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@TheDannyVegaShow3 жыл бұрын
Kurt this is awesome! Your videos help me out a lot, thank you so much for posting. I do have a question though. Some casting directors here in Florida say to self tape waist up and others don't give you direction. Do you have a video on how close your shots have to be for a self tape audition?
@ActingCareerCenter3 жыл бұрын
@@TheDannyVegaShow Always follow the directions listed. If they don't provide directions, I like to shoot chest-up for theatrical auditions and waist-up for commercial auditions.
@y.amandasyaputri57232 ай бұрын
@@ActingCareerCenterHello Kurt… Many many thanks from INDONESIA. I got a casting call for movie that requires me to send 1 minute Introduction Video. So, is that Introduction Video same as Audition Video you explain in this video?
@ActorWarrenCurle-cq8gbАй бұрын
Thank you
@TheBritishActingCoach3 жыл бұрын
“I don’t care if you’re using the back up camera on your Toyota prius. Put that on a tripod.” Hilarious.
@williamjackson32853 жыл бұрын
That Toyota is pretty stable I’m sure!
@josettetaylor51762 жыл бұрын
What about the Beeeeeeeeeeeeep? 🤣
@ShogunKaye2 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@kieshapaul2 жыл бұрын
What is a digital read? I was asked to submit a self-tape and the casting director asked me to submit a digital read. Also, are you expected to memorize your lines for self-taped auditions?
@naomih24983 жыл бұрын
1. Follow taping instructions 2. Non-distracting background 3. Horizontal video 4. Use a tripod 5. Camera at eye level 6. Actor should be well lit 7. Actor should be louder than the reader 8. Quiet on set 9. Small file sizes 10. Submit ON TIME
@elektra86063 жыл бұрын
This is really good, thank you. Saved me a bit of time.
@xaylee54263 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this
@williamjackson32853 жыл бұрын
Just watch the video people!
@mauricejordan18662 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this info
@ceedub_19832 жыл бұрын
@@williamjackson3285 no
@LouJohnsonValleyStream3 жыл бұрын
I should have looked at this before my last audition submission. SO...here are my additions to this: If you are auditioning as a HOST or Newscaster, DO NOT record in selfie mode. You are acting, not directing or critiquing. Do this so you look at the lens and not yourself that is off the lens to the left or right. Also: Let the camera roll. Don't go back and forth to the camera to delete the last take. Just stand there and keep trying until you get 1-2 great takes. Then just edit out all of the previous mess ups.
@EidrianDore6 ай бұрын
You absolutely nailed it!! I had the first class of the last course of my acting school and we talked A LOT about this. At some point my professor, a guy who has being living thanks to his art for the last 20 years, said a few laws, sort of speak, that we should all follow to deliver a profesional quality self tape, and it's like he saw your video before that class. Thank you so much for being a trustworthy source of knowledge of this beautiful craft. See you at work!!
@buzzedlunne66683 жыл бұрын
great tips, I think 'sticking to the audition lines' should be somewhere within this list
@ShenitaMoore3 жыл бұрын
True! ❤️
@womack9003 жыл бұрын
It definitely depends on what you’re auditioning for. If you’re auditioning for a comedy role a lot of CDs will want some improv and will usually say that in the casting call. If it’s a serious dramatic role, you should probably do the lines verbatim. As long as you don’t go completely off the rails from the actual lines you’ll be fine if you have the talent and the look they’re looking for as that role.
@brycetaylor35403 жыл бұрын
They don't care as much about exact lines as they do the character you are presenting and there are many exceptions to this rule. There are a lot of reasons it's not on the list.
@mother_darling3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this very clear video. My 12 year old son was asked to audition for a role in a film and I was terrified of screwing up his audition video. This made me feel much better! I really like the suggestion for using an external microphone!
@Ketsado2 жыл бұрын
Howd it go?
@mother_darling2 жыл бұрын
@@Ketsado unfortunately he didn't get the part, but it was great practice for any future opportunities! It's actually adorable, even though he didn't get it, he still feels so good about being asked to audition ♡
@kristaowen85663 жыл бұрын
Awesome info! I'm doing my first monologue for my agent so that she can see my abilities and range. I'm a pro photographer, so luckily I already have some of the tools needed for a great audition self-tape!! Love your videos, they do help a lot!!
@kristianpeterson25713 жыл бұрын
Great advice. I always try to submit early. One, for that time buffer you mentioned. And two, because there’s always a chance that my agent will want me to redo something. Or shoot it in a different style. This happens on commercial auditions more than film or tv.
