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Archive Viewing • Portfolio Clip Requests

SDA Archive · Portfolio Clips Request

Request portfolio clips from an SDA production.

For students, alumni, faculty, and staff who want clips of an SDA performance for portfolio use. Mark up to 90 seconds total, with no more than 30 seconds from any one song or scene. The system will render your selections into one downloadable file.

Request type

Portfolio Clips Request

Legal use & terms of access

  • The archival material provided by the School of Dramatic Arts is for personal portfolio, research, or educational purposes only. Monetization, redistribution, or commercial use is prohibited. Violation may result in legal action.
  • Clips that follow the 30/90 rule (up to 90 seconds of total footage, no more than 30 seconds from any one song or scene) may be shared publicly for portfolio use (casting profiles, reels, personal websites, social media). Clips may not be monetized in any form. This includes ad-revenue sharing, paid streaming, sponsorships, or use in advertising.
  • No separate use may be made of any music contained in the recordings or clips. Reuse of music independent of the video requires a separate mechanical license and payment of applicable royalties.
  • Viewing access is stream-only. You will not receive a downloadable copy of the full recording. Approved requests receive a time-limited viewing link that stays valid for 7 days after the email is sent. Once you click the link, your viewing window opens for 48 hours. If you don't click within 7 days, you'll need to submit a new request.
  • Access links are time-limited and intended solely for the requester. The password or magic link may not be shared. The individual who requests access is solely responsible for maintaining the security of their access credentials.
  • Access may be revoked at any time. Non-compliance may result in revocation of access and further action by the School.

Agree to the conditions above to continue.

These recordings represent both educational value and protected creative works. Access may be revoked at any time, and non-compliance may result in further action by the School.

Questions? Email joeshea@usc.edu.