How to Self Tape from Start to Finish | Self Tape Audition Example Step by Step

This is a real self tape audition example Here's how I self tape my auditions step by step from start to finish. I'm doing this without a live reader.
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I have a question, I'm ten years old and its my dream to become an actress but I live in Scotland, so if I signed up for a Scottish talent agency, then would I still get audition requests from American casting directors

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We always wanted to see a self tape of an actor/ actress who is booking consistently. Thank you so much for sharing this.

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you are actually a fucking legend, I really hope running this channel is gratifying for you because you are doing a great job and really making a difference. keep it up!

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Hey there Kurt! I’ve been following your channel for a few months and it’s one of the best gems I’ve discovered as I begin my acting journey. I sincerely appreciate the thoroughness of this video but of all your videos in general. Thank you for providing your audience with valuable insights. I hope to see you on set one day 😉 🎬

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You can also hire him as your acting coach, i will soon ♥️ also starting! Wish you the best

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Kurt, I am so thankful for finding you’re videos. I watch all of them, and I can’t thank you enough

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I love your videos! They are clean, crisp, precise and to the point. Thank you so much for sharing this information!

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Yes, Finally another video I have been waiting for a week for another video.

[@Sal-ec4yf]

This is THE BEST a video I’ve ever watched on preparing for a self taped audition. I cannot thank you enough

[@regulargorgeous]

Fabulous! From start to finish an excellent example of prep - especially the tape on the wall! Dig the DIY to hi end equipment options! Thank you

[@NicoleTrizia]

You are a blessing to us rookies. I hope you book all your dream roles! Keep shining!

[@gwen3779]

Wow, excellent video! It was really helpful to watch your whole process on video instead of just hearing about it. Thanks for taking all the time to share this info!

[@nolo_doe]

You couldn't have made it look a lot more easier than this, thank you Sir... Hope to see you on set one of the good days.

[@pavloko]

This is super helpful. You’re so organized and really strive for quality in everything you do. Thanks a lot!

[@SimplyNaturalCai]

Really liked the fade in and fade out will be using that for future self tapes. Thanks, Kurt. 😊

[@christianbitar8446]

I truly loved this. It's such a great way of getting inspired and actually seeing the things that are usually talked about when it comes to selftaping. Thank you Kurt :) Hope you book it!

[@kevcoverssolos]

Kurt, I'm really glad to see your videos. I read your IMDB bio and I'm at the exact same age where you made your turning point into acting. We even did similar degrees in university! It gives me a lot of hope to start my career in acting. Great video and hopefully I can land more auditions :)

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Loved your video and learned a lot about the audition cheat sheet which is rarely available on the internet and hope to see you on set one day.

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Yo Kurt you are so inspiring it is so insane you have actually influenced and showed me how great this industry is would love to meet you in person one day when i become famous like you. Love from India

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best free material an actor could ask for, beautiful work.

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Great video! I can tell you put a lot of work into this one 👍

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Kurt you and your channel are honestly amazing!!!

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It’s cool to know that you’re using a video editing program that I’m using very similarly to! I’m starting my acting class recruitment process within 2 weeks and I can’t wait!

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Hey I just wanted to say I am starting to act and I reallywant to make it a career and become big with it you have helped me a lot!! You have made how to start so much easier. Thank you! :)

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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!

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Im planning on going to acting classes right now so not even doing auditions yet but your videos really are helpful and you explain everything very nicely. Thank you!

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Still gaining a great deal of knowledge from you! I love the way you very neutraly say, "in my opinion," because we all know that no opinion is absolute. However, I must say that your opinions are pretty spot on!

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SMOOTH TRANSITIONS! Definitely appreciate all the advice and effort you put into making these videos! P.S. Can’t wait for your workshop this weekend!

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see you on Zoom!

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You are a Fantastic Teacher!!! and an incredible actor! Thank you for this video. Our 13 year old is starting to film self tapes and your video has helped him immensely. Thank You so much! E in Georgia

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THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE INSIGHTS AND VERY DETAILED VIDEOS.

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Great video thanks. I appreciate your professional and systematic approach to your work. Cheers!

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You must be known as a very generous scene partner. Thank you so much for your tips and your generosity to your fellow actors by sharing your experience. You are very much appreciated!

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[@rinamorgan8795]

Thank you for going to the trouble of showing us this process. I felt pretty intimidated by the idea of creating a professional self tape in the future, but that software looks user friendly.

[@TamaraLeeIsme]

Great video! So incredibly helpful. Thank you so much. 🎥

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I was researching something about camera focus for my Nikon D5600...and this was one of the videos that popped up. Don't know why but I'm glad it did. I subscribed to your channel after finding it and have enjoyed your content. I also bought a Canon 80D after watching this along with the camera comparison video. My Nikon cameras are really ticked about it. I had been doing my audition tapes with the Canon Vixia HF R800. I did my first audition yesterday with the 80D and was very pleased. Thank you for the help you given me.

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You’re pretty awesome for all this info. (All your videos) thank you for that.

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This channel is very helpful wow! Thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏾

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Thank God I found it. This is pretty helpful.

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Wow!! Great tutorial!! Looking back I can see where I made sooooo many in my first audition tape!! However, the real mistake would to have not sent it at all!! I’m so happy for all your success thus far!! See you on set someday!

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I've watched several of your videos today, Kurt - THANK YOU. You're so thorough with each one, and it's incredibly appreciated. I subscribed to your YT, your email list, and liked a bunch of videos. :) I appreciate you.

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So helpful, thank you!

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Love your content! Love your lighting setup. I'm definitely having issues with lighting atm and I think I got the wrong equipment.

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Thank you. Your videos are so helpful. 👏🏼

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THANK YOU KURT FOR THE AMAZING TIPS & INFO!!!!

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When we meet on a project, you’re getting the biggest hug for this video 🤙🏾😃

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That was great! Thank you sir

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I’m gonna be huge because of you. Thanks man!

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This was really helpful! Thank you 🌸

[@AhmedTVED4]

It looks easier than I thought , thanks for the great video sir

[@larrybaskin668]

Amazingly helpful and thank you!

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This was so helpful. See you on set in the future!

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Hey Kurt! Missing going to ARC for classes & stuff. Great taping video. THANKS 😊 🙏

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Awesome behind scenes look at the process!

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Thank you! This was amazing! 👏👏👍

[@veganofanarchy3180]

This is super helpful!! Thank you!

[@ZoeFaithOfficial]

I actually have a specific role that I am self taping for, and this was super helpful! Thank you!

[@seazepeda]

Thanks for the advice on back stage I got an audition!.

[@DarrenBigDazRobertson1873]

I got a request for a self tape just the other day and I was not prepared. I am an amateur performer and I work as a SA, and I'm relatively new to this game. The audition was for a TV commercial. I was flattered that I got asked to self tape for it, but angry with myself for not being better prepared for it. I have since bought some equipment and have started to do some research. I just wanted to say thank you for these videos, they are really helpful. Thank you.

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I feel like you’re my private acting consultant. Thanks for all your content and advice!

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Very helpful thank you for posting this.

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I really like the way you explains things, very understandable! Greetings Kurt

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Love you and your channel!

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Very helpful. Thanks.

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Great job! Love this, Kurt!!! I can see why you book!

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Bravo! Inspiring. Thank you.

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I love all your video and tips

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Wow! Thank you for this!

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Am really learning a lot sir actually I’ve been asking myself how to do this 😎

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Absolute gold!!!

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THANK YOU so much!!

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Thank you for this!!

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This is so helpful! I’m about to do my first self tape ever. Now I know how, thanks Kurt!

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how did it go??

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Sir you really teach in details that's really good

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Great video! Thank you.

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This is gold

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Very helpful and undoubtably professional! Will do accordingly. Thanks.

[@Immarkyo58]

I've been using the self tape reader app coldRead and what I have found is if I plug in my microphone to the phone I can't hear the reader lines. That's a real flaw. Fortunately it has adjustments for sound on the reader lines so you can lower it. This thing has a steep learning curve but I finally got an acceptable take.

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Could you make a quick video explaining the temperature you set your lights to and also the camera setting to fit that?

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Just goes to show how much work it is to be an actor. The auditioning alone!

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Thanks so much.

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Amazing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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Woah your acting is extremely good you will definitely book this role :))

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thank you so much.

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BRUH, this is so on time. Thanks so much! #Godspeed

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Your content is gold

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Thx Kurt! This is my 2nd time watching this video....you make it look soo easy. What about us tech challenged actors? What do you recommend? This year I really wanna increase the professional look of my self-tapes...think maybe I'll book more! 😅

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😲😲 amazing content …. Very helpful (informative )

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Thanks for sharing.

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Thank you!

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Well done

[@2ATristan]

Big tip on where the microphone is placed. I learned over the last few years of vlogging and uploading to YT that when the mic is down low or even at mouth level the audio can sound more tinny or nasally. If you have a mic stand that is able to go above your head and having it about three inches or so away from your face but (still out of frame) it will sound loads better. I've tested it myself and it makes a world of difference.

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OMG. Vegas Editing Studio. You brought back memories. That was the first editing software I used many years ago.

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Dude. Your the best.

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thank you so much sir

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You are awesome and I loved spotting you in Black Widow.

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Your really good at lecturing,

[@Antwan_the_Creative_Booker]

Sweet Kurt! The virtual reader was super cool, to have friends like that. You've helped stave off some of the taping bugs in my life. I was always taught that casting directors despise of "black boarders" on the side. I assume that's the case only in the audition portion and not the slate? I use Youcut to edit my files.

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Yep, that only applies to the audition portion. For the slate they just need to see your full body

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It must be nice working with u because u seem to be professional.

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TBH, if he lived in a second tier city, I think he'd be working all the time. Super professional, super prepared.