],{},[186,999,1000],{},"Location"," — your base city or region.",[28,1003,1004,1007],{},[186,1005,1006],{},"Representation"," — your agent or manager's details, if applicable.",[28,1009,1010,1013],{},[186,1011,1012],{},"Bio"," — a brief summary of your experience, training, and the types of roles you're drawn to.",[216,1015,1017],{"id":1016},"why-it-matters","Why it matters",[16,1019,1020],{},"When casting teams review your submission, your profile appears alongside your self-tape. A complete profile with a professional headshot signals that you take the process seriously and makes it easier for the team to remember you across multiple auditions.",[20,1022,1024],{"id":1023},"managing-your-auditions","Managing your auditions",[216,1026,1028],{"id":1027},"your-performer-dashboard","Your performer dashboard",[16,1030,1031],{},"Once you've submitted to at least one audition, your dashboard shows:",[25,1033,1034,1040,1046],{},[28,1035,1036,1039],{},[186,1037,1038],{},"Active auditions"," — casting calls you've submitted to that are still open.",[28,1041,1042,1045],{},[186,1043,1044],{},"Past auditions"," — closed auditions with your submission history.",[28,1047,1048,1051],{},[186,1049,1050],{},"Pending invitations"," — audition invitations you haven't responded to yet.",[216,1053,1055],{"id":1054},"notifications","Notifications",[16,1057,1058],{},"Castora sends you notifications for key events:",[25,1060,1061,1064,1067],{},[28,1062,1063],{},"New audition invitations",[28,1065,1066],{},"Deadline reminders for auditions you've viewed but haven't submitted to",[28,1068,1069],{},"Confirmation when your submission is received",[16,1071,1072,1073,467],{},"You can manage your notification preferences in ",[186,1074,1075],{},"Settings → Notifications",[20,1077,1079],{"id":1078},"tips-for-finding-opportunities","Tips for finding opportunities",[25,1081,1082,1088,1094,1099,1105],{},[28,1083,1084,1087],{},[186,1085,1086],{},"Keep your email current"," — casting invitations go to the email on your profile or the address your agent provides. Make sure it's one you check regularly.",[28,1089,1090,1093],{},[186,1091,1092],{},"Respond promptly to invitations"," — even if you're not sure about a role, open the brief early. Some auditions have tight deadlines, and you don't want to miss out because you didn't check your inbox.",[28,1095,1096,1098],{},[186,1097,264],{}," — casting teams sometimes search their previous submissions and contacts when casting new roles. A complete profile makes you easier to find and remember.",[28,1100,1101,1104],{},[186,1102,1103],{},"Ask your agent about Castora"," — if your representation isn't using the platform yet, let them know about it. The more agents and casting directors on Castora, the more opportunities flow through it.",[28,1106,1107,1110],{},[186,1108,1109],{},"Check your spam folder"," — audition invitations come from Castora email addresses. If you're not receiving expected invitations, check your spam or junk folder and add Castora to your contacts.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":1112},[1113,1118,1122,1126,1130],{"id":860,"depth":79,"text":861,"children":1114},[1115,1116,1117],{"id":867,"depth":353,"text":868},{"id":888,"depth":353,"text":889},{"id":895,"depth":353,"text":896},{"id":902,"depth":79,"text":903,"children":1119},[1120,1121],{"id":909,"depth":353,"text":910},{"id":941,"depth":353,"text":504},{"id":970,"depth":79,"text":971,"children":1123},[1124,1125],{"id":977,"depth":353,"text":978},{"id":1016,"depth":353,"text":1017},{"id":1023,"depth":79,"text":1024,"children":1127},[1128,1129],{"id":1027,"depth":353,"text":1028},{"id":1054,"depth":353,"text":1055},{"id":1078,"depth":79,"text":1079},"How performers discover and access audition opportunities on Castora.",{},{"title":114,"description":1131},"Learn how to find and access audition opportunities on Castora as a performer.","Finding Auditions — Castora Docs","docs\u002Ffor-performers\u002Ffinding-auditions","--wiJTTrFTQptQxUo-k12z-1ViV9BAQNL-zKHGuuIm8",{"id":1139,"title":41,"author":7,"body":1140,"date":7,"description":1615,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":1616,"navigation":87,"order":79,"path":40,"readingTime":7,"seo":1617,"seoDescription":1618,"seoTitle":1619,"stem":1620,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":1621},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Freviewing-submissions.md",{"type":9,"value":1141,"toc":1586},[1142,1145,1148,1152,1155,1181,1185,1189,1192,1195,1215,1219,1222,1226,1230,1233,1236,1240,1243,1303,1306,1310,1313,1404,1407,1411,1414,1440,1444,1448,1455,1458,1462,1465,1469,1476,1480,1483,1487,1490,1494,1497,1501,1504,1508,1511,1513,1517,1520,1531,1534,1538,1544,1548],[12,1143,41],{"id":1144},"reviewing-submissions",[16,1146,1147],{},"Reviewing submissions is where the real value of Castora comes through. Instead of watching tapes in isolation and sharing opinions via email, your entire casting team scores submissions against the same criteria, in the same place, with full visibility into each other's assessments.",[20,1149,1151],{"id":1150},"the-review-workflow","The review workflow",[16,1153,1154],{},"When a performer submits their self-tape, every assigned reviewer is notified. The typical review process follows these steps:",[245,1156,1157,1163,1169,1175],{},[28,1158,1159,1162],{},[186,1160,1161],{},"Watch the submission"," — view the self-tape and any accompanying materials.",[28,1164,1165,1168],{},[186,1166,1167],{},"Score against criteria"," — rate each criterion on the scorecard independently.",[28,1170,1171,1174],{},[186,1172,1173],{},"Add comments"," — leave notes on specific moments or overall impressions.",[28,1176,1177,1180],{},[186,1178,1179],{},"Set a verdict"," — once all reviewers have scored, mark the final decision.",[20,1182,1184],{"id":1183},"watching-submissions","Watching submissions",[216,1186,1188],{"id":1187},"the-submission-player","The submission player",[16,1190,1191],{},"When you open a submission, you'll see the self-tape video player alongside the performer's details and any materials they've included (headshots, CVs, additional clips).",[16,1193,1194],{},"The player includes:",[25,1196,1197,1203,1209],{},[28,1198,1199,1202],{},[186,1200,1201],{},"Playback controls"," — play, pause, scrub, and adjust playback speed (0.5×, 1×, 1.5×, 2×).",[28,1204,1205,1208],{},[186,1206,1207],{},"Timestamp markers"," — click any existing comment marker to jump to that moment in the tape.",[28,1210,1211,1214],{},[186,1212,1213],{},"Full-screen mode"," — for detailed evaluation of framing, expression, and physical performance.",[216,1216,1218],{"id":1217},"reviewing-materials","Reviewing materials",[16,1220,1221],{},"Below the video player, you'll find any additional files the performer submitted. Click to open headshots, CVs, or supplementary clips in a preview panel without leaving the review screen.",[20,1223,1225],{"id":1224},"scoring-submissions","Scoring submissions",[216,1227,1229],{"id":1228},"how-scoring-works","How scoring works",[16,1231,1232],{},"Each submission is evaluated against the criteria defined in the audition's scorecard. Every reviewer scores independently — you won't see other reviewers' scores until you've completed your own.",[16,1234,1235],{},"This blind scoring approach prevents anchoring bias, where early scores influence later reviewers' assessments.",[216,1237,1239],{"id":1238},"completing-your-scorecard","Completing your scorecard",[16,1241,1242],{},"For each criterion, select a rating from 1 to 5:",[1244,1245,1246,1259],"table",{},[1247,1248,1249],"thead",{},[1250,1251,1252,1256],"tr",{},[1253,1254,1255],"th",{},"Rating",[1253,1257,1258],{},"Meaning",[1260,1261,1262,1271,1279,1287,1295],"tbody",{},[1250,1263,1264,1268],{},[1265,1266,1267],"td",{},"1",[1265,1269,1270],{},"Does not meet requirements",[1250,1272,1273,1276],{},[1265,1274,1275],{},"2",[1265,1277,1278],{},"Below expectations",[1250,1280,1281,1284],{},[1265,1282,1283],{},"3",[1265,1285,1286],{},"Meets expectations",[1250,1288,1289,1292],{},[1265,1290,1291],{},"4",[1265,1293,1294],{},"Exceeds expectations",[1250,1296,1297,1300],{},[1265,1298,1299],{},"5",[1265,1301,1302],{},"Outstanding",[16,1304,1305],{},"Consider each criterion on its own merits. A performer might score a 5 on performance quality but a 3 on technical execution — that's expected and exactly what the weighted system is designed to handle.",[216,1307,1309],{"id":1308},"weighted-scores","Weighted scores",[16,1311,1312],{},"Once you submit your ratings, Castora calculates the weighted average based on the criteria weights set during audition creation. For example:",[1244,1314,1315,1331],{},[1247,1316,1317],{},[1250,1318,1319,1322,1325,1328],{},[1253,1320,1321],{},"Criterion",[1253,1323,1324],{},"Weight",[1253,1326,1327],{},"Your Rating",[1253,1329,1330],{},"Weighted Score",[1260,1332,1333,1346,1359,1372,1385],{},[1250,1334,1335,1338,1341,1343],{},[1265,1336,1337],{},"Performance quality",[1265,1339,1340],{},"40%",[1265,1342,1299],{},[1265,1344,1345],{},"2.0",[1250,1347,1348,1351,1354,1356],{},[1265,1349,1350],{},"Character fit",[1265,1352,1353],{},"30%",[1265,1355,1291],{},[1265,1357,1358],{},"1.2",[1250,1360,1361,1364,1367,1369],{},[1265,1362,1363],{},"Technical execution",[1265,1365,1366],{},"20%",[1265,1368,1283],{},[1265,1370,1371],{},"0.6",[1250,1373,1374,1377,1380,1382],{},[1265,1375,1376],{},"Direction potential",[1265,1378,1379],{},"10%",[1265,1381,1291],{},[1265,1383,1384],{},"0.4",[1250,1386,1387,1392,1397,1399],{},[1265,1388,1389],{},[186,1390,1391],{},"Total",[1265,1393,1394],{},[186,1395,1396],{},"100%",[1265,1398],{},[1265,1400,1401],{},[186,1402,1403],{},"4.2",[16,1405,1406],{},"The weighted total gives you a single comparable score across all submissions while respecting the priorities your team has set.",[216,1408,1410],{"id":1409},"aggregate-scores","Aggregate scores",[16,1412,1413],{},"Once multiple reviewers have scored a submission, Castora shows:",[25,1415,1416,1422,1428,1434],{},[28,1417,1418,1421],{},[186,1419,1420],{},"Average weighted score"," — the mean of all reviewers' weighted totals.",[28,1423,1424,1427],{},[186,1425,1426],{},"Score range"," — the highest and lowest weighted totals, highlighting any significant disagreements.",[28,1429,1430,1433],{},[186,1431,1432],{},"Per-criterion breakdown"," — average scores for each criterion across all reviewers.",[28,1435,1436,1439],{},[186,1437,1438],{},"Reviewer-by-reviewer detail"," — individual scores from each team member (visible after you've submitted your own).",[20,1441,1443],{"id":1442},"adding-comments","Adding comments",[216,1445,1447],{"id":1446},"timestamped-comments","Timestamped comments",[16,1449,1450,1451,1454],{},"While watching a self-tape, you can leave comments tied to specific moments in the video. Click the comment icon or press ",[186,1452,1453],{},"C"," at any point during playback to create a timestamped note.",[16,1456,1457],{},"Timestamped comments appear as markers on the video timeline, making it easy for other reviewers to jump directly to the moment you're referencing.",[216,1459,1461],{"id":1460},"general-comments","General comments",[16,1463,1464],{},"For observations about the overall submission — not tied to a specific moment — use the general comment field below the video player. These are visible to all reviewers on the audition.",[216,1466,1468],{"id":1467},"comment-visibility","Comment