Self Tape Success

Use this quick + easy guide to make sure
you deliver your best self tape every single time.

Sound

•  Have I checked my sound + listened to playback?
•  Have I made sure there are no dogs barking, planes or wind noises?
•  Is my mic plugged into recording device + have I made sure I sound louder than the reader?

Eyeline

•  Have I checked my frame? Am I being shot from the chest up or closer?
•  Where is my eyeline? Have I made sure I'm not looking in the lens?
•  Have I set up marks if I 'm speaking to more than one person?

Lighting + Landscape

•  Am I well-lit without giant shadows behind me or any lighting equipment in frame?
•  If I'm shooting on a phone, is it set up horizontally (landscape mode), not vertically?
•  Does my back drop fill the entire frame? Is it free of wrinkles, if it's a sheet?

Find a Good Reader

•  Have I printed sides for my reader? (Or sent them if it's digitally?)
•  Have I highlighted their lines so they can easily pick up their cues?
•  Have I rehearsed with them, practiced my eyeline and know they are not louder than me?

Take Time For The Slate

•  Does this audition ask for a slate?
•  Does this audition ask for any other information - height, special skills, location?
•  Did they ask for a full body shot? Read instructions carefully + do exactly as they ask.

Audition Mindset Prep

•  Have I tuned out the needs of my ego + tuned into the needs of my character?
•  Have I let go of trying to book the job + instead focus on serving the story in my unique way
•  Do I need expert guidance to compete at the highest level? 1:2:1 Audition Prep contact Carol:
  info@360arts.uk to arrange a session with 360 Arts Management Affiliated, Award Winning
  Director, Mat McPherson

Project Formatting + Labeling Instruction

•  Did I double-check the formatting + labeling instructions I've been given on this project?
•  Did I create a proper file + send it via a file transfer service like Dropbox, WeTransfer or Tagmin?
•  Did I make sure to not share the details of this project publicly in any way?

Expedite Your Audition + Eliminate The Extras

•  Have I waited until the last minute to record? Casting happens fast. Prepare, Record. Submit.
•  Am I over-thinking my audition with tons of takes? Your first 3 are most likely your best.
•  Have I kept it clean + simple? Did I eliminate lots of props, fancy fades or special effects?

(You can download a pdf version of this checklist clicking here)