Beautiful people! So many of you have asked if you can call me to get acting advice after watching this video. You absolutely can! I’m available for 1-2-1 consultations and would love love love to meet some of you, watch your tapes, give you feedback, help you edit, write to agents, whatever you need! Fill out this form on my website and I’ll send you a link to book your session 😊 www.severinehowellmeri.co.uk/1-to-1-sessions
@lexiereinhardt61013 жыл бұрын
You are the only creator and actor on here that doesn't make it seem so impossible or like you have to move to LA off the bat. Bless you for this, as someone from the middle of no where Kansas, this makes dreams seem so obtainable
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Awww 🥺🥺 you don’t have to move LA off the bat, start where you are and build it from there!
@lexiereinhardt61013 жыл бұрын
@@SeverineHowellMeri You are an angel seriously thank you for the advice. I am totally going to take it and enjoy the ride for now
@smileifyouwant4694 жыл бұрын
A living legend. A generous Queen. I just love you. So so so so helpful, thank you Sev! Sending all the love to you
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
baby girl I am so glad it was helpful to you and I love and adore you too! xxxxx
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
Hey everyone! Thanks so much for coming over to watch this video, I worked super hard on it for you all and I hope it's useful. Feel free to skip around to the parts you need some advice on. Time stamps are here too: 1:47 - what is a self tape? 2:14 - how can you use a self tape? 2:54 - lighting 5:51 - cameras 6:59 - sound 8:35 - tripod 9:02 - plain background 11:24 - breakdowns 13:22 - partners 15:51 - slates / idents 17:13 - eyeline 18:26 - action / movement 18:54 - editing 22:46 - what to wear 24:10 - My Audition for Hanna Season 2
@moeshamiller10523 жыл бұрын
Love this girly! thank you for breaking down and explaining the necessity of making a self tape. I'm actually interested on becoming an actress but is lost and confused on how to start, where to sign up and what to do. I really appreciate this soo much and I will do more research, try to find more videos etc on what to do next. I'm from Jamaica btw and is 16 years of age, my particular school doesn't include such classes & curriculums for acting so I'm left baffled on what to do. I really appreciate this! :)
@ainemcn28154 жыл бұрын
obsessed with the editing in this!!! can’t wait for the next one 🥰
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
It's coming soon angel! Thank you so much for watching xxx
@JuneLuva20102 жыл бұрын
Your self tape was fire🔥🙌🏾Also very informative video. Made me subscribe keep up the good work💪🏾❤️✊🏾
@SeverineHowellMeri2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kalengarr314710 ай бұрын
I just love this video! Not only very engaging and funny but so helpful! I'm just at the beginning of my journey with acting and there are many pearls here. Thank you so much!
@roshniquddus19163 жыл бұрын
This is the most useful video I’ve ever watched on youtube please never delete
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha I won’t 😂
@paulbacchus1015 Жыл бұрын
Pure gold dust, thank you, these self tapes are going to be more pricey then I thought.
@SeverineHowellMeri Жыл бұрын
You got this! The investments are worth it
@paulbacchus1015 Жыл бұрын
You are a fine looking actress with Miles of personality and very well informed about the business, I will be watching more of tour videos and making notes.
@justinshorts5705 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love this girl. My son is doing self tapes. So I came here to get trained! Would love to keep touch. This video was HILARIOUS 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@elliottbornemann11954 жыл бұрын
I've been 7 years in the business and you teaching me things :D :D Amazing video mate. One tip for finding a partner especially atm is to ask someone to help you over Zoom. Not the best sure, but at least you have someone there. Looking forward to the next video!
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
Yesss definitely!! Thank you so much for sharing this, I've done this too when noone is around and given the time we're in, casting directors will definitely understand
@ChickenTenders3 жыл бұрын
I AGREE READ THE WHOLE SCRIPT YOU MUST !!!! IT HELPS A LOT WITH YOUR CHARACTERRR
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
yes yes yes
@whoiscurtish22 жыл бұрын
STAMPEDE! Came here straight from a Kelly Stamps vid lol You're dope! Keep on Keepin on!
@SeverineHowellMeri2 жыл бұрын
Thank you fellow stampede student 😭😭😭😭
@nontombihadebe88963 жыл бұрын
I did my very first self tape yesterday and honestly had I not seen your video yesterday - I would've been lost. Thank you for this. It was amazing. Sending you lots of love from South Africa 🇿🇦
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad to hear it! Well done!
@YousafSharif_2 жыл бұрын
Damn - you killed those self tape scenes! Thank you for all your helpful advice!
@LuanaS44 жыл бұрын
super duper useful video!!! and the editing is so on pointttt!!!