visibility",[16,1470,1471,1472,1475],{},"Comments are visible to ",[186,1473,1474],{},"reviewers only",". Performers cannot see internal review comments or scores. This gives your team a safe space to discuss candidly without worrying about external visibility.",[20,1477,1479],{"id":1478},"setting-verdicts","Setting verdicts",[16,1481,1482],{},"Once your team has reviewed a submission, it's time to make a decision. Verdicts categorise submissions into three outcomes:",[216,1484,1486],{"id":1485},"shortlisted","Shortlisted",[16,1488,1489],{},"The performer is being seriously considered for the role. Shortlisted submissions are flagged at the top of your submission list for easy access during callbacks or final decisions.",[216,1491,1493],{"id":1492},"held","Held",[16,1495,1496],{},"The performer shows promise but isn't a definitive yes yet. Use this for strong candidates you want to keep in the running while you continue reviewing other submissions.",[216,1498,1500],{"id":1499},"passed","Passed",[16,1502,1503],{},"The performer won't be moving forward for this role. Setting a pass verdict helps your team focus attention on remaining candidates.",[216,1505,1507],{"id":1506},"who-can-set-verdicts","Who can set verdicts?",[16,1509,1510],{},"By default, any reviewer can propose a verdict. The audition creator or an admin can configure verdicts to require consensus — meaning all reviewers must agree before a verdict is finalised.",[20,1512,654],{"id":653},[216,1514,1516],{"id":1515},"side-by-side-comparison","Side-by-side comparison",[16,1518,1519],{},"Select two or more submissions from the submission list to enter comparison mode. This view shows:",[25,1521,1522,1525,1528],{},[28,1523,1524],{},"Video players for each selected submission, synchronised for simultaneous playback",[28,1526,1527],{},"Score breakdowns side by side",[28,1529,1530],{},"Reviewer comments for each candidate",[16,1532,1533],{},"Comparison mode is particularly useful during the final stages of casting when you're choosing between shortlisted candidates.",[216,1535,1537],{"id":1536},"score-rankings","Score rankings",[16,1539,596,1540,1543],{},[186,1541,1542],{},"Rankings"," tab shows all submissions ordered by their aggregate weighted score. This gives you a data-driven view of your candidate pool, though scores should always be considered alongside qualitative review and discussion.",[20,1545,1547],{"id":1546},"review-best-practices","Review best practices",[25,1549,1550,1556,1562,1568,1574,1580],{},[28,1551,1552,1555],{},[186,1553,1554],{},"Score before reading other comments"," — complete your scorecard before looking at other reviewers' assessments to avoid bias.",[28,1557,1558,1561],{},[186,1559,1560],{},"Use the full scale"," — if everyone rates everything a 3 or 4, the scoring system loses its value. Be willing to give 1s and 5s when warranted.",[28,1563,1564,1567],{},[186,1565,1566],{},"Timestamp your key observations"," — future-you (and your team) will appreciate being able to jump straight to the moment that made you sit up.",[28,1569,1570,1573],{},[186,1571,1572],{},"Don't rush"," — watch the full tape at least once before scoring. First impressions matter, but so does giving every performer a fair evaluation.",[28,1575,1576,1579],{},[186,1577,1578],{},"Discuss disagreements"," — if two reviewers are far apart on a score, use the Audition Room to talk it through. Different perspectives often lead to better decisions.",[28,1581,1582,1585],{},[186,1583,1584],{},"Set verdicts promptly"," — performers are waiting. The faster you can move through reviews and decisions, the better experience everyone has.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":1587},[1588,1589,1593,1599,1604,1610,1614],{"id":1150,"depth":79,"text":1151},{"id":1183,"depth":79,"text":1184,"children":1590},[1591,1592],{"id":1187,"depth":353,"text":1188},{"id":1217,"depth":353,"text":1218},{"id":1224,"depth":79,"text":1225,"children":1594},[1595,1596,1597,1598],{"id":1228,"depth":353,"text":1229},{"id":1238,"depth":353,"text":1239},{"id":1308,"depth":353,"text":1309},{"id":1409,"depth":353,"text":1410},{"id":1442,"depth":79,"text":1443,"children":1600},[1601,1602,1603],{"id":1446,"depth":353,"text":1447},{"id":1460,"depth":353,"text":1461},{"id":1467,"depth":353,"text":1468},{"id":1478,"depth":79,"text":1479,"children":1605},[1606,1607,1608,1609],{"id":1485,"depth":353,"text":1486},{"id":1492,"depth":353,"text":1493},{"id":1499,"depth":353,"text":1500},{"id":1506,"depth":353,"text":1507},{"id":653,"depth":79,"text":654,"children":1611},[1612,1613],{"id":1515,"depth":353,"text":1516},{"id":1536,"depth":353,"text":1537},{"id":1546,"depth":79,"text":1547},"How to watch, score, and evaluate self-tape submissions using Castora's collaborative review tools.",{},{"title":41,"description":1615},"Learn how to score self-tape submissions with weighted criteria, compare candidates, and set verdicts collaboratively.","Reviewing Submissions — Castora Docs","docs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Freviewing-submissions","nFW7vT_DKpuMMpf95p-i0--zAL3LziJBgYDxILb0_ho",{"id":1623,"title":121,"author":7,"body":1624,"date":7,"description":1972,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":1973,"navigation":87,"order":79,"path":120,"readingTime":7,"seo":1974,"seoDescription":1975,"seoTitle":1976,"stem":1977,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":1978},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-performers\u002Fsubmitting-your-audition.md",{"type":9,"value":1625,"toc":1950},[1626,1629,1632,1636,1640,1643,1675,1679,1682,1713,1717,1721,1724,1728,1731,1756,1760,1786,1790,1794,1821,1825,1845,1849,1852,1856,1860,1863,1874,1878,1881,1895,1898,1902,1905,1908,1912],[12,1627,121],{"id":1628},"submitting-your-audition",[16,1630,1631],{},"You've found an audition, read the brief, and prepared your performance. Now it's time to record and submit your self-tape. This guide walks you through the submission process and shares tips for putting your best work forward.",[20,1633,1635],{"id":1634},"before-you-record","Before you record",[216,1637,1639],{"id":1638},"review-the-requirements","Review the requirements",[16,1641,1642],{},"Before setting up your camera, double-check the audition's technical requirements:",[25,1644,1645,1651,1657,1663,1669],{},[28,1646,1647,1650],{},[186,1648,1649],{},"Maximum duration"," — most auditions specify a time limit. Going over can count against you, so rehearse to fit within the window.",[28,1652,1653,1656],{},[186,1654,1655],{},"Framing"," — some casting teams prefer a specific shot (medium close-up, waist-up, etc.). If not specified, a standard medium close-up is usually the safest choice.",[28,1658,1659,1662],{},[186,1660,1661],{},"Slate"," — check whether the audition requires a slate at the start of your tape. A typical slate includes your name, agent (if applicable), and location.",[28,1664,1665,1668],{},[186,1666,1667],{},"File format"," — Castora accepts most common video formats (MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM). MP4 with H.264 encoding is the most reliable.",[28,1670,1671,1674],{},[186,1672,1673],{},"Additional materials"," — some auditions request a headshot, CV, or other files alongside your self-tape.",[216,1676,1678],{"id":1677},"prepare-your-space","Prepare your space",[16,1680,1681],{},"A good self-tape doesn't require a professional studio, but a few basics make a significant difference:",[25,1683,1684,1690,1696,1702,1707],{},[28,1685,1686,1689],{},[186,1687,1688],{},"Background"," — use a plain, uncluttered background. A solid-coloured wall or a simple backdrop works well.",[28,1691,1692,1695],{},[186,1693,1694],{},"Lighting"," — face a window for natural light, or use two soft lights positioned at 45-degree angles. Avoid overhead lighting that creates harsh shadows.",[28,1697,1698,1701],{},[186,1699,1700],{},"Sound"," — record in a quiet space. Turn off fans, close windows, and silence your phone. If possible, use an external microphone rather than your camera's built-in mic.",[28,1703,1704,1706],{},[186,1705,1655],{}," — position the camera at eye level. Leave some headroom but don't frame too wide — casting teams want to see your face clearly.",[28,1708,1709,1712],{},[186,1710,1711],{},"Reader"," — if the scene involves dialogue with another character, have someone read the other lines off-camera. A flat, neutral read from your reader keeps the focus on your performance.",[20,1714,1716],{"id":1715},"recording-your-self-tape","Recording your self-tape",[216,1718,1720],{"id":1719},"multiple-takes","Multiple takes",[16,1722,1723],{},"Record several takes with different choices. You might want to submit your strongest single take, or the audition might allow multiple takes showing range. Either way, having options gives you flexibility in the editing stage.",[216,1725,1727],{"id":1726},"what-casting-teams-look-for","What casting teams look for",[16,1729,1730],{},"While every role is different, casting teams generally evaluate:",[25,1732,1733,1739,1745,1751],{},[28,1734,1735,1738],{},[186,1736,1737],{},"Authenticity"," — does the performance feel genuine and lived-in?",[28,1740,1741,1744],{},[186,1742,1743],{},"Preparation"," — have you made clear, intentional choices about the character?",[28,1746,1747,1750],{},[186,1748,1749],{},"Technical quality"," — is the audio clear, the framing appropriate, and the lighting flattering?",[28,1752,1753,1755],{},[186,1754,1376],{}," — do you show range and the ability to take adjustments?",[216,1757,1759],{"id":1758},"common-mistakes-to-avoid","Common mistakes to avoid",[25,1761,1762,1768,1774,1780],{},[28,1763,1764,1767],{},[186,1765,1766],{},"Looking at the camera"," — unless specifically directed to, your eye-line should be just off-camera to your reader, not directly into the lens.",[28,1769,1770,1773],{},[186,1771,1772],{},"Over-editing"," — keep it simple. Fancy transitions, background music, or colour grading can distract from your performance.",[28,1775,1776,1779],{},[186,1777,1778],{},"Rushing"," — take your time. Breathe. Let moments land. A slightly longer, more considered tape is better than a rushed one.",[28,1781,1782,1785],{},[186,1783,1784],{},"Ignoring the brief"," — if the casting team asks for something specific, do it. Showing you can follow direction is as important as the performance itself.",[20,1787,1789],{"id":1788},"uploading-your-submission","Uploading your submission",[216,1791,1793],{"id":1792},"step-by-step","Step-by-step",[245,1795,1796,1799,1804,1807,1810,1813,1816],{},[28,1797,1798],{},"Open the audition link from your invitation email or dashboard.",[28,1800,463,1801,467],{},[186,1802,1803],{},"Submit Audition",[28,1805,1806],{},"Upload your self-tape video by dragging it into the upload area or clicking to browse your files.",[28,1808,1809],{},"If required, upload any additional materials (headshot, CV, etc.).",[28,1811,1812],{},"Add an optional note to the casting team — keep it brief and professional.",[28,1814,1815],{},"Review your submission details.",[28,1817,463,1818,467],{},[186,1819,1820],{},"Submit",[216,1822,1824],{"id":1823},"upload-specifications","Upload specifications",[25,1826,1827,1833,1839],{},[28,1828,1829,1832],{},[186,1830,1831],{},"Maximum file size"," — varies by audition, but typically up to 500 MB for video files.",[28,1834,1835,1838],{},[186,1836,1837],{},"Supported