Self-tape like a pro
- Framing: camera at eye level, landscape. Frame from mid-chest to just above the head for most scenes.
- Eyeline: look just to the side of the lens, at your reader — never straight into the camera unless asked.
- Light: face a window or a soft lamp. Avoid light behind you. Add a second soft light to fill shadows.
- Background: plain, uncluttered wall — grey, blue or white.
- Sound: a small room with soft furnishings. Your reader should be quieter than you.
- Slate: name, height (if asked), location and agent. Keep it friendly and under 10 seconds.
Practise with the mock auditions below. Each comes with a casting brief and sides, and a panel of coaches reviews your tape.
Mock auditions
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