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad it was helpful for you! Thank you so much ♥️♥️♥️
@editsbyhd72873 жыл бұрын
Thank youu for this! I'm a 10 year old auditioning for films without an agency so I really needed this!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Good for you! I’m so glad it helped
@ishie19.78 Жыл бұрын
Youre self tape was so good. ♥️
@fr514 Жыл бұрын
I've been doing self tapes for years and this is so useful! Thanks for sharing all this cool stuff. Your focus during the tape is really interesting - very specific. I can see why you book/get recalls.
@SeverineHowellMeri Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@erzsieke Жыл бұрын
The intro is iconic 💅💅
@2nd2nun12 жыл бұрын
You rock so much. Hope to see you in more TV projects in the future.
@SeverineHowellMeri2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@TatianaBalashova2 жыл бұрын
The level of your tutorial is impressive and also fun to watch :), loved the effects and humor. If this tutorial I were a director already could see what types you could play. I am over 40 learning acting skills for a non-acting-career goal for now and amazed at how many great vloggers talk about the acting topic.
@dominickmozee21283 жыл бұрын
So glad I found this vid and this channel Firing up my headshot and resume again after a long hiatus for school Excited but still 😩 lol
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you found it helpful! This is such an exciting time for you, you'll kill it! Congratulations! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
@OjaysReel4 жыл бұрын
The editing is all mirth imo. Thanks for sharing.
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
thank you for watching!
@samanthambolekwa96773 жыл бұрын
I'm in the middle of upgrading my self-tape situation and I found this video super heplful thankssss
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
So glad it could help!
@Tarabud2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your self-tape! It was very helpful! ALL of it was very helpful!
@simonesallas9376 Жыл бұрын
This video is fabulous and YOU are fabulous! Thank you!!! Kisses from Brazil! 💜
@simbaw85353 жыл бұрын
Jah kno, I love love love LOVE this video! Your personality is everything I will be watching this again, bless up yuh self! Congrats on booking the job, one day I"ll see you at work!!! keep making videos, more abundance!!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you loved it! Thank you for watching
@saffiakavaz64943 жыл бұрын
Ahh wow, this is amazing!!! Possibly (definitely) the best advice video on KZbin! Wow, the knowledge 👏Need to binge all your videos now 😭
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the love and support!
@catalinacuevasacosta21493 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much fo this video. I'm so happy I found your channel! I'm your fan
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
So glad it could help! Thank you for subscribing
@traceylindsay35733 жыл бұрын
This is excellent, and really creative. The best video demonstration II’ve seen. Thank you for sharing your self tapes, which I was excellent, and helpful, your hard work paid off . Congratulations o your new role. Thank you !
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching! Glad you found it so helpful 😊
@sorayakelley27302 жыл бұрын
You are hilarious and super talented. Well deserved!!!!! Thanks for your authentic + beautiful energy. xoxoxo
@SeverineHowellMeri2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it
@ornaherron3 жыл бұрын
So so helpful you are a life saver!! And you seem so kind
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Haha so glad it could help!
@WartyFingleBlaster Жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. Make more videos! You're so good at it. Hope you're busy in the industry. Much love.
@SeverineHowellMeri Жыл бұрын
thank you!
@kezanderson87682 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing xxx
@SeverineHowellMeri2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching so much of my content! I appreciate you
@yodiwiltac3 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU for showing some of the editing! This is the hardest part for me and it has been impossible to find examples of how to do this.
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad it could help!
@Wildopal3 жыл бұрын
So happy I found your channel! You're a delight to watch and I Appreciate the detailed information 📚👍🏾🔥 subscribed!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m hosting a giveaway on my latest video to offer more personal advice to my subscribers 🥰 take a look
@Xelanderthomas3 жыл бұрын
great tape young lady - very useful - good luck with your career - Hanna is great. Congrats
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@kaajelpatel55603 жыл бұрын
Amazing Love! This was such an informative & fun vid :) LOOVEE xxx
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
For some reason I’ve only just seen this comment but thank you so much Angel!
@savash-f43803 жыл бұрын
Amazing Sev, loved this!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so so much for watching bro!
@wasimskhan3 жыл бұрын
Love the energy! Thanks so much for the tips. You're awesome 🤗😎👍
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
You’re so welcome! Glad they helped
@_blckvamp_god4 жыл бұрын
Your American accent is so good
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much !
@reannableu46543 жыл бұрын
THIS WAS REALLY HELPFUL THANKS! you're such a great actor too :)
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad! Thank you! XX
@anthara.s3 жыл бұрын
this helped me so much. I had so many questions and you answered them all!! thank you so much!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad! Thank you for subscribing!
@bokgabane_thamare3 жыл бұрын
You are super awesome! this was super helpful! All the best with your career.
B R A V O !!! Well done! You have a very considerable talent stack! I wish you much success and thank you for this very helpful video!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
thank you so much!
@marciemryan4 жыл бұрын
So glad I found you 👍great information 🙌👏
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching and for being here!
@XxFlannixX3 жыл бұрын
Great video this. So helpful for me as I’m learning!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad it was useful!
@Xades4 жыл бұрын
At 9:54 That role in that self tape gives me maze runner vibes. Your acting is amazing as well.
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
Haha thank you so much for watching! Really appreciate your words
@Xades4 жыл бұрын
@@SeverineHowellMeri no problem
@zakdouglas-zerouali34284 жыл бұрын
This is amazing sis! Soooo Proud 🙌🏽✨
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
Love you long time bro 😭😭
@floudizonhomes3 жыл бұрын
Using your tips - love the accent
@chloeokura63293 жыл бұрын
This was so incredibly useful for making my first self-tape. Thank you!!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
That makes me so happy! Thanks for subscribing
@sherryhoffman64633 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!! You were so helpful. Thanks so much.
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad! Thank you for subscribing
@emilyjackman28804 жыл бұрын
Loved this thanks! Did you tape the Hanna tape at your own place, or have an actor friend read in? He sounded legit great compared to any relatives I have reading in aha. Congrats, keep them coming!
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Yes the person reading was my partner who's also an actor, he's great and you heard him read in all the other examples too. The tape for Hanna was filmed last year and pre covid so it was filmed where he was living, but if you have actor friends you'd rather read with, you could ask them to read over zoom! Casting directors are really understanding about self tapes having to be done a bit differently atm, so if you need to do that instead of asking relatives, that's totally reasonable ☺️
@EM-xj9of3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work😀Thank you so much 😊 very very helpful 😊
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad! Thanks for subscribing
@Harry.O3 жыл бұрын
Great video and good advice
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! glad you found it helpful
@karolinepalaciosjrgensen82314 жыл бұрын
This is amazing!!! Thank you so much, this is so useful during this pandemic. Just shared it with my whole Acting class.
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm so glad to hear it! I hope they find it useful too
@lisap61483 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing and CONGRATULATIONS❣️
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You’re so welcome
@StellarsTV3 жыл бұрын
Really helpful - thank you :)
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@hannahroze-lewis29534 жыл бұрын
I loved this!
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!!
@ManUnitedFootBallTv3 жыл бұрын
thanks for the clothing tips 🤣🤣🤣
@KellyNicholas14 жыл бұрын
I love you😍 thank you so much for this video. You are so funny and really engaging 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
@storywoodpodcast59904 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!!!! This has helped me too much!!!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad!!
@IolaniGrace3 жыл бұрын
Very entertaining and fun tips Severine. Great job! Hugs, 'Iolani Grace
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching 🥰
@AndresGarcia-kj3jq3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Sincerely, you have been a great help and inspiration (:
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad! Thank you for subscribing
@ShawnFlournoy3 жыл бұрын
🙋🏽♀️hey sis! I don’t need this at all but you are so gosh darn cute with a great personality that I had to leave a comment & a like. Hope this helps your channel. Good luck on all your endeavors. 👍🏽
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! that's really kind
@ibraheemtoure12014 жыл бұрын
Had to like and subscribe you are brilliant at content!! Thank you so muchh😁😁
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
Thank yooooou for being here!
@kamkaewmaneerot1093 жыл бұрын
Hi. I have a question. This is the first time I’m doing a self tape. I’m planning to get a Samson C03 microphone like you suggested but wondering whether you need an extra sound mixer or any other device to connect the mic to a laptop. Can I just plug the mic in to my laptop through a USB portable? Thank you!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Yes it plugs straight in because it’s just a USB condenser. If you have a Mac without a USB port, only extra thing you’ll need it an adapter for it to work
@VersoLaltoProductions Жыл бұрын
This is super helpful! What are your thoughts about what to wear for tapes for period roles? I'm taping for a fantasy series and don't know if I should wear a tunic/cloak, or just a button-up shirt. Thoughts?
@SeverineHowellMeri Жыл бұрын
Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable but still suggests the character. Sometimes I go all out, sometimes I don't. I think a tunic is more suggestive and definitely a bolder choice but if you feel it's too much then don't go for it. Try both and see which is best. Ultimately, if your performance is sick, it won't matter. But definitely wear something that comes across as intentionally dressing to look like the person.
@VersoLaltoProductions Жыл бұрын
@@SeverineHowellMeri Thank you so much for your advice!
@essikah90673 жыл бұрын
Such a helpful video
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
I’m glad ! Thank you for watching
@darrenstantonlive68243 жыл бұрын
Really really helpful thank you so much
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
You’re so welcome!
@lanae28513 жыл бұрын
thank uu video was really helpful!! I am in the process of trying to film my video reel. I know how to set it up and everything and edit, but i’m having trouