4 Audition tapes from roles I BOOKED! | Reviewing Self Tapes & Script Analysis

[@alvarosalinasjr]

Please don't stop sharing your industry knowledge... you're a great actor and youtuber :)

[@WillyDubz]

That’s the plan! Thank you for your support!

[@Dupri227]

Team Will!

[@jeanpierreormacheaibarra5532]

YES PLEASE! Cheers from Perú 🇵🇪

[@jasondiers4322]

I booked a small role in an independent film and they provided the sides for most of the roles on their website (it was an open call). I read all of the sides, even for the characters I wasn't reading for, just to get clues on the story and my character's relationships. I think it contributed a lot to my self tape. Thanks Will!!

[@WillyDubz]

YEAH dude! Love to hear that. It is so crucial!

[@joskitchennotebook]

What a great idea for a video! It's lovely to find an actor open to sharing their experiences - most of the actors I know are very guarded and secretive, which is such a shame in an industry that can make you feel so alone! Thank you for being so genuine x

[@sanjayselwad8301]

Hey

[@Xelanderthomas]

Dude, this is a great service. Actually seeing your auditions helps a lot. It has really shown me that actually the tapes I have sent out are okay, the fact that I haven't booked yet are just as you imply, a "numbers game". I can take comfort in the fact that I have gotten called in multiple times for the same shows. If my auditions sucked that wouldn't happen.

[@WillyDubz]

Exactly! Happy it helps.

[@AndrewNowacki]

I’m new to acting and have taken a couple 4 to 6 week acting intensives with different acting studios. They all teach us how to develop characters with backstories, strong needs, etc. which is why I was so surprised to learn that costar roles are more about moving the plot along and not having a super developed character, and not overshadowing the main character. Knowing this, it makes the idea of quickly doing a self tape for a costar role a more reasonable sounding goal. You have great videos. Thank you.

[@jovelroystan]

Will! I saw your scene in Generation back in April and screamed, I was so happy for you. It’s crazy how much you can root for other actors who you don’t even really know. It made me really excited. Keep making moves. 🙏🏽

[@charlita25]

This page is GOLD. THANK GOD I FOUND IT 💯👍🏾

[@Zaaaaaaaaaaaaa1]

So happy to see you bookings gigs! Keep breakin' legs dude!

[@oscarC3905]

Hey Will. I appreciate 🙏 people like you. Working actors with experience who share those experiences with us! Thank you 😊! Your knowledge, experience and wisdom truly helps! I am brand spanking new to acting! I'm very late as I'm pushing 43! But I figure we only live once, and there are no sequels! LOL. So I decided to pursue acting by taking acting classes all year long throughout 2022. Prior to 2022, I never acted a day in my life! Last month in Jan 2023, I got signed to a talent agency here in Chicago where I'm from. Since then, I've auditioned for The Chi on Showtime, a commercial, and this past weekend, Chicago PD. Costar roles. Very very similar to your 4 auditions here! I'm hoping I get the Chicago PD role since I didn't get my first two auditions. Thank you again. Please 🙏 make more videos like this to help us beginners! Much love brother! ❤️

[@korymann6723]

Congratulations on the bookings! And thanks for the super informative video, It’s super cool to see what a winning self tape looks like.

[@FrankaKirby]

Man, I'm only watching this today. Thankful for creators like you :)

[@Pinksuga07]

Please never stop doing these. They're so, so helpful, thank youuu!

[@WillyDubz]

I’ll do it when the next few jobs come out!

[@DaphinieJade]

I have been learning so much from your videos. I do modeling and acting myself, but only have local experience besides being trained by the industry network. But thank you so much for all the help you give and inspiration. I’m waiting on my jeep to get out of the shop and my boyfriend and I are moving to Cali from texas. And I’ve sold all my furniture, we sold his truck, doing everything we possibly can to make sure we have the money to live down there for a little while until I start my job on Venice. I’m very serious about acting. And I hope jumping and risking everything is most definitely worth moving there. Cause I plan to continue to try and will go to as many auditions as possible. I’m very greatful for the tips you share. Thank you for all the advice! It means so much to us new actors

[@clarachon2000]

i was watching the rookies and recognized you LMAOOO such a funny moment

[@WillyDubz]

❤️🙏🏼

[@sagejennings4342]

Oh shit, I thought I recognized that tape! I love the Rookie!

[@TheTonyAndreas]

Thanks for this! Incredible knowledge. I just moved to Weho and crazy that I ran across your video here today! Much appreciated!

[@Dupri227]

I like Will!!! I’m going to start watching his channel. He’s gets to the point unlike others who wants to talk 15 mins before any tips. (Over it) 🙄

[@RoySFord]

I agree with you... I have been following Will for a few months now, and he does a wonderful job on his tips videos for actors.