@ActingCareerCenter3 жыл бұрын
Great advice!
@gwensmith34173 жыл бұрын
I had an open call audition for nickelodeon sent to me once and I followed all of these rules except my mom was holding the camera. Funny thing is this was before I knew I wanted to be an actress
@truemiracle21223 жыл бұрын
how did you get the call? did you have an agent?
@gwensmith34173 жыл бұрын
@@truemiracle2122 No my friend had aa agent and sent it so me because it was open which means anyone who sees it can apply to audition
@cinematicworld46842 жыл бұрын
Really😃😃 so u selected ?? ❤❤
@findinganagent10182 жыл бұрын
@@gwensmith3417 can i know the name of agent please
@ssvishnov3 жыл бұрын
Omg that picture of Val Kilmer as Holliday is absolute fire!!! One of my favourite Westerns, and I'm a huge Westerns nerd. If you're ever considering selling that photo I would be interested. Oh yeah the tips were helpful too ;)
@cakesbycece70382 жыл бұрын
This is perfect! I'm a newbie to all of this, & this was exactly what I needed!
@Tainted_Julz_Radio2 жыл бұрын
I love that you covered the on time thing. I just blew it with a huge companany because my dog ate rat poison and had to take her to the vet. If I had given myself that differant deadline I would of had it in well before that happened. I’ll definatly be doing this from now on
@freddylrobinson37513 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great info, and the Sanford Meisner on Acting is a must, along with the follow up book by William Esper
@NicaPicha062 жыл бұрын
Very valuable & vital information. Thank you so much for the link to the quality equipment! Researching which equipment is best suited for self-taped auditions can be so time consuming, super convenient to have it all consolidated on one page. I look forward to your future videos! 🎭
@Schahinmusician3 жыл бұрын
Am not an actor but a singer-songwriter and definitely a storyteller! Very interesting & valuable clip! Thank you for sharing your awesome advice! A pure coincidence that I found your channel (or maybe not a coincidence??!) Thumbs up 👍 and subscribed! 😇
@edenbreslinАй бұрын
Thank you so much!! I am currently an actress heading into teaching acting and am needing a lot of tips on how to pull it off! 🌟
@rashidadafashionactressras47194 жыл бұрын
Thanks as always Kurt, great info!
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@cylindamcalister34944 жыл бұрын
Love this great stuff Kurt, Thank you so much...:))
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@BennetteNgoma3 жыл бұрын
4:13 is sending me😂😂😂😂😂😂 my humour is down the drain but thanks for this!!
@manyhatcat49243 жыл бұрын
This video gets right to it and is very informative. Most excellent! The recommended tools are affordable and available; I've already ordered some. Thank you!
@RaidenWarbound2 жыл бұрын
Ok, I already know all this from vlogging and stuff! But never hurts to get reminders!! Awesome!
@veronicasmith45044 жыл бұрын
Your channel deserves so much more...👏👏👏
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@victorwaggoner2 жыл бұрын
Doing my 1st self tape, you have been extremely helpful....can't wait to see you on set someday!
@davidnoffsinger52144 жыл бұрын
Nice video. If you happen to see this question I'd love your opinion. I have been doing this a little over 3 years and have lived by "it's better to not turn in an audition tape then to turn in a bad one". I realize "bad" definition can have many variables, so I'm speaking of one that has nice parts, but there is a line or two of delivery that you'd love to change, but for whatever reason, you cannot. ( Lets say after your last take that lightening struck and your recording device suddenly stops working, but you are still able to send it out which needs to be within the hour ). Thanks for any feedback. ( Also, I know this entire scenario has tons of variables, so the core part of it is "generally" should it be sent out.)
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
It sounds like you might be overthinking and second guessing yourself a bit too much. I agree that "bad" is not universal and it really depends how "bad" it is to not submit the audition. You certainly don't want to be known as an actor who doesn't submit an audition when the casting director requests you.
@user-ud3xp6sh5e11 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tips!
@OCTO2FL4ME7 ай бұрын
This guy is a legend he is funny and he also teaches me to be great for my dreams
@millyplaysroblox96043 жыл бұрын
This info is rlly helpful especially for my auditions! Thanks Kurt!
@JuveraStudio4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, this video helps a lot, I'm going to have a second call and it's in video, seriously, thank you
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Best of luck!
@AieshSingh3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tips. I think you could add looking "presentable" for audition videos. Such as cleaning yourself up (hair, dress up, etc).
@vincemiralles78983 жыл бұрын
Amazing. It is the best to help me in my audition. Thank you and God bless. I've get a lot of ideas.
@ActingCareerCenter3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@danieldominte4474 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Kurt for those important information. You've brought me lots of confidence about everything that stands with acting.
@mistahfu4 жыл бұрын
Meisner always looking over your shoulder
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Meisner and Doc Holiday. A good entourage.
@evelinabredikyte71633 жыл бұрын
how you will act in frame over the shoulder?
@ayushsingh7893 жыл бұрын
Sir your every tips I remember for auditions thank you for give best tips
@gripssgink47512 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😃 this was one of the best how to prepare for a self tape audition videos I've watched. Very helpful 👌 👌
@user-bp5wm2cz5z7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this information. It is very helpful while auditioning for roles.
@SavyCS3 жыл бұрын
Acting has been a passion of mine since I was a small child. I am now 13 years old and I am trying to make that passion a reality
@kristenhenryking3 жыл бұрын
I was literally just about to do a video on this, but quite honestly you summed it up great! Well done!
@ActingCareerCenter3 жыл бұрын
You should make one! PS - I'll eventually get around to replying to your message when I get my head on straight.
@kristenhenryking3 жыл бұрын
@@ActingCareerCenter you're awesome. No worries, we will get her done
@Gheissamon Жыл бұрын
I will pursue my acting career.
@cm56609 ай бұрын
this is so helpful! thank you
@copper425 Жыл бұрын
I enjoy all your videos. They are very informative and I've used them. Thanks.
@marcoantonioclifton3214 Жыл бұрын
Love the doc holiday pic of tombstone
@jrlingerfelt3 ай бұрын
Nice Tombstone ref in the back!
@antoniocicalese99449 ай бұрын
Hmm interesting I always have issues with my file sizes being too big but I never knew it was because of the 4k feature. Thanks for that I’ll being doing that from now on.
@jordanhamim64312 жыл бұрын
Thank you Kurt yue for the 10 Commandments 😁for self taping rules.
@KathyYvette Жыл бұрын
Great commandments thank you. I screwed 2 up already. Better luck next time!
@gwen3779 Жыл бұрын
Great tips and info in all your videos. Very clear, concise, and practical. Thanks so much for sharing… so helpful!
@ianchaplin152911 ай бұрын
Great simple advice. Wish I'd watched this years ago.
@Jessicalookwilson Жыл бұрын
One question I always have is where should I be looking in a self tape?
@ericleeb67062 жыл бұрын
Handbrake is a great tip! Can’t wait to try it.
@gregorysilva86974 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your help! Take care!
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@nmesomajoseph14773 жыл бұрын
Helpful
@elizabethbeasley77543 жыл бұрын
Very helpful
@andrewklimko12268 ай бұрын
This video convinced me to subscribe. The content is fantastic
@VanityAUAU9 ай бұрын
Thank you. Very useful
@bernadettenuma77823 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your great information, God Bless!
@igulotjudith5813 жыл бұрын
I love ur lessons Mr Yue thank u so much
@LilFoxyCosplay2 жыл бұрын
Got an audition for two characters (same project I wanna try for two parts) and this has been great advice! I've already made a great impression just need to do the tape Edit: I got one of the parts! It was so fun to film I can't wait to see the results
@realsydney_za3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. This really mattered
@emilymarilynn6 ай бұрын
You’re hilarious😂 Very helpful info!
@mr.bigglesworthyoumagnific4281 Жыл бұрын
Actually 720p is ok, still very clear.. But one of the Most Important aspects of self tape, GOOD AUDIO!! get a mic that works with your camera and use it..Audio quality is a key point
@karens27673 жыл бұрын
Filming an audition tomorrow. Great advice. Thank you! What do I do when there is a lot of movement during my lines, and when other talk to me my character is moving. Any help helps!
@ActingCareerCenter2 жыл бұрын
There are different approaches to this. I tend to try to do as much of the action as possible for the frame of the camera to give the scene some life
@meconafoston3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate your videos! Thank you :)
@luisvelez80963 жыл бұрын
Great video as always!
@gwendolynnowlan24272 жыл бұрын
''the back up camera on your Toyota Prius.'' hahah
@tankkelly35714 жыл бұрын
Great info! What is the best lens for the canon 80D when doing a selftape?