formats"," — MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM for video; JPG, PNG, PDF for documents.",[28,1840,1841,1844],{},[186,1842,1843],{},"Upload speed"," — large files may take a few minutes depending on your internet connection. Don't close the browser tab during upload.",[216,1846,1848],{"id":1847},"processing","Processing",[16,1850,1851],{},"After you upload, Castora processes your video to ensure smooth playback for reviewers. This usually takes 1–2 minutes. You'll see a progress indicator and a confirmation message once processing is complete.",[20,1853,1855],{"id":1854},"after-submitting","After submitting",[216,1857,1859],{"id":1858},"confirmation","Confirmation",[16,1861,1862],{},"Once your submission is processed, you'll receive:",[25,1864,1865,1868,1871],{},[28,1866,1867],{},"An on-screen confirmation with your submission details",[28,1869,1870],{},"A confirmation email with a summary of what you submitted",[28,1872,1873],{},"Access to view your submission on your performer dashboard",[216,1875,1877],{"id":1876},"can-you-resubmit","Can you resubmit?",[16,1879,1880],{},"Whether you can resubmit depends on the audition settings:",[25,1882,1883,1889],{},[28,1884,1885,1888],{},[186,1886,1887],{},"Resubmissions allowed"," — you can upload a new self-tape that replaces your original submission. Your new tape will be reviewed instead.",[28,1890,1891,1894],{},[186,1892,1893],{},"Resubmissions not allowed"," — your first submission is final. Make sure you're happy with it before clicking Submit.",[16,1896,1897],{},"Check the audition details to see which policy applies.",[216,1899,1901],{"id":1900},"what-happens-next","What happens next",[16,1903,1904],{},"After the submission deadline closes, the casting team reviews all submissions. Review timelines vary — some casting teams work through tapes within days, others may take several weeks for large casting calls.",[16,1906,1907],{},"Castora doesn't currently send outcome notifications automatically. Casting teams may reach out directly if you're shortlisted for callbacks.",[20,1909,1911],{"id":1910},"tips-for-a-strong-submission","Tips for a strong submission",[25,1913,1914,1920,1926,1932,1938,1944],{},[28,1915,1916,1919],{},[186,1917,1918],{},"Submit early"," — don't wait until the last hour. Technical issues happen, and you want time to troubleshoot if your upload fails.",[28,1921,1922,1925],{},[186,1923,1924],{},"Watch your tape before uploading"," — review it on a different device than the one you recorded on. Check for audio issues, focus problems, or distracting background elements.",[28,1927,1928,1931],{},[186,1929,1930],{},"Follow the brief exactly"," — if they ask for 60 seconds, keep it under 60 seconds. If they ask for a slate, include a slate. Attention to detail matters.",[28,1933,1934,1937],{},[186,1935,1936],{},"Keep your note brief"," — if you include a note to the casting team, keep it to one or two sentences. They're reviewing hundreds of submissions and appreciate conciseness.",[28,1939,1940,1943],{},[186,1941,1942],{},"Name your file clearly"," — use a format like \"FirstName_LastName_RoleName.mp4\" so your file is easy to identify if downloaded.",[28,1945,1946,1949],{},[186,1947,1948],{},"Check your submission"," — after submitting, visit your dashboard and verify that your video plays correctly and all materials are attached.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":1951},[1952,1956,1961,1966,1971],{"id":1634,"depth":79,"text":1635,"children":1953},[1954,1955],{"id":1638,"depth":353,"text":1639},{"id":1677,"depth":353,"text":1678},{"id":1715,"depth":79,"text":1716,"children":1957},[1958,1959,1960],{"id":1719,"depth":353,"text":1720},{"id":1726,"depth":353,"text":1727},{"id":1758,"depth":353,"text":1759},{"id":1788,"depth":79,"text":1789,"children":1962},[1963,1964,1965],{"id":1792,"depth":353,"text":1793},{"id":1823,"depth":353,"text":1824},{"id":1847,"depth":353,"text":1848},{"id":1854,"depth":79,"text":1855,"children":1967},[1968,1969,1970],{"id":1858,"depth":353,"text":1859},{"id":1876,"depth":353,"text":1877},{"id":1900,"depth":353,"text":1901},{"id":1910,"depth":79,"text":1911},"How to record, upload, and submit your self-tape audition through Castora.",{},{"title":121,"description":1972},"Step-by-step guide to preparing and submitting your self-tape audition on Castora.","Submitting Your Audition — Castora Docs","docs\u002Ffor-performers\u002Fsubmitting-your-audition","ZCEIiywe1qqZHqbsh_K0KNtz_krCIkND7Y-UGWYk8qs",{"id":1980,"title":328,"author":7,"body":1981,"date":7,"description":2398,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":2399,"navigation":87,"order":79,"path":327,"readingTime":7,"seo":2400,"seoDescription":2401,"seoTitle":2402,"stem":2403,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":2404},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Fgetting-started\u002Fcreating-your-first-audition.md",{"type":9,"value":1982,"toc":2378},[1983,1986,1989,1993,1996,2007,2011,2018,2022,2025,2045,2049,2052,2070,2073,2077,2084,2107,2110,2114,2117,2121,2127,2149,2153,2156,2192,2195,2199,2202,2224,2227,2231,2234,2248,2251,2255,2261,2264,2275,2278,2282,2289,2293,2296,2316,2319,2322,2336,2342,2346],[12,1984,328],{"id":1985},"creating-your-first-audition",[16,1987,1988],{},"Publishing an audition on Castora takes just a few minutes. This guide walks you through every step — from defining the role to sharing the audition link with performers.",[20,1990,1992],{"id":1991},"before-you-begin","Before you begin",[16,1994,1995],{},"Make sure you have:",[25,1997,1998,2001,2004],{},[28,1999,2000],{},"A Castora account with an active organisation",[28,2002,2003],{},"At least one team member invited (optional, but recommended for collaborative scoring)",[28,2005,2006],{},"Any supporting materials ready to upload (scripts, sides, reference clips)",[20,2008,2010],{"id":2009},"step-1-start-a-new-audition","Step 1: Start a new audition",[16,2012,2013,2014,2017],{},"From your dashboard, click ",[186,2015,2016],{},"New Audition",". You'll be taken to the audition builder where you can configure everything about your casting call.",[216,2019,2021],{"id":2020},"audition-details","Audition details",[16,2023,2024],{},"Start by filling in the basics:",[25,2026,2027,2033,2039],{},[28,2028,2029,2032],{},[186,2030,2031],{},"Title"," — a clear name for the role or project (e.g., \"Lead Role — The Morning After\" or \"Commercial VO — Spring Campaign\").",[28,2034,2035,2038],{},[186,2036,2037],{},"Description"," — outline what you're looking for. Include character details, tone, age range, and any specific requirements. The more context you give performers, the better their submissions will be.",[28,2040,2041,2044],{},[186,2042,2043],{},"Project"," — optionally group auditions under a project so related roles stay organised together.",[216,2046,2048],{"id":2047},"submission-requirements","Submission requirements",[16,2050,2051],{},"Define what performers need to include when they submit:",[25,2053,2054,2060,2065],{},[28,2055,2056,2059],{},[186,2057,2058],{},"Self-tape video"," — the core submission. You can specify maximum duration, preferred framing, and any technical requirements.",[28,2061,2062,2064],{},[186,2063,1661],{}," — whether performers should include a slate (name, agent, location) at the start of their tape.",[28,2066,2067,2069],{},[186,2068,1673],{}," — request headshots, CVs, or any other files alongside the video submission.",[16,2071,2072],{},"Be specific about what you need. Clear requirements mean fewer back-and-forth messages and higher quality submissions.",[20,2074,2076],{"id":2075},"step-2-upload-supporting-materials","Step 2: Upload supporting materials",[16,2078,2079,2080,2083],{},"Give performers everything they need to prepare a strong audition. Navigate to the ",[186,2081,2082],{},"Materials"," section and upload:",[25,2085,2086,2091,2096,2101],{},[28,2087,2088,2090],{},[186,2089,951],{}," — the specific scenes or copy performers should prepare.",[28,2092,2093,2095],{},[186,2094,957],{}," — examples of the tone, style, or energy you're looking for.",[28,2097,2098,2100],{},[186,2099,963],{}," — detailed descriptions beyond what's in the main brief.",[28,2102,2103,2106],{},[186,2104,2105],{},"Brand guidelines"," — for commercial work, include any brand voice or visual references.",[16,2108,2109],{},"All materials are stored in your audition's Resource Drive, with access automatically scoped to performers who have been invited or who access the audition link.",[20,2111,2113],{"id":2112},"step-3-configure-your-scorecard","Step 3: Configure your scorecard",[16,2115,2116],{},"The scorecard is how your team will evaluate submissions. Setting it up before you receive any tapes ensures consistent, objective reviews.",[216,2118,2120],{"id":2119},"adding-criteria","Adding criteria",[16,2122,463,2123,2126],{},[186,2124,2125],{},"Add Criterion"," to define what you're evaluating. Common criteria include:",[25,2128,2129,2134,2139,2144],{},[28,2130,2131,2133],{},[186,2132,1337],{}," — acting ability, emotional range, authenticity.",[28,2135,2136,2138],{},[186,2137,1363],{}," — audio clarity, framing, lighting, eye-line.",[28,2140,2141,2143],{},[186,2142,1350],{}," — how well the performer matches the role's requirements.",[28,2145,2146,2148],{},[186,2147,1376],{}," — whether the performer shows range and adaptability.",[216,2150,2152],{"id":2151},"setting-weights","Setting weights",[16,2154,2155],{},"Not all criteria matter equally. Assign percentage weights to reflect your priorities:",[1244,2157,2158,2166],{},[1247,2159,2160],{},[1250,2161,2162,2164],{},[1253,2163,1321],{},[1253,2165,1324],{},[1260,2167,2168,2174,2180,2186],{},[1250,2169,2170,2172],{},[1265,2171,1337],{},[1265,2173,1340],{},[1250,2175,2176,2178],{},[1265,2177,1350],{},[1265,2179,1353],{},[1250,2181,2182,2184],{},[1265,2183,1363],{},[1265,2185,1366],{},[1250,2187,2188,2190],{},[1265,2189,1376],{},[1265,2191,1379],{},[16,2193,2194],{},"Weights must total 100%. The weighted scoring system ensures that a performer who nails the performance but has slightly imperfect lighting isn't unfairly penalised compared to a technically polished but emotionally flat submission.",[216,2196,2198],{"id":2197},"rating-scale","Rating scale",[16,2200,2201],{},"Each criterion is scored on a 1–5 scale:",[245,2203,2204,2208,2212,2216,2220],{},[28,2205,2206],{},[186,2207,1270],{},[28,2209,2210],{},[186,2211,1278],{},[28,2213,2214],{},[186,2215,1286],{},[28,2217,2218],{},[186,2219,1294],{},[28,2221,2222],{},[186,2223,1302],{},[16,2225,2226],{},"Reviewers score each criterion independently, and Castora calculates the weighted average automatically.",[20,2228,2230],{"id":2229},"step-4-set-your-deadline","Step 4: Set your deadline",[16,2232,2233],{},"Choose when submissions close. You can set:",[25,2235,2236,2242],{},[28,2237,2238,2241],{},[186,2239,2240],{},"A fixed deadline"," — submissions close at a specific date and time.",[28,2243,2244,2247],{},[186,2245,2246],{},"Rolling acceptance"," — submissions stay open until you manually close the audition.",[16,2249,2250],{},"For fixed deadlines, consider giving performers at least 5–7 days to prepare and record. Tight turnarounds reduce submission quality and exclude performers who might be perfect for the role but need more time.",[20,2252,2254],{"id":2253},"step-5-invite-reviewers","Step 5: Invite reviewers",[16,2256,2257,2258,2260],{},"Before publishing, add your