[@acadiaevanssoccer]

Your videos have been so helpful, I just booked my first gig it is as an extra but I am very excited

[@Carolannmatus]

My goodness I’m so glad I found this channel. This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen for actors. You broke it down so simply & were so informative and knowledgeable. Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@iamelijahkhan]

This is amazing! I'm an actor in London, very interesting to listen to how things work in LA. Here in the UK we have to be off book for self-tapes, defo no script in hand. Interesting thing I've learnt from this though is to submit EARLY! Never really considered that but it makes sense. Always thought better to work on the scene but tbh most of the time you just end up procrastinating lol. Either way, like you said, it' 90% about your look, sound etc than the actual talent, so working an extra day on the scene probably doesn't help that much. Great video! I'm launching my own channel focusing on British Actors very soon, so your stuff has been really inspiring to watch. Keep it coming! 🤙

[@colstonlchinese]

This video was madd useful. Congratulations on all of your bookings! Thank you for sharing.

[@natural91LC]

Your videos provide valuable tips and are always of great quality, thank you! :)

[@WillyDubz]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@WarSwan]

Shane Black having two entries plus alot more mentions shows his power

[@kingbabynate1231]

Very knowledgeable vid bro! 👏🏽👏🏽 Acting Life is quite the experience 😂😂. Thankfully we all love the craft enough aha 🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@annagarouchevagonzalez6975]

Love love love these kinds of videos! Seeing a breakdown and a tape choice is very helpful! Congratulations on all the bookings :)

[@maloganson6481]

How do you stay positive when auditions aren’t exactly going your way? I love your vids man, you inspire me hardcore.

[@WillyDubz]

Hahaha that’s the secret isn’t it!? For me, I find a daily routine helps. Walking Toby 🐕 and doing other things that are grounding, like listening to a book or working out, help me have daily “wins” even if I haven’t had a lot of recent bookings. Take care of you and yours for the long haul, because it’s a marathon and you don’t want to burn out!

[@maloganson6481]

@@WillyDubz thank you so much! Follow up if that’s ok… when starting out, how did you support yourself financially? I’m just about to go into college so I got some time to figure it out but I have no clue how to start with that side of acting.

[@WillyDubz]

@@maloganson6481 I have some inheritance money that helps me stay afloat, but I'm friends with plenty of working actors who make it work with a part-time job coaching or waitressing etc. They make it work, and they work their butts off.

[@maloganson6481]

@@WillyDubz thank you so much! I Deeply appreciate this!

[@jamesrich1665]

Thanks for posting/sharing this. It’s very informative. And your acting skills are dope! Peace

[@WillyDubz]

Thank you! 🥰

[@RoySFord]

I have been following you for over a month now, and you continue to produce such amazing tips and tutorials for actors! Keep it going!

[@WillyDubz]

Thanks man. That’s the plan!

[@leggomyweavo]

Haha I sent in a tape for that bartender role. I thought it sounded familiar when you started reading it 😂 you did a great job ✨🙏🏾

[@kellylegault8188]

This was extremely helpful, and I picked up on most takeaways before you revealed them. Lets me know that my knowledge has increased from doing tapes as well!

[@WillyDubz]

Love to hear it!!!

[@SocoJ]

This was really helpful for my Co-Star audition today!! Thank you! Ayyeee!! Best in all you do!

[@christinenelson649]

This video is immensely helpful. Thank you so much for your insight!

[@alohatraveler]

This is fantastic ty so much for breaking this down from your interpretation of the script to your audition videos. You just don't see this feedback much so it's appreciated and helps a lot. Aloha from kaua'i

[@joannejchew]

This was SUPER helpful!! Thanks so much. Shameless was actually my first co-star booking and I totally remember your episode! Mine was S11 Ep 10 =)

[@kunalgautam9297]

This gives a very deep information about scripts and how to handle them

[@jamesvbarnesjr6408]

Thanks Will Westwater! I'm praying and wishing for the best for you!

[@squattycoati931]

Great video! Super helpful so see another working actor’s auditions and process. Thanks for making these!

[@shawnbrow2844]

Brilliant and so informative!!!! Thank you Will!

[@callmejade5170]

Not only is it so cool to have this knowledge but to see it in use will roles you obtained from doing the tips you're giving to us. Thank you 😊

[@Paul2]

Amazing!! Really pulls back the curtains on this industry, so valuable for learning. thanks man!

[@kaitlyndiehl9066]

This was sooo helpful! Thanks for putting the time into making this video. It deserves so many more views!

[@darkisabella]

Thank you for this video. Really informative. The best take away for me was to make a strong choice. It's better to make a "wrong" choice than be wishy washy. Thanks for the tip!

[@shezadkhalique83]

One of the best advice videos for actors my man! Thank you and keep rocking!

[@charlita25]

Smart actor, he makes smart choices… very safe not too bold.

[@realjimmyd]

the slate was awesome haha yeah bro so true I have sent in tapes that looked like i was filmed in a closet because they were last minute while I was on location in a hotel and its shite audio as well and have booked the role. I am a hue believer in the tape does not need to perfect because if they like you they like you and if they don't they don't haha

[@nottangel]

Thank you for this! Was very informative and helpful. Thinking about doing this as a career and definitely gave me some insight.

[@andrerodrigues9068]

Love this. Thank you. At least we can see what your auditions were like.

[@BenVanceMusic]

Will, thanks for being so practical and action oriented!

[@mirrormirrorproductions1978]

One of the best real-time for actors ❤

[@pepperminttree]

super informative!

[@CaramelMsDelight]

Thank you SO much for your videos!! You are helping in more ways than you know. 🙏🏽

[@shereenkhan2263]

So excellent, thank you for sharing your experience! So generous and helpful! 🙏🏼

[@Babyfaceref]

This was one really great video Will. Nice job!

[@marciamyers7425]

Loved this. Thank you for this very detailed video…mad cool.

[@BridgetteBentley]

Thank you so much for posting this, very informative!

[@yournewtexashome]

RIH Captain! Very informative video man! Thanks!

[@josh2420]

Man this was so great! Wish you had more videos.

[@askthedoughdr]

Thanks, Will - very helpful and much apprecicated.

[@gjeewadeii]

You're a Monsta Will!!

[@kondelis5979]

Thank you for the super quality video!

[@Stan3525]

Thank you bro, I appreciate the tips.🤜🏾🤛🏻

[@JesseMurphyactor]

This is so helpful! Thanks for sharing

[@GlamBeautyTV]

Just subscribed to you. Thanks for all of this great info !!!!

[@mosesmcguinnessmusic]

Thank you for sharing this! Such great insights. 👍

[@ryan_darks]

These are great videos man as far as how you show the audition you did that you got you the part as well.

[@ryan_darks]

Especially the takeaways. Keep these up man.

[@krystalcarter3780]

These are so awesome to watch. Are you allowed to also put in the actual scene? That would be cool to see too. BTW, incredible choices in your auditions!

[@kingjaries]

These are great! Thanks for sharing them!

[@aestheticstudiosshermanoaks]

That was really helpful. You ever need to prepare some dance moves for an audition - we are on the other side of the hill. With love

[@thesimonhaines]

Really interesting, Will 👍 Great idea

[@ModoNayr]

I was delivering flowers around Christmas time, my last delivery was after 8PM and when the person opened she was holding a hand gun ready to shoot me.

[@WillyDubz]

😳

[@alliwanttodoistravel]

Hi Will! I hope you keep making videos just discovered your channel and I love it very helpful ! Thanks 😊

[@WillyDubz]

More to come!

[@alexandermainborg6890]

This was amazing! Thank you so much for sharing. It's clear that you are extremely talented. I hope all your dreams come true

[@wonreiii]

Even though I’m young I really want to get into learning acting and this video it amazing!

[@Kamsees]

LOVED. So helpful.

[@andreajones-sojola3106]

This was great. Thank you for sharing your experience. Also…you look so much like Matthew McConaughey! I bet you get that often.

[@WillyDubz]

Thanks! Hahaha 🤣 yes I do. #alrightalrightalright

[@yvetterodriguez9411]

Thank you. Great example and thanks for keeping it SIMPLE. :)

[@richardveronica1572]

Great video, thanks Will!

[@deauncampbell8755]

Amazing video! I am learning so much from you and I appreciate it all!! Thank u :)

[@Mostirrelevant]

Some scripts where protagonist do have a purpose and a clear goal, and where he's facing real dilemmas and obstacles.

[@sabrinaculverimdbme]

This is incredibly helpful....bravo

[@elitpena]

Awesome video!! Learned a lot.

[@29af]

Fantastic, helpful video! Thanks Will!!

[@RDaniels28]

Great video. Thanks.

[@GriffinDuyThespian]

All great points. Definitely takes time to not take it personally though 😂 not getting cast 100% helps you grow with humility

[@FilmQi]

Nice video Will!! thank you for sharing!

[@petrajorova3407]

I really wanna see you as the main or supporting character in a movie someday :)

[@JoshuaLyster]

this was really helpful man, cheers

[@acouk8960]

Needed this 💯

[@berthajones3339]

This is AMAZING advice. Thanks sm!! :)

[@JacquelineORene]

Love this thank you!!

[@authenticas........]

Will is an inspiration 🙏

[@WillyDubz]

Thanks man ❤️

[@sryleetv]

Great job!🎉

[@jasminerivas]

Can you please do a video of what to wear to an audition? Like with guy and girl perspectives

[@WarSwan]

The Nice Guys and Kiss Kiss Bang Bang would like a word!!!!!?

[@northerngaltrue]

Thank you! This is sooooo helpful!!!

[@111chivas111]

Thanks so much for this! May i ask what it is you were doing in Adobe in the final couple of seconds of the video?

[@WillyDubz]

I was adding an adjustment layer for color correction. See my How to Make Your Self-Tapes More Professional video for that!

[@mousamottaghimoridani2597]

Go get those GIGs buddy 🍻

[@SAN_DRA813]

Thank you so much for the information 😊

[@3thatonegirl]

Hey Will, I just discovered your channel and wanted to thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences within this field, it has been really inspiring for me. This might be too personal, but it would be cool to know more logistics on whether you’re able to live comfortably based on the amount of jobs you are booking currently compared to when you were first starting out. Or something along those lines! For those who are living solo and just getting started.

[@underh76bvc]

Amazing insight! Thanks!