Casting Directors On Self Taped Auditions
Casting Directors breakdown their specific likes and dislike when it comes to actor self tapes. Leap ahead of the pack with these invaluable insights.
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If I Can't Find A Reader, Can I Pre-Record The Other Characters Lines Myself?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisCan I tape my own voice reading the other role's lines for a self tape?
When I can't find a reader can I record on my own?
Can I tape a self tape without a reader?
If I can't get another actor to re... -
Has A Bad Self-Tape Reader Ever Cost An Actor A Job?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisDo bad self tape readers ruin self tapes?
What is the impact of a bad reader in a self tape?
Should I retape if my reader is bad?
Are bad readers on a self tape a deal breaker?
Can a bad self tape r... -
Do You Like A Second Option For Each Scene When Actors Sends A Self Tape?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisShould I send a second option on a self tape?
Does casting watch second takes on self tapes?
Should my self tapes have a take 2?
Should I include a take 2?
Do you suggest I post a second take on an ... -
How Long Do You Watch A Tape Before You Know They're Not Right For The Role?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisHow long do you watch a self tape before you know they're not right for the role?
How much do you watch of a self Tape?
How much of a self tape do you watch?
Do you watch a whole self tape?
Do you ... -
What Are Some Do(s) & Dont'(s) For Self Tapes?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisWhat are the do's and don't's of self tapes?
Can you tell me the dos and don't of self tapes?
Are there some dos and don'ts of self tapes?
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Do You Watch Slate Shots & Can They Affect Bookings?
with Meg Morman, CSA
CSA Artios Award Winning Casting Director
Waitress | Hello, My Name Is DavisDo slate shots matter?
Can a good slate shot convince a casting director to take a chance?
If I am charming enough on my slate shot, can I get to call back?
Should I bring tons of personality to my ... -
What Are Some Do(s) & Dont(s) For Self Tapes?
Lou Mitchell
What are the do's and don't's of self tapes?
Can you tell me the dos and don't of self tapes?
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What Are Some Do(s) & Dont(s) For Self Tapes?
Anya Colloff
Emmy Winning Casting Director | New Girl, Monk, WeedsWhat are the do's and don't's of self tapes?
Can you tell me the dos and don't of self tapes?
Are there some dos and don'ts of self tapes?
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How Long Do You Watch A Self Tape Before You Know They're Not Right?
Anya Colloff
Emmy Winning Casting Director | New Girl, Monk, WeedsHow long do you watch a self tape before you know they're not right for the role?
How much do you watch of a self Tape?
How much of a self tape do you watch?
Do you watch a whole self tape?
Do you turn a self tape off when they ... -
What Can An Actor Do In The First Few Beats Of A Scene To Keep You Engaged?
Anya Colloff
Emmy Winning Casting Director | New Girl, Monk, WeedsHow do I stop the casting director from turning my tape off?
What can I do keep a CD engaged?
What can I do in my self tapes to maintain the viewer's attention?
What do actors do on self tapes in the beginning of the scene to boo... -
What Backdrop Colors Do You Prefer In A Self Tape?
Anya Colloff
Emmy Winning Casting Director | New Girl, Monk, WeedsWhat backdrop colors are best for self tapes?
For self tapes, what backdrop color should I choose?
Is blue best for self tapes?
Is a grey background best for self tapes auditions?
What color is best for backdrops?
For my self tap... -
Do You Ever Watch Unsolicited Self Tapes Sent By Representation?
Anya Colloff
Emmy Winning Casting Director | New Girl, Monk, WeedsWould you watch a tape you didn't ask sent by agents?
Would you want a tape that you didn't ask for if it was sent by an agent you trusted?
Do you watch tapes sent by management if you didn't request them?
If an actor's represen... -
Do You Like A Second Option For Each Scene When Actors Send Self Tapes?
Anya Colloff
Emmy Winning Casting Director | New Girl, Monk, WeedsShould I send a second option on a self tape?
Does casting watch second takes on self tapes?
Should my self tapes have a take 2?
Should I include a take 2?
Do you suggest I post a second take on an audition?
Should I send multipl... -
What Are Some Do(s) & Dont(s) For Self Tapes?
Josh Einsohn, C.S.A
Casting Director | Love Victor, This Is Us, CommunityHow can I stand out in my self tape?
How do I make my self tape stand out?
Is my self tape going to pop?
What should I do before I send my self tape?
What are some tips for my self tape?
What do you love or hate in a self... -
How Long Do You Watch Self Tapes Before You Know An Actor Is Not Right?
Josh Einsohn, C.S.A
Casting Director | Love Victor, This Is Us, CommunityHow long do you watch a self tape before you know they're not right for the role?
How much do you watch of a self Tape?
How much of a self tape do you watch?
Do you watch a whole self tape?
Do you turn a self tape off wh... -
Has A Bad Self-Tape Reader Ever Cost An Actor A Job?
Josh Einsohn, CSA
Casting Director | Love Victor, This Is Us, CommunityDo bad self tape readers ruin self tapes?
What is the impact of a bad reader in a self tape?
Should I retape if my reader is bad?
Are bad readers on a self tape a deal breaker?
Can a bad self tape reader stop me from bookin... -
What Is Your Preferred Delivery Method For Self Tapes?
Josh Einsohn, CSA
Casting Director | Love Victor, This Is Us, CommunityWhat method should I submit my tape via?
Should I post my self tapes to You Tube to give to casting?
Should I post my self tapes to Vimeo to give to casting?
Should my self tapes be downloadable?
Do I make my self tapes dow... -
Do You Like A Second Option For Each Scene When Actors Send Self Tapes?
Josh Einsohn, CSA
Casting Director | Love Victor, This Is Us, CommunityShould I send a second option on a self tape?
Does casting watch second takes on self tapes?
Should my self tapes have a take 2?
Should I include a take 2?
Do you suggest I post a second take on an audition?
Should I send m... -
Do You Ever Watch Unsolicited Self Tapes Sent By Actors Or Representation?
Josh Einsohn, CSA
Casting Director | Love Victor, This Is Us, CommunityWould you watch a tape you didn't ask sent by agents?
Would you want a tape that you didn't ask for if it was sent by an agent you trusted?
Do you watch tapes sent by management if you didn't request them?
If an actor's re... -
What Backdrop Colors Do You Prefer In A Self Tape?
Josh Einsohn, CSA
Casting Director | Love Victor, This Is Us, CommunityWhat backdrop colors are best for self tapes?
For self tapes, what backdrop color should I choose?
Is blue best for self tapes?
Is a grey background best for self tapes auditions?
What color is best for backdrops?
For my se... -
If I Can't Find A Good Reader, Can I Pre-Record The Character's Lines Myself?
Josh Einsohn, CSA
Casting Director | Love Victor, This Is Us, CommunityCan I tape my own voice reading the other role's lines for a self tape?
When I can't find a reader can I record on my own?
Can I tape a self tape without a reader?
If I can't get another actor to read opposite, can I tape m... -
How Long Do You Watch A Self Tape Before You Know They're Not Right?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & Down -
How Important Is The Quality Of My Self-Tape Reader?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & Down -
What Are Some Do(s) & Dont(s) For Self Tapes?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownWhat are the do's and don't's of self tapes?
Can you tell me the dos and don't of self tapes?
Are there some dos and don'ts of self tapes?
What are a few dos and don'ts of self tapes?