casting team as reviewers. Navigate to the ",[186,2259,522],{}," section and invite team members by email or select from your organisation's member list.",[16,2262,2263],{},"Each reviewer will:",[25,2265,2266,2269,2272],{},[28,2267,2268],{},"Receive a notification when new submissions arrive",[28,2270,2271],{},"Score submissions independently using your scorecard",[28,2273,2274],{},"Have access to the Audition Room for discussion",[16,2276,2277],{},"You can assign reviewers at any time — before or after publishing.",[20,2279,2281],{"id":2280},"step-6-publish-and-share","Step 6: Publish and share",[16,2283,2284,2285,2288],{},"When everything is configured, click ",[186,2286,2287],{},"Publish",". Your audition is now live and ready to receive submissions.",[216,2290,2292],{"id":2291},"sharing-options","Sharing options",[16,2294,2295],{},"Castora gives you several ways to get your audition in front of performers:",[25,2297,2298,2304,2310],{},[28,2299,2300,2303],{},[186,2301,2302],{},"Direct link"," — copy the unique audition URL and share it via email, social media, or casting forums.",[28,2305,2306,2309],{},[186,2307,2308],{},"Email invitations"," — invite specific performers directly from Castora. They'll receive an email with the audition details and a link to submit.",[28,2311,2312,2315],{},[186,2313,2314],{},"Embed code"," — for agencies or production companies with their own websites, embed the audition submission form directly on your site.",[20,2317,2318],{"id":1900},"What happens next?",[16,2320,2321],{},"Once performers start submitting, you'll see their submissions appear in your audition dashboard. From there you can:",[25,2323,2324,2327,2330,2333],{},[28,2325,2326],{},"Watch and score submissions individually",[28,2328,2329],{},"Compare candidates side by side",[28,2331,2332],{},"Discuss standout performances in the Audition Room",[28,2334,2335],{},"Mark verdicts (shortlisted, held, or passed)",[16,2337,2338,2339,2341],{},"Head to ",[31,2340,41],{"href":40}," for a detailed guide on evaluating self-tapes with your team.",[20,2343,2345],{"id":2344},"tips-for-a-great-audition","Tips for a great audition",[25,2347,2348,2354,2360,2366,2372],{},[28,2349,2350,2353],{},[186,2351,2352],{},"Be specific in your brief"," — vague descriptions lead to generic submissions.",[28,2355,2356,2359],{},[186,2357,2358],{},"Keep your scorecard focused"," — 3–5 criteria is the sweet spot. More than that and reviewers lose focus.",[28,2361,2362,2365],{},[186,2363,2364],{},"Set realistic deadlines"," — rushed performers produce rushed tapes.",[28,2367,2368,2371],{},[186,2369,2370],{},"Upload quality materials"," — clear scripts and good reference clips make a massive difference.",[28,2373,2374,2377],{},[186,2375,2376],{},"Test the flow"," — before sharing widely, send the audition link to a colleague and have them do a test submission.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":2379},[2380,2381,2385,2386,2391,2392,2393,2396,2397],{"id":1991,"depth":79,"text":1992},{"id":2009,"depth":79,"text":2010,"children":2382},[2383,2384],{"id":2020,"depth":353,"text":2021},{"id":2047,"depth":353,"text":2048},{"id":2075,"depth":79,"text":2076},{"id":2112,"depth":79,"text":2113,"children":2387},[2388,2389,2390],{"id":2119,"depth":353,"text":2120},{"id":2151,"depth":353,"text":2152},{"id":2197,"depth":353,"text":2198},{"id":2229,"depth":79,"text":2230},{"id":2253,"depth":79,"text":2254},{"id":2280,"depth":79,"text":2281,"children":2394},[2395],{"id":2291,"depth":353,"text":2292},{"id":1900,"depth":79,"text":2318},{"id":2344,"depth":79,"text":2345},"A step-by-step guide to setting up and publishing your first audition on Castora.",{},{"title":328,"description":2398},"Learn how to create an audition brief, configure submission requirements, and share your casting call with performers.","Creating Your First Audition — Castora Docs","docs\u002Fgetting-started\u002Fcreating-your-first-audition","uj7OaoEQw5EVvIt4y_S8LATqCxiZctvYy2XHJp64m6A",{"id":2406,"title":48,"author":7,"body":2407,"date":7,"description":2799,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":2800,"navigation":87,"order":353,"path":47,"readingTime":7,"seo":2801,"seoDescription":2802,"seoTitle":2803,"stem":2804,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":2805},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Fusing-the-audition-room.md",{"type":9,"value":2408,"toc":2770},[2409,2412,2415,2419,2422,2439,2442,2446,2450,2453,2456,2470,2474,2481,2485,2487,2493,2496,2500,2503,2526,2530,2537,2541,2544,2558,2561,2565,2569,2576,2579,2590,2594,2597,2617,2622,2626,2628,2635,2652,2656,2659,2670,2674,2681,2695,2698,2702,2706,2709,2713,2716,2720,2727,2731,2734,2738],[12,2410,48],{"id":2411},"using-the-audition-room",[16,2413,2414],{},"The Audition Room is where your casting team comes together to discuss submissions, debate candidates, and reach decisions. Think of it as the digital equivalent of sitting in a room together watching tapes — except everyone can participate on their own schedule.",[20,2416,2418],{"id":2417},"what-is-the-audition-room","What is the Audition Room?",[16,2420,2421],{},"Every audition has its own Audition Room — a dedicated discussion space where reviewers can:",[25,2423,2424,2427,2430,2433,2436],{},[28,2425,2426],{},"Leave timestamped comments on specific moments in a self-tape",[28,2428,2429],{},"Start and participate in threaded discussions",[28,2431,2432],{},"Tag team members for input on specific submissions",[28,2434,2435],{},"Record and track verdicts",[28,2437,2438],{},"View the conversation history for any submission",[16,2440,2441],{},"Unlike scattered email threads or chat messages, the Audition Room keeps all casting discussions tied to the submissions they reference. Six months from now, you can open any audition and see exactly why your team made the decisions they made.",[20,2443,2445],{"id":2444},"navigating-the-audition-room","Navigating the Audition Room",[216,2447,2449],{"id":2448},"submission-threads","Submission threads",[16,2451,2452],{},"Each submission has its own thread within the Audition Room. Click on any submission to see all comments and discussions related to that performer's self-tape.",[16,2454,2455],{},"The thread header shows:",[25,2457,2458,2461,2464,2467],{},[28,2459,2460],{},"Performer name and submission date",[28,2462,2463],{},"Current verdict status (if set)",[28,2465,2466],{},"Number of comments and replies",[28,2468,2469],{},"Which reviewers have scored the submission",[216,2471,2473],{"id":2472},"timeline-view","Timeline view",[16,2475,2476,2477,2480],{},"Switch to the ",[186,2478,2479],{},"Timeline"," view to see all activity across the audition in chronological order. This is useful for catching up on recent discussions when you've been away from the platform.",[20,2482,2484],{"id":2483},"commenting","Commenting",[216,2486,1447],{"id":1446},[16,2488,2489,2490,2492],{},"The most powerful feature of the Audition Room is timestamped commenting. When you're watching a self-tape, pause at any moment and click the comment icon (or press ",[186,2491,1453],{},") to leave a note anchored to that exact timestamp.",[16,2494,2495],{},"When other reviewers read your comment, they can click the timestamp to jump directly to the moment you're referencing. No more describing \"that bit around the two-minute mark where she does the thing.\"",[216,2497,2499],{"id":2498},"formatting","Formatting",[16,2501,2502],{},"Comments support basic formatting:",[25,2504,2505,2516,2519],{},[28,2506,2507,2510,2511,2515],{},[186,2508,2509],{},"Bold"," and ",[2512,2513,2514],"em",{},"italic"," text for emphasis",[28,2517,2518],{},"Bullet and numbered lists for structured feedback",[28,2520,2521,2525],{},[2522,2523,2524],"code",{},"@mentions"," to tag specific team members",[216,2527,2529],{"id":2528},"threaded-replies","Threaded replies",[16,2531,2532,2533,2536],{},"Any comment can become a conversation. Click ",[186,2534,2535],{},"Reply"," to start a thread below an existing comment. Threads keep related discussion together and prevent the main comment stream from becoming cluttered with back-and-forth exchanges.",[216,2538,2540],{"id":2539},"reactions","Reactions",[16,2542,2543],{},"For quick, low-effort responses, use reactions. Click the reaction icon on any comment to add an emoji. Common reactions include:",[25,2545,2546,2549,2552,2555],{},[28,2547,2548],{},"👍 Agree with this observation",[28,2550,2551],{},"🔥 Standout moment",[28,2553,2554],{},"🤔 Worth discussing further",[28,2556,2557],{},"⭐ Highlight for callbacks",[16,2559,2560],{},"Reactions are visible to all reviewers and provide a fast way to signal consensus without writing a full response.",[20,2562,2564],{"id":2563},"tagging-and-notifications","Tagging and notifications",[216,2566,2568],{"id":2567},"mentioning-team-members","Mentioning team members",[16,2570,2571,2572,2575],{},"Use ",[2522,2573,2574],{},"@"," followed by a team member's name to tag them in a comment. Tagged members receive a notification and can jump directly to the comment that mentions them.",[16,2577,2578],{},"Common scenarios for tagging:",[25,2580,2581,2584,2587],{},[28,2582,2583],{},"Asking a specific reviewer for their perspective on a performance",[28,2585,2586],{},"Flagging a submission for a director or producer who hasn't reviewed it yet",[28,2588,2589],{},"Alerting an admin to a submission that needs a verdict",[216,2591,2593],{"id":2592},"notification-preferences","Notification preferences",[16,2595,2596],{},"Team members can control how they receive Audition Room notifications:",[25,2598,2599,2605,2611],{},[28,2600,2601,2604],{},[186,2602,2603],{},"In-app"," — badge notifications within Castora (always on)",[28,2606,2607,2610],{},[186,2608,2609],{},"Email"," — receive email alerts for mentions, replies, and new comments",[28,2612,2613,2616],{},[186,2614,2615],{},"Digest"," — receive a daily summary of Audition Room activity instead of individual notifications",[16,2618,2619,2620,467],{},"Preferences are managed in ",[186,2621,1075],{},[20,2623,2625],{"id":2624},"making-decisions","Making decisions",[216,2627,1479],{"id":1478},[16,2629,2630,2631,2634],{},"When your team has discussed a submission thoroughly, it's time to set a verdict. From the submission thread, click ",[186,2632,2633],{},"Set Verdict"," and choose:",[25,2636,2637,2642,2647],{},[28,2638,2639,2641],{},[186,2640,1486],{}," — moving forward to callbacks or final consideration",[28,2643,2644,2646],{},[186,2645,1493],{}," — keeping in the running, pending further review",[28,2648,2649,2651],{},[186,2650,1500],{}," — not moving forward for this role",[216,2653,2655],{"id":2654},"verdict-notes","Verdict notes",[16,2657,2658],{},"When setting a verdict, you can add a note explaining the decision. This is especially valuable for:",[25,2660,2661,2664,2667],{},[28,2662,2663],{},"Documenting why a strong performer was passed over for this role (they might be perfect for another)",[28,2665,2666],{},"Recording specific feedback to share with performers or their agents",[28,2668,2669],{},"Creating a reference for future auditions with similar roles",[216,2671,2673],{"id":2672},"consensus-mode","Consensus mode",[16,2675,2676,2677,2680],{},"For auditions where collective agreement matters, enable ",[186,2678,2679],{},"consensus mode"," in the audition settings. In consensus mode:",[25,2682,2683,2686,2689,2692],{},[28,2684,2685],{},"Any reviewer can propose a verdict",[28,2687,2688],{},"All assigned reviewers must approve the proposed verdict",[28,2690,2691],{},"If any reviewer disagrees, the verdict moves to discussion",[28,2693,2694],{},"The verdict is only finalised when consensus is reached",[16,2696,2697],{},"This prevents any single reviewer from unilaterally making decisions on contested submissions.",[20,2699,2701],{"id":2700},"audition-room-etiquette","Audition Room etiquette",[216,2703,2705],{"id":2704},"keep-it-constructive","Keep it constructive",[16,2707,2708],{},"The Audition Room is a professional space. Comments should focus on the performance, preparation, and suitability for the role. Avoid personal remarks about performers that don't relate to casting requirements.",[216,2710,2712],{"id":2711},"be-specific","Be specific",[16,2714,2715],{},"Instead of \"I didn't like this,\" explain what specifically didn't work and why. Specific feedback helps the team understand your perspective and makes for better discussions.",[216,2717,2719],{"id":2718},"stay-on-topic","Stay on topic",[16,2721,2722,2723,2726],{},"Use submission-specific threads for comments about individual performances. For broader discussions about the role, casting direction, or project updates, use the ",[186,2724,2725],{},"General"," channel in the Audition Room.",[216,2728,2730],{"id":2729},"respond-to-tags-promptly","Respond to tags promptly",[16,2732,2733],{},"When a team member tags you, they're asking for your input on a specific point. Try to respond within a day to keep the casting process moving.",[20,2735,2737],{"id":2736},"tips-for-effective-collaboration","Tips for effective collaboration",[25,2739,2740,2746,2752,2758,2764],{},[28,2741,2742,2745],{},[186,2743,2744],{},"Watch before you read"," — score and form your initial impressions before reading other reviewers' comments.",[28,2747,2748,2751],{},[186,2749,2750],{},"Use timestamps liberally"," — the more precisely you can reference moments in a tape, the more useful your feedback is to the team.",[28,2753,2754,2757],{},[186,2755,2756],{},"Start threads for debates"," — if you disagree with another reviewer's assessment, reply to their comment rather than starting a new top-level discussion.",[28,2759,2760,2763],{},[186,2761,2762],{},"Revisit held submissions"," — check back on submissions marked as \"Held\" periodically. As you see more tapes, your perspective on earlier candidates may shift.",[28,2765,2766,2769],{},[186,2767,2768],{},"Summarise before setting verdicts"," — before finalising a decision, leave a comment summarising the key discussion points. This creates a clear record for future reference.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":2771},[2772,2773,2777,2783,2787,2792,2798],{"id":2417,"depth":79,"text":2418},{"id":2444,"depth":79,"text":2445,"children":2774},[2775,2776],{"id":2448,"depth":353,"text":2449},{"id":2472,"depth":353,"text":2473},{"id":2483,"depth":79,"text":2484,"children":2778},[2779,2780,2781,2782],{"id":1446,"depth":353,"text":1447},{"id":2498,"depth":353,"text":2499},{"id":2528,"depth":353,"text":2529},{"id":2539,"depth":353,"text":2540},{"id":2563,"depth":79,"text":2564,"children":2784},[2785,2786],{"id":2567,"depth":353,"text":2568},{"id":2592,"depth":353,"text":2593},{"id":2624,"depth":79,"text":2625,"children":2788},[2789,2790,2791],{"id":1478,"depth":353,"text":1479},{"id":2654,"depth":353,"text":2655},{"id":2672,"depth":353,"text":2673},{"id":2700,"depth":79,"text":2701,"children":2793},[2794,2795,2796,2797],{"id":2704,"depth":353,"text":2705},{"id":2711,"depth":353,"text":2712},{"id":2718,"depth":353,"text":2719},{"id":2729,"depth":353,"text":2730},{"id":2736,"depth":79,"text":2737},"How to collaborate with your casting team using timestamped discussions, threaded replies, and verdicts.",{},{"title":48,"description":2799},"Learn how to use Castora's Audition Room for timestamped comments, threaded discussions, and collaborative decision-making.","Using the Audition Room — Castora Docs","docs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Fusing-the-audition-room","6pj1eDk_-yi_SegIEylXvPAJZ3FGwcbm6yP8Gp3HGgw",{"id":2807,"title":128,"author":7,"body":2808,"date":7,"description":3184,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":3185,"navigation":87,"order":353,"path":127,"readingTime":7,"seo":3186,"seoDescription":3187,"seoTitle":3188,"stem":3189,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":3190},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-performers\u002Funderstanding-feedback.md",{"type":9,"value":2809,"toc":3157},[2810,2813,2816,2820,2824,2827,2853,2856,2860,2863,2883,2890,2904,2907,2911,2915,2918,2932,2936,2939,2942,2959,2963,2966,2970,2974,2977,3003,3007,3010,3030,3034,3037,3057,3061,3065,3068,3088,3092,3118,3122,3126,3129,3133,3136,3140,3143,3147,3150,3154],[12,2811,128],{"id":2812},"understanding-feedback",[16,2814,2815],{},"After you've submitted your self-tape, the waiting begins. This guide explains what happens behind the scenes, what feedback you might receive, and how to use it to improve your future auditions.",[20,2817,2819],{"id":2818},"what-happens-after-you-submit","What happens after you submit",[216,2821,2823],{"id":2822},"the-review-process","The review process",[16,2825,2826],{},"Once you submit your self-tape, the casting team goes through a structured review process:",[245,2828,2829,2835,2841,2847],{},[28,2830,2831,2834],{},[186,2832,2833],{},"Collection phase"," — the audition remains open until the deadline, collecting submissions from all invited performers.",[28,2836,2837,2840],{},[186,2838,2839],{},"Review phase"," — after the deadline (or on a rolling basis), reviewers watch each submission and score it against predefined criteria.",[28,2842,2843,2846],{},[186,2844,2845],{},"Discussion phase"," — the casting team discusses submissions in the Audition Room, comparing notes and debating candidates.",[28,2848,2849,2852],{},[186,2850,2851],{},"Decision phase"," — verdicts are set: shortlisted, held, or passed.",[16,2854,2855],{},"This process can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the volume of submissions and the casting team's schedule.",[216,2857,2859],{"id":2858},"what-you-can-see","What you can see",[16,2861,2862],{},"As a performer, your view is intentionally limited to protect the integrity of the casting process:",[25,2864,2865,2871,2877],{},[28,2866,2867,2870],{},[186,2868,2869],{},"Your submission"," — you can always view your submitted self-tape and materials on your dashboard.",[28,2872,2873,2876],{},[186,2874,2875],{},"Audition status"," — you'll see whether the audition is still open, in review, or closed.",[28,2878,2879,2882],{},[186,2880,2881],{},"Your submission status"," — received, under review, or decision made.",[16,2884,2885,2886,2889],{},"You ",[186,2887,2888],{},"cannot"," see:",[25,2891,2892,2895,2898,2901],{},[28,2893,2894],{},"Other performers' submissions",[28,2896,2897],{},"Individual reviewer scores or comments",[28,2899,2900],{},"Internal casting team discussions",[28,2902,2903],{},"How many other performers have submitted",[16,2905,2906],{},"This separation exists to keep the process fair and confidential for everyone involved.",[20,2908,2910],{"id":2909},"types-of-feedback","Types of feedback",[216,2912,2914],{"id":2913},"direct-communication","Direct communication",[16,2916,2917],{},"Some casting teams choose to reach out to performers directly with feedback. This might come as:",[25,2919,2920,2926],{},[28,2921,2922,2925],{},[186,2923,2924],{},"An email from the casting team"," — sent through Castora or via their own email. This typically happens for shortlisted candidates being invited to callbacks.",[28,2927,2928,2931],{},[186,2929,2930],{},"A message through your agent"," — if you have representation, feedback often flows through your agent or manager.",[216,2933,2935],{"id":2934},"outcome-notifications","Outcome notifications",[16,2937,2938],{},"Depending on the audition settings, you may receive a notification when the casting team sets a verdict on your submission. Not all casting teams enable this — some prefer to communicate outcomes through agents or direct contact.",[16,2940,2941],{},"If you receive an outcome notification, it will indicate one of three results:",[25,2943,2944,2949,2954],{},[28,2945,2946,2948],{},[186,2947,1486],{}," — you're being considered for the next stage of the casting process, such as a callback, chemistry read, or final audition.",[28,2950,2951,2953],{},[186,2952,1493],{}," — the casting team is keeping you in consideration. This often means you're in a strong position but they're still reviewing other candidates.",[28,2955,2956,2958],{},[186,2957,1500],{}," — you won't be moving forward for this particular role.",[216,2960,2962],{"id":2961},"no-response","No response",[16,2964,2965],{},"It's common in the casting industry for performers not to receive individual feedback, especially for large casting calls. If you haven't heard back after the audition has closed, it typically means you were not selected for this role. This is not a reflection of your talent — casting decisions involve many factors beyond performance quality.",[20,2967,2969],{"id":2968},"interpreting-feedback","Interpreting feedback",[216,2971,2973],{"id":2972},"if-youre-shortlisted","If you're shortlisted",[16,2975,2976],{},"Congratulations — the casting team was impressed. Here's what to do:",[25,2978,2979,2985,2991,2997],{},[28,2980,2981,2984],{},[186,2982,2983],{},"Respond promptly"," — if you receive a callback invitation, confirm your availability as quickly as possible.",[28,2986,2987,2990],{},[186,2988,2989],{},"Review the original brief"," — re-read the audition requirements and any notes from the casting team. They may have additional direction for the callback.",[28,2992,2993,2996],{},[186,2994,2995],{},"Prepare further"," — a callback often means performing the same material with adjustments, or preparing new sides. Follow any instructions carefully.",[28,2998,2999,3002],{},[186,3000,3001],{},"Stay professional"," — don't share that you've been shortlisted on social media. Casting processes are confidential until the team announces their decisions.",[216,3004,3006],{"id":3005},"if-youre-held","If you're held",[16,3008,3009],{},"Being held means you made a strong impression. The casting team wants to keep you in the mix while they complete their review:",[25,3011,3012,3018,3024],{},[28,3013,3014,3017],{},[186,3015,3016],{},"Stay available"," — the casting team may reach out for a callback as they narrow their choices.",[28,3019,3020,3023],{},[186,3021,3022],{},"Don't follow up excessively"," — a single polite check-in through your agent is fine, but avoid repeated messages to the casting team.",[28,3025,3026,3029],{},[186,3027,3028],{},"Keep preparing"," — if you move to the next round, you'll want to be ready.",[216,3031,3033],{"id":3032},"if-youre-passed","If you're passed",[16,3035,3036],{},"Not being selected for a role is a normal part of the audition process. It doesn't necessarily mean your performance was lacking:",[25,3038,3039,3045,3051],{},[28,3040,3041,3044],{},[186,3042,3043],{},"Casting is subjective"," — the role might require a specific physical type, chemistry with another cast member, or a quality that's impossible to predict.",[28,3046,3047,3050],{},[186,3048,3049],{},"Competition is fierce"," — casting teams often receive hundreds of submissions