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
I prefer to use a zoom lens with my 80D, that way I can do the close up for the audition and zoom out for a full body slate without changing lenses. The kit lense 18-55mm lens actually works great
@veronicasmith45044 жыл бұрын
Can you make a video on how to approach casting directors on social media
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure what you mean by "approach" casting directors. Sure, go ahead and follow them on social, but I would advise against sending DMs. I am not a casting director or an agent and I get bombarded with emails and DMs from actors who want help with their careers. I can't imagine how many messages a casting director gets per day. Trust me, they all get ignored because they simply don't have time to respond. Plus, that is not their job. Build relationships with casting directors through your agent. If you don't have an agent, then look for when a casting director is having a class or a workshop and attend one of those.
@rhandytorres89232 жыл бұрын
Very helpful, as always! Thank you!👍🏽
@SallaLintonenOfficial3 жыл бұрын
Great video, very clear!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I always shoot 4k though, I should relax about the quality of the image I guess... 😅 Otherwise I totally agree on everything, all this advice applies to European castings too! 👍🏼
@ctingley12 жыл бұрын
I love love your channel it’s so helpful
@TheDannyVegaShow3 жыл бұрын
Kurt this is awesome! Your videos help me out a lot, thank you so much for posting. I do have a question though. Some casting directors here in Florida say to self tape waist up and others don't give you direction. Do you have a video on how close your shots have to be for a self tape audition?
@thelthrythquezada83972 жыл бұрын
last fall/winter my cousin gave me her iPhone/ apple watch so I can film. The watch because that back cam is stronger than the from camera, with the watch I can look at the frame from my wrist.
@ECS1978 Жыл бұрын
Great job! I learned well!
@nelbo53704 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info on, resolution and file size been wondering about that.
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Happy to help! Thanks for watching!
@j.p.nicholas4654 жыл бұрын
Great advice thank you.
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@TheAllthegoodstuff2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Yuey. Much love.
@BaziBabe3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@OCTO2FL4ME7 ай бұрын
The part 4:12 ain’t got me dying on the floor but in the earths core
@seazepeda Жыл бұрын
I just got an audition self tape for a Disney movie
@TennantMary Жыл бұрын
Like your Venom figure on the shelf
@Lightworks73 жыл бұрын
Thank You Kurt..
@Recap.b5 ай бұрын
Thank you ❤
@holly45543 жыл бұрын
Hi, I have a question. If you are playing a shy, quiet person who is over powered by people, do you have to still be louder if the character is never louder than anyone they’re talking to? (Example)
@bigdaddye31373 жыл бұрын
This is great stuff thanks
@a.g.68354 жыл бұрын
I love your videos, they're always so informative! I have a question that hopefully you'll answer. Do we have to purchase a monologue before using it for a self tape monologue (if sending it to an agent)? I constantly see monologues online that say "to read the full one-act eplay, purchase it below."
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
I don't think so. I've never purchased a monologue before. You can definitely find good monologues for free.
@swg64434 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Xx
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
@musclecars46352 жыл бұрын
Kurt, I like the gray backdrop but it looks as if auditions are moving towards the blue backdrop instead (you mention blue as an option). At least this is what I'm seeing. I did find on Amazon a backdrop (I already own the frame/stand) that is reversible blue and green{screen}. In your experience, do casting directors prefer one over the other? Also, I think a blue background will be less distracting for my thinning hair 😃!
@jamesraa14033 жыл бұрын
I am from India. It is very helpful brother.
@mimisolo7778 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful, thank you!!
@AuditionsPortal4 жыл бұрын
This was very insightful.... Can we share this on our page?
@ActingCareerCenter4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Please feel free to share wherever you like.
@nomansikder19412 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@Sharondia Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Robert-rl7rd Жыл бұрын
"Nobody needs to zoom in on your face and see every single pore in your audition video" 😂
@atorferrugem87473 жыл бұрын
Great job Kurt!
@jesusloves91513 жыл бұрын
What about walking in and out while turning on or off your camera in a truely self tape?
@ActingCareerCenter3 жыл бұрын
You'll have to edit those parts out
@brianwestmoreland38363 жыл бұрын
Bluetooth remotes are a great thing
@mamyito_83 жыл бұрын
You are fantastic!! Thank you thumbs all the way UP UP UP
@dominicgenevieve1981 Жыл бұрын
Now I know why my monologues can't get me movie roles. Thanks for the tips.
@dillonnichols98599 ай бұрын
Thank you; I appreciate your guide. I want to notify you of an issue - I purchased the Takstar mic and the Ulanzi phone mount recommended on your list. Unfortunately, they are not compatible. The mic attachment part is too wide to slide in to the attachment on the mount.
@justinshorts5705 Жыл бұрын
Amazing video! Helped me so much. My son has an audition in New York for a series tomorrow. But he has allergies red eyes. What do i do?