for a single role. Being passed doesn't mean you weren't good.",[28,3052,3053,3056],{},[186,3054,3055],{},"Every audition is practice"," — each self-tape you submit makes you better at the process. Your comfort in front of the camera, your ability to make quick choices, and your technical setup all improve with repetition.",[20,3058,3060],{"id":3059},"using-feedback-to-improve","Using feedback to improve",[216,3062,3064],{"id":3063},"self-assessment","Self-assessment",[16,3066,3067],{},"Even without external feedback, you can evaluate your own submissions:",[25,3069,3070,3076,3082],{},[28,3071,3072,3075],{},[186,3073,3074],{},"Watch your tape with fresh eyes"," — a day or two after submitting, watch your tape as if you were the casting director. What stands out? What would you do differently?",[28,3077,3078,3081],{},[186,3079,3080],{},"Compare against the brief"," — did you deliver what was asked? Were your choices aligned with the character description and direction?",[28,3083,3084,3087],{},[186,3085,3086],{},"Technical review"," — is the audio clear? Is the lighting flattering? Is the framing right? These elements are entirely within your control and are often the first things casting teams notice.",[216,3089,3091],{"id":3090},"building-on-each-audition","Building on each audition",[25,3093,3094,3100,3106,3112],{},[28,3095,3096,3099],{},[186,3097,3098],{},"Track your submissions"," — use your Castora dashboard to review past submissions. Over time, you'll see patterns in your work and areas where you've improved.",[28,3101,3102,3105],{},[186,3103,3104],{},"Experiment with takes"," — if an audition allows multiple takes, use them to show range. Try different emotional approaches, pacing, or physical choices.",[28,3107,3108,3111],{},[186,3109,3110],{},"Invest in your setup"," — if your feedback (or self-assessment) consistently points to technical issues, invest in better lighting, sound, or a dedicated recording space.",[28,3113,3114,3117],{},[186,3115,3116],{},"Stay in class"," — regular training keeps your instrument sharp and gives you a space to take risks without the pressure of a real audition.",[20,3119,3121],{"id":3120},"frequently-asked-questions","Frequently asked questions",[216,3123,3125],{"id":3124},"how-long-should-i-wait-before-following-up","How long should I wait before following up?",[16,3127,3128],{},"If the audition deadline has passed and you haven't heard anything after two weeks, a single polite follow-up through your agent is appropriate. Avoid contacting the casting team directly unless they've invited you to do so.",[216,3130,3132],{"id":3131},"can-i-ask-for-specific-feedback-on-my-performance","Can I ask for specific feedback on my performance?",[16,3134,3135],{},"While Castora's scoring data isn't shared with performers, some casting teams are happy to provide general feedback when asked. This is more common when working with smaller, independent casting teams than with large-scale commercial casting calls.",[216,3137,3139],{"id":3138},"will-my-castora-submissions-be-visible-to-other-casting-teams","Will my Castora submissions be visible to other casting teams?",[16,3141,3142],{},"No. Each audition is completely separate. Your submissions are only visible to the casting team that created the specific audition you submitted to. Other casting teams cannot see your past submissions or performance history.",[216,3144,3146],{"id":3145},"can-i-delete-a-submission","Can I delete a submission?",[16,3148,3149],{},"You cannot delete a submission after it's been received. If the audition allows resubmissions, you can upload a new tape that replaces the original. If resubmissions aren't allowed, your first submission stands.",[216,3151,3153],{"id":3152},"what-if-i-submitted-to-the-wrong-audition","What if I submitted to the wrong audition?",[16,3155,3156],{},"Contact the casting team directly through the email address provided in the audition brief. They can handle this on their end.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":3158},[3159,3163,3168,3173,3177],{"id":2818,"depth":79,"text":2819,"children":3160},[3161,3162],{"id":2822,"depth":353,"text":2823},{"id":2858,"depth":353,"text":2859},{"id":2909,"depth":79,"text":2910,"children":3164},[3165,3166,3167],{"id":2913,"depth":353,"text":2914},{"id":2934,"depth":353,"text":2935},{"id":2961,"depth":353,"text":2962},{"id":2968,"depth":79,"text":2969,"children":3169},[3170,3171,3172],{"id":2972,"depth":353,"text":2973},{"id":3005,"depth":353,"text":3006},{"id":3032,"depth":353,"text":3033},{"id":3059,"depth":79,"text":3060,"children":3174},[3175,3176],{"id":3063,"depth":353,"text":3064},{"id":3090,"depth":353,"text":3091},{"id":3120,"depth":79,"text":3121,"children":3178},[3179,3180,3181,3182,3183],{"id":3124,"depth":353,"text":3125},{"id":3131,"depth":353,"text":3132},{"id":3138,"depth":353,"text":3139},{"id":3145,"depth":353,"text":3146},{"id":3152,"depth":353,"text":3153},"What to expect after submitting your audition and how to interpret any feedback you receive.",{},{"title":128,"description":3184},"Learn what happens after you submit your audition on Castora and how to interpret feedback from casting teams.","Understanding Feedback — Castora Docs","docs\u002Ffor-performers\u002Funderstanding-feedback","ATSZRLLaZpyHIXMrlo3Q2YDLuDgFZ9k0Pc_FFmSdUe8",{"id":3192,"title":335,"author":7,"body":3193,"date":7,"description":3531,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":3532,"navigation":87,"order":353,"path":334,"readingTime":7,"seo":3533,"seoDescription":3534,"seoTitle":3535,"stem":3536,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":3537},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Fgetting-started\u002Finviting-your-team.md",{"type":9,"value":3194,"toc":3510},[3195,3198,3201,3205,3212,3216,3238,3241,3245,3248,3268,3272,3275,3279,3282,3299,3302,3306,3309,3321,3324,3328,3331,3345,3348,3352,3387,3391,3394,3397,3416,3419,3423,3426,3440,3445,3449,3453,3463,3467,3470,3474,3482,3484],[12,3196,335],{"id":3197},"inviting-your-team",[16,3199,3200],{},"Castora is built for collaboration. Bringing your casting directors, producers, and coordinators into your organisation means everyone can review submissions, score candidates, and discuss decisions in one shared workspace.",[20,3202,3204],{"id":3203},"how-invitations-work","How invitations work",[16,3206,3207,3208,3211],{},"Team members are invited at the ",[186,3209,3210],{},"organisation level",". Once someone joins your organisation, they can be added as a reviewer on any audition within it. There's no need to re-invite people for each new casting call.",[216,3213,3215],{"id":3214},"sending-invitations","Sending invitations",[245,3217,3218,3225,3230,3233],{},[28,3219,3220,3221,3224],{},"Navigate to ",[186,3222,3223],{},"Settings → Team"," from your dashboard.",[28,3226,463,3227,467],{},[186,3228,3229],{},"Invite Member",[28,3231,3232],{},"Enter their email address and select a role.",[28,3234,463,3235,467],{},[186,3236,3237],{},"Send Invite",[16,3239,3240],{},"The invitee will receive an email with a link to join your organisation. If they don't have a Castora account yet, they'll be prompted to create one during the sign-up flow.",[216,3242,3244],{"id":3243},"invitation-status","Invitation status",[16,3246,3247],{},"You can track pending invitations from the Team settings page:",[25,3249,3250,3256,3262],{},[28,3251,3252,3255],{},[186,3253,3254],{},"Pending"," — invitation sent, waiting for the recipient to accept.",[28,3257,3258,3261],{},[186,3259,3260],{},"Accepted"," — the member has joined your organisation.",[28,3263,3264,3267],{},[186,3265,3266],{},"Expired"," — the invitation wasn't accepted within 7 days. You can resend it.",[20,3269,3271],{"id":3270},"roles-and-permissions","Roles and permissions",[16,3273,3274],{},"Castora uses a simple role system to control what each team member can do:",[216,3276,3278],{"id":3277},"owner","Owner",[16,3280,3281],{},"The person who created the organisation. Owners have full control:",[25,3283,3284,3287,3290,3293,3296],{},[28,3285,3286],{},"Manage all organisation settings",[28,3288,3289],{},"Invite and remove members",[28,3291,3292],{},"Create, edit, and delete auditions",[28,3294,3295],{},"Access all submissions and scores",[28,3297,3298],{},"Manage billing and subscription",[16,3300,3301],{},"Each organisation has one owner. Ownership can be transferred in Settings.",[216,3303,3305],{"id":3304},"admin","Admin",[16,3307,3308],{},"Admins can do almost everything an owner can:",[25,3310,3311,3314,3316,3318],{},[28,3312,3313],{},"Invite and remove members (except the owner)",[28,3315,3292],{},[28,3317,3295],{},[28,3319,3320],{},"Manage organisation settings",[16,3322,3323],{},"Admins cannot transfer ownership or manage billing.",[216,3325,3327],{"id":3326},"member","Member",[16,3329,3330],{},"The default role for most team members:",[25,3332,3333,3336,3339,3342],{},[28,3334,3335],{},"View auditions they've been added to as reviewers",[28,3337,3338],{},"Score submissions on assigned auditions",[28,3340,3341],{},"Participate in Audition Room discussions",[28,3343,3344],{},"Upload files to auditions they're assigned to",[16,3346,3347],{},"Members cannot create auditions, invite other members, or change organisation settings.",[216,3349,3351],{"id":3350},"choosing-the-right-role","Choosing the right role",[1244,3353,3354,3364],{},[1247,3355,3356],{},[1250,3357,3358,3361],{},[1253,3359,3360],{},"Role",[1253,3362,3363],{},"Best for",[1260,3365,3366,3373,3380],{},[1250,3367,3368,3370],{},[1265,3369,3278],{},[1265,3371,3372],{},"The primary account holder, typically the head of casting or production company lead",[1250,3374,3375,3377],{},[1265,3376,3305],{},[1265,3378,3379],{},"Senior casting directors or producers who need to manage auditions independently",[1250,3381,3382,3384],{},[1265,3383,3327],{},[1265,3385,3386],{},"Associate casting directors, coordinators, directors, or anyone who needs to review and score",[20,3388,3390],{"id":3389},"adding-reviewers-to-auditions","Adding reviewers to auditions",[16,3392,3393],{},"Inviting someone to your organisation doesn't automatically add them to every audition. You assign reviewers on a per-audition basis.",[16,3395,3396],{},"To add reviewers to an audition:",[245,3398,3399,3402,3408,3411],{},[28,3400,3401],{},"Open the audition from your dashboard.",[28,3403,3404,3405,3407],{},"Go to the ",[186,3406,522],{}," tab.",[28,3409,3410],{},"Select team members from the dropdown or search by name.",[28,3412,463,3413,467],{},[186,3414,3415],{},"Add",[16,3417,3418],{},"Reviewers receive a notification and can immediately start watching and scoring submissions.",[216,3420,3422],{"id":3421},"reviewer-notifications","Reviewer notifications",[16,3424,3425],{},"Reviewers are notified when:",[25,3427,3428,3431,3434,3437],{},[28,3429,3430],{},"They're added to an audition",[28,3432,3433],{},"New submissions arrive on an audition they're reviewing",[28,3435,3436],{},"Someone replies to their comment in the Audition Room",[28,3438,3439],{},"A verdict is set on a submission they've scored",[16,3441,3442,3443,467],{},"Notification preferences can be managed in ",[186,3444,1075],{},[20,3446,3448],{"id":3447},"managing-your-team","Managing your team",[216,3450,3452],{"id":3451},"removing-members","Removing members",[16,3454,3455,3456,3458,3459,3462],{},"To remove a team member, go to ",[186,3457,3223],{},", find their name, and click ",[186,3460,3461],{},"Remove",". Their scores and comments on existing auditions are preserved, but they'll lose access to the organisation and all its auditions.",[216,3464,3466],{"id":3465},"changing-roles","Changing roles",[16,3468,3469],{},"To change a member's role, click the role badge next to their name in the Team settings and select the new role from the dropdown.",[216,3471,3473],{"id":3472},"team-size","Team size",[16,3475,3476,3477,3481],{},"Castora supports teams of any size. Whether you're a two-person casting team or a large production company with dozens of reviewers across multiple projects, the platform scales with you. See the ",[31,3478,3480],{"href":3479},"\u002Fpricing","pricing page"," for details on plan limits.",[20,3483,776],{"id":775},[25,3485,3486,3492,3498,3504],{},[28,3487,3488,3491],{},[186,3489,3490],{},"Invite your core team before publishing your first audition"," — this way, reviewers are ready to go as soon as submissions start arriving.",[28,3493,3494,3497],{},[186,3495,3496],{},"Use the Member role for external collaborators"," — directors or producers who only need to review specific auditions don't need Admin access.",[28,3499,3500,3503],{},[186,3501,3502],{},"Keep your team list current"," — remove people who've left the project to keep your workspace tidy and secure.",[28,3505,3506,3509],{},[186,3507,3508],{},"Set up notifications early"," — make sure reviewers have their notification preferences configured so they don't miss new submissions.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":3511},[3512,3516,3522,3525,3530],{"id":3203,"depth":79,"text":3204,"children":3513},[3514,3515],{"id":3214,"depth":353,"text":3215},{"id":3243,"depth":353,"text":3244},{"id":3270,"depth":79,"text":3271,"children":3517},[3518,3519,3520,3521],{"id":3277,"depth":353,"text":3278},{"id":3304,"depth":353,"text":3305},{"id":3326,"depth":353,"text":3327},{"id":3350,"depth":353,"text":3351},{"id":3389,"depth":79,"text":3390,"children":3523},[3524],{"id":3421,"depth":353,"text":3422},{"id":3447,"depth":79,"text":3448,"children":3526},[3527,3528,3529],{"id":3451,"depth":353,"text":3452},{"id":3465,"depth":353,"text":3466},{"id":3472,"depth":353,"text":3473},{"id":775,"depth":79,"text":776},"How to add casting directors, producers, and coordinators to your Castora organisation.",{},{"title":335,"description":3531},"Learn how to invite team members to your Castora organisation and manage roles and permissions.","Inviting Your Team — Castora Docs","docs\u002Fgetting-started\u002Finviting-your-team","jhhevdki360yA9YhdMaxMKBbFc-zz8EV5ABw9quUqOE",{"id":3539,"title":55,"author":7,"body":3540,"date":7,"description":4271,"extension":84,"featured":85,"icon":7,"image":7,"meta":4272,"navigation":87,"order":4273,"path":54,"readingTime":7,"seo":4274,"seoDescription":4275,"seoTitle":4276,"stem":4277,"tags":7,"version":7,"__hash__":4278},"content\u002Fdocs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Faudition-visibility.md",{"type":9,"value":3541,"toc":4228},[3542,3545,3554,3561,3575,3578,3582,3585,3643,3646,3649,3655,3659,3670,3674,3682,3685,3696,3702,3707,3714,3717,3731,3734,3749,3753,3760,3774,3777,3788,3791,3796,3799,3817,3820,3837,3840,3851,3854,3863,3866,3869,3898,3901,3912,3915,3929,3933,3991,3997,4004,4007,4015,4019,4030,4034,4037,4068,4072,4076,4079,4082,4086,4089,4103,4107,4110,4114,4130,4134,4137,4141,4144,4148,4151,4155,4162,4182,4185,4189,4215,4219,4225],[12,3543,55],{"id":3544},"audition-visibility-settings",[3546,3547,3548],"blockquote",{},[16,3549,3550,3553],{},[186,3551,3552],{},"Who this is for:"," company admins and users setting up auditions on Castora. If you're picking a visibility option in the audition wizard and want to understand exactly what it does, this is your guide.",[16,3555,3556,3557,3560],{},"Every audition you create has a ",[186,3558,3559],{},"visibility"," setting. It controls two things:",[245,3562,3563,3569],{},[28,3564,3565,3568],{},[186,3566,3567],{},"Who can find your audition"," (publicly searchable vs. hidden)",[28,3570,3571,3574],{},[186,3572,3573],{},"How performers get access"," (direct application vs. invite link vs. requires acceptance)",[16,3576,3577],{},"You can't change visibility once your audition is active — so it's worth understanding the differences before you publish.",[20,3579,3581],{"id":3580},"the-quick-reference","The quick reference",[16,3583,3584],{},"If you just want to pick something and move on, here's the one-line version of each:",[1244,3586,3587,3597],{},[1247,3588,3589],{},[1250,3590,3591,3594],{},[1253,3592,3593],{},"Visibility",[1253,3595,3596],{},"One-line summary",[1260,3598,3599,3609,3623,3633],{},[1250,3600,3601,3606],{},[1265,3602,3603],{},[186,3604,3605],{},"Open",[1265,3607,3608],{},"Anyone can find and apply. Publicly listed.",[1250,3610,3611,3620],{},[1265,3612,3613,3616,3617],{},[186,3614,3615],{},"Open (Register First)"," ",[2512,3618,3619],{},"(timed auditions only)",[1265,3621,3622],{},"Performers register interest; you approve before they start.",[1250,3624,3625,3630],{},[1265,3626,3627],{},[186,3628,3629],{},"Invite Only",[1265,3631,3632],{},"Invited performers apply via their emailed invite link. Not publicly discoverable.",[1250,3634,3635,3640],{},[1265,3636,3637],{},[186,3638,3639],{},"Invite Only — Requires Acceptance",[1265,3641,3642],{},"Invited performers must explicitly accept the invite before they can view audition details. Best for sensitive info.",[16,3644,3645],{},"That's it for the quick picker. Read on if you want to understand the nuances — especially the difference between the two Invite Only variants, which trips people up the most.",[20,3647,3605],{"id":3648},"open",[16,3650,3651,3654],{},[186,3652,3653],{},"Use when:"," you want the widest possible reach. General casting calls, open submissions, community auditions.",[216,3656,3658],{"id":3657},"what-performers-see","What performers see",[25,3660,3661,3664,3667],{},[28,3662,3663],{},"Your audition appears in Castora's public audition search",[28,3665,3666],{},"Anyone with a Castora account can view the full details — name, description, deadline, your company, any resources you've attached",[28,3668,3669],{},"They click \"Apply\" and submit directly",[216,3671,3673],{"id":3672},"what-you-do","What you do",[25,3675,3676,3679],{},[28,3677,3678],{},"Create the audition, publish it, submissions start arriving",[28,3680,3681],{},"No invite management. No approval queue.",[216,3683,3363],{"id":3684},"best-for",[25,3686,3687,3690,3693],{},[28,3688,3689],{},"Open calls where reach matters more than selection",[28,3691,3692],{},"Low-barrier auditions (\"send us a self-tape, any experience level\")",[28,3694,3695],{},"Building your audition pipeline with a broad net",[20,3697,3699,3700],{"id":3698},"open-register-first-timed-auditions-only","Open (Register First) ",[2512,3701,3619],{},[16,3703,3704,3706],{},[186,3705,3653],{}," your audition has a time limit and you want to control who attempts it — but you don't have a specific invite list in mind.",[16,3708,3709,3710,3713],{},"This option only appears when your audition mode is ",[186,3711,3712],{},"Timed Audition",". The \"register first\" step gives you a gate before the clock starts.",[216,3715,3658],{"id":3716},"what-performers-see-1",[25,3718,3719,3722,3725,3728],{},[28,3720,3721],{},"Audition appears in public search",[28,3723,3724],{},"They click \"Register Interest\" (not \"Apply\" — there's no application yet)",[28,3726,3727],{},"They see a confirmation that you'll review their registration",[28,3729,3730],{},"When you approve, they get an email with a link to start the timed attempt",[216,3732,3673],{"id":3733},"what-you-do-1",[25,3735,3736,3743,3746],{},[28,3737,3738,3739,3742],{},"On the audition's ",[186,3740,3741],{},"Interest"," tab, review each registration",[28,3744,3745],{},"Approve or decline with one click",[28,3747,3748],{},"Optional: set an expiry date — if the approved performer doesn't start within the window, their spot expires and reopens",[216,3750,3752],{"id":3751},"registration-limits","Registration limits",[16,3754,3755,3756,3759],{},"You can set a ",[186,3757,3758],{},"cap"," on total registrations (e.g. \"50 performers max\"). Once hit:",[25,3761,3762,3768],{},[28,3763,3764,3767],{},[186,3765,3766],{},"Without waitlist:"," new registrations are refused with a friendly message",[28,3769,3770,3773],{},[186,3771,3772],{},"With waitlist enabled:"," overflow performers join a queue. If you decline someone or their approval expires, the oldest waitlisted performer is automatically registered and notified by email",[216,3775,3363],{"id":3776},"best-for-1",[25,3778,3779,3782,3785],{},[28,3780,3781],{},"Popular timed auditions where you want quality over quantity",[28,3783,3784],{},"Pre-screening before committing team time",[28,3786,3787],{},"Managing team workload (\"we can review 30 this week\")",[20,3789,3629],{"id":3790},"invite-only",[16,3792,3793,3795],{},[186,3794,3653],{}," you have specific performers in mind and you've got their email addresses, and the audition details are fine to share openly once they click the link.",[216,3797,3658],{"id":3798},"what-performers-see-2",[25,3800,3801,3808,3811,3814],{},[28,3802,3803,3804,3807],{},"Audition does ",[186,3805,3806],{},"not"," appear in any public search",[28,3809,3810],{},"They receive an email from you with a unique invite link",[28,3812,3813],{},"Clicking the link takes them straight to the audition page — full details visible",[28,3815,3816],{},"They apply from there",[216,3818,3673],{"id":3819},"what-you-do-2",[25,3821,3822,3825,3831,3834],{},[28,3823,3824],{},"Create the audition, set visibility to Invite Only, publish it",[28,3826,3404,3827,3830],{},[186,3828,3829],{},"Invites"," tab on the audition detail page",[28,3832,3833],{},"Enter one or more email addresses — each gets a unique invite link",[28,3835,3836],{},"Track which invites have been clicked and responded to",[216,3838,3363],{"id":3839},"best-for-2",[25,3841,3842,3845,3848],{},[28,3843,3844],{},"Targeted casting calls",[28,3846,3847],{},"Auditions where the details (role description, timings, company name) aren't sensitive",[28,3849,3850],{},"Re-engaging past performers from your roster",[20,3852,3639],{"id":3853},"invite-only-requires-acceptance",[16,3855,3856,3858,3859,3862],{},[186,3857,3653],{}," everything under Invite Only applies, ",[186,3860,3861],{},"AND"," the audition details are sensitive enough that you only want to share them with performers who've explicitly confirmed they're in.",[16,3864,3865],{},"This is the stricter cousin of Invite Only. The difference is entirely in the performer's first click.",[216,3867,3658],{"id":3868},"what-performers-see-3",[25,3870,3871,3875,3878,3885,3892,3895],{},[28,3872,3803,3873,3807],{},[186,3874,3806],{},[28,3876,3877],{},"They receive an email invite with a link",[28,3879,3880,3881,3884],{},"Clicking the link takes them to a ",[186,3882,3883],{},"preview page"," first — showing only the basics: your company name and an invitation to audition",[28,3886,3887,3888,3891],{},"They must click ",[186,3889,3890],{},"Accept"," before the full audition details appear",[28,3893,3894],{},"After accepting, they can return to the audition anytime from their dashboard",[28,3896,3897],{},"If they Decline, their access is immediately revoked",[216,3899,3673],{"id":3900},"what-you-do-3",[25,3902,3903,3906,3909],{},[28,3904,3905],{},"Same as Invite Only — send email invites from the Invites tab",[28,3907,3908],{},"You'll see each invite's status: Pending → Accepted (or Declined)",[28,3910,3911],{},"Only performers who've accepted can see details like venue address, fee information, or creative brief",[216,3913,3363],{"id":3914},"best-for-3",[25,3916,3917,3920,3923,3926],{},[28,3918,3919],{},"Auditions with sensitive logistical info (unannounced venues, private rehearsal addresses)",[28,3921,3922],{},"Auditions where the creative brief contains NDA-adjacent information",[28,3924,3925],{},"Productions that need explicit commitment signals before sharing the full picture",[28,3927,3928],{},"Any audition where you want a clean record of \"this performer confirmed they're taking part\"",[216,3930,3932],{"id":3931},"the-key-distinction-from-plain-invite-only","The key distinction from plain Invite Only",[1244,3934,3935,3946],{},[1247,3936,3937],{},[1250,3938,3939,3942,3944],{},[1253,3940,3941],{},"Aspect",[1253,3943,3629],{},[1253,3945,3639],{},[1260,3947,3948,3959,3970,3981],{},[1250,3949,3950,3953,3956],{},[1265,3951,3952],{},"First click on invite link",[1265,3954,3955],{},"Full details immediately",[1265,3957,3958],{},"Preview only; must Accept to see more",[1250,3960,3961,3964,3967],{},[1265,3962,3963],{},"Ongoing access from dashboard",[1265,3965,3966],{},"Only after they've applied",[1265,3968,3969],{},"Straight after acceptance",[1250,3971,3972,3975,3978],{},[1265,3973,3974],{},"Company sees explicit RSVP",[1265,3976,3977],{},"\"Invite opened\"",[1265,3979,3980],{},"\"Invite accepted\" or \"Declined\"",[1250,3982,3983,3985,3988],{},[1265,3984,3363],{},[1265,3986,3987],{},"Standard targeted casting",[1265,3989,3990],{},"Sensitive details, explicit commitment",[16,3992,3993,3994,467],{},"Both require you to send invites. Both hide the audition from public search. The only difference is ",[186,3995,3996],{},"what the performer sees when they click the invite link",[20,3998,4000,4001],{"id":3999},"archived-system-state-not-selectable","Archived ",[2512,4002,4003],{},"(system state, not selectable)",[16,4005,4006],{},"You won't pick Archived in the wizard — it's applied automatically when:",[25,4008,4009,4012],{},[28,4010,4011],{},"You close or archive an audition",[28,4013,4014],{},"The audition reaches end-of-life and is moved out of active lists",[216,4016,4018],{"id":4017},"what-happens","What happens",[25,4020,4021,4024,4027],{},[28,4022,4023],{},"Performers can no longer discover or submit to the audition",[28,4025,4026],{},"Your team keeps full access under the \"Archived\" filter on the auditions list",[28,4028,4029],{},"Performers who already submitted keep their submission history",[20,4031,4033],{"id":4032},"which-should-i-pick","Which should I pick?",[16,4035,4036],{},"Here's a quick decision tree. Answer in order; stop at the first \"yes\".",[245,4038,4039,4047,4054,4061],{},[28,4040,4041,4044,4045],{},[186,4042,4043],{},"Do you want anyone with a Castora account to be able to find and apply?","\n→ ",[186,4046,3605],{},[28,4048,4049,4044,4052],{},[186,4050,4051],{},"Are you running a timed audition and want to cap or pre-screen registrations?",[186,4053,3615],{},[28,4055,4056,4044,4059],{},[186,4057,4058],{},"Do you have a specific list of people in mind, and the audition details are safe to share openly once they click the invite?",[186,4060,3629],{},[28,4062,4063,4044,4066],{},[186,4064,4065],{},"Do you have a specific list in mind, AND the audition details are sensitive (hidden venue, fee info, creative brief, unreleased project)?",[186,4067,3639],{},[20,4069,4071],{"id":4070},"faq","FAQ",[216,4073,4075],{"id":4074},"can-i-change-visibility-after-publishing","Can I change visibility after publishing?",[16,4077,4078],{},"Not through the wizard — visibility locks once an audition is active or scheduled. This prevents accidental access regressions (for example, loosening from Invite Only to Open would expose details to performers you never intended).",[16,4080,4081],{},"Platform admins can override via the admin panel if genuinely needed, but the change is audited.",[216,4083,4085],{"id":4084},"can-i-mix-approaches-some-invited-performers-and-a-public-listing","Can I mix approaches? Some invited performers AND a public listing?",[16,4087,4088],{},"Not directly on one audition. If you want to do both — say, a public open call PLUS targeted invites to specific known performers — you have two options:",[245,4090,4091,4097],{},[28,4092,4093,4096],{},[186,4094,4095],{},"Run two auditions"," (same role, one Open and one Invite Only). Neat separation, two submission lists to review.",[28,4098,4099,4102],{},[186,4100,4101],{},"Run one Open audition and send performers the direct link."," They'll apply like anyone else, but you can signpost them via email.",[216,4104,4106],{"id":4105},"what-happens-on-open-register-first-if-i-decline-someone","What happens on Open (Register First) if I decline someone?",[16,4108,4109],{},"They receive a polite \"We're not able to offer you a place\" email. Their interest status flips to declined. If you have a waitlist enabled, the oldest waitlisted performer is automatically promoted into their place.",[216,4111,4113],{"id":4112},"how-do-performers-cancel-their-interest-booking","How do performers cancel their interest \u002F booking?",[25,4115,4116,4122,4127],{},[28,4117,4118,4119,4121],{},"On ",[186,4120,3615],{}," — they can cancel their interest anytime before being approved.",[28,4123,4118,4124,4126],{},[186,4125,3639],{}," — they can withdraw from their dashboard. This flips their invite to declined and removes their access to the audition page.",[28,4128,4129],{},"Bookings on live auditions — cancellable from their My Bookings page; you're notified and the slot reopens.",[216,4131,4133],{"id":4132},"does-declining-an-invite-notify-me","Does declining an invite notify me?",[16,4135,4136],{},"Yes. If a performer declines an invite (or withdraws after accepting), you'll see the updated status on the Invites tab and get an in-app notification.",[216,4138,4140],{"id":4139},"how-does-a-performer-on-the-waitlist-know-their-position","How does a performer on the waitlist know their position?",[16,4142,4143],{},"They see their position (\"You're #3 in the queue\") on the audition page and in the confirmation email. When they're promoted, they get a second email.",[216,4145,4147],{"id":4146},"can-i-require-acceptance-and-allow-public-discovery","Can I require acceptance AND allow public discovery?",[16,4149,4150],{},"No — those are two separate visibility models. Public discovery (Open \u002F Open Register First) inherently doesn't need invites, so there's nothing to \"accept\". Acceptance is specifically the gate between \"you've been invited\" and \"you can see the details\".",[20,4152,4154],{"id":4153},"live-online-auditions-meeting-links","Live online auditions — meeting links",[16,4156,4157,4158,4161],{},"If your audition mode is ",[186,4159,4160],{},"Live (Online)",", the performer's invite includes a booking flow (pick a slot) but the meeting link itself is separate.",[25,4163,4164,4167,4170,4176,4179],{},[28,4165,4166],{},"You set a default meeting URL on the audition (e.g. your Google Meet link)",[28,4168,4169],{},"Each schedule can override the default if needed",[28,4171,4172,4173],{},"Performers with booked slots see a \"Join Meeting\" button that activates ",[186,4174,4175],{},"15 minutes before their slot start time",[28,4177,4178],{},"Before that window, the button shows a countdown (\"Available in 2h 15m\")",[28,4180,4181],{},"After the slot ends (plus 15 min grace), the button disappears",[16,4183,4184],{},"This works the same way across all visibility options — if a performer has a confirmed booking, they get the meeting link on their schedule.",[20,4186,4188],{"id":4187},"what-to-avoid","What to avoid",[25,4190,4191,4197,4203,4209],{},[28,4192,4193,4196],{},[186,4194,4195],{},"Don't pick Invite Only — Requires Acceptance when your details aren't actually sensitive."," The extra click is friction for performers. Only use it when the privacy gain is real.",[28,4198,4199,4202],{},[186,4200,4201],{},"Don't set a registration cap without a waitlist if demand is uncertain."," \"Sorry, we're full\" is a worse performer experience than \"You're on the waitlist — we'll let you know if a spot opens up.\"",[28,4204,4205,4208],{},[186,4206,4207],{},"Don't assume Invite Only hides your company."," Performers see your company name on the invite email and the audition page. If you need complete anonymity, talk to us — that's a different feature.",[28,4210,4211,4214],{},[186,4212,4213],{},"Don't rely on visibility for NDA enforcement."," Requires Acceptance creates a soft \"they said yes\" log, but it isn't a signed NDA. If you need a legal commitment, attach your NDA as a resource and require signing via your own tools.",[20,4216,4218],{"id":4217},"still-unsure","Still unsure?",[16,4220,4221,4222,4224],{},"Pick ",[186,4223,3605],{}," for your first few auditions. Most teams realise after running a couple of Open auditions what their real use case is — that's when Invite Only or Open (Register First) starts to make sense. Starting simple is almost never the wrong call.",[16,4226,4227],{},"If you want to talk through a specific use case, your account team is happy to help.",{"title":78,"searchDepth":79,"depth":79,"links":4229},[4230,4231,4236,4243,4248,4254,4258,4259,4268,4269,4270],{"id":3580,"depth":79,"text":3581},{"id":3648,"depth":79,"text":3605,"children":4232},[4233,4234,4235],{"id":3657,"depth":353,"text":3658},{"id":3672,"depth":353,"text":3673},{"id":3684,"depth":353,"text":3363},{"id":3698,"depth":79,"text":4237,"children":4238},"Open (Register First) (timed auditions only)",[4239,4240,4241,4242],{"id":3716,"depth":353,"text":3658},{"id":3733,"depth":353,"text":3673},{"id":3751,"depth":353,"text":3752},{"id":3776,"depth":353,"text":3363},{"id":3790,"depth":79,"text":3629,"children":4244},[4245,4246,4247],{"id":3798,"depth":353,"text":3658},{"id":3819,"depth":353,"text":3673},{"id":3839,"depth":353,"text":3363},{"id":3853,"depth":79,"text":3639,"children":4249},[4250,4251,4252,4253],{"id":3868,"depth":353,"text":3658},{"id":3900,"depth":353,"text":3673},{"id":3914,"depth":353,"text":3363},{"id":3931,"depth":353,"text":3932},{"id":3999,"depth":79,"text":4255,"children":4256},"Archived (system state, not selectable)",[4257],{"id":4017,"depth":353,"text":4018},{"id":4032,"depth":79,"text":4033},{"id":4070,"depth":79,"text":4071,"children":4260},[4261,4262,4263,4264,4265,4266,4267],{"id":4074,"depth":353,"text":4075},{"id":4084,"depth":353,"text":4085},{"id":4105,"depth":353,"text":4106},{"id":4112,"depth":353,"text":4113},{"id":4132,"depth":353,"text":4133},{"id":4139,"depth":353,"text":4140},{"id":4146,"depth":353,"text":4147},{"id":4153,"depth":79,"text":4154},{"id":4187,"depth":79,"text":4188},{"id":4217,"depth":79,"text":4218},"Understand the visibility options for your auditions — who can find them, how performers get access, and which option fits your use case.",{},4,{"title":55,"description":4271},"A guide to Castora's audition visibility options — Open, Open (Register First), Invite Only, and Invite Only (Requires Acceptance) — and when to use each.","Audition Visibility Settings — Castora Docs","docs\u002Ffor-casting-teams\u002Faudition-visibility","uzZeWuD_dRWgx3SH6hUBC3hS7erTwfpu39Qs5GFwlAY",1776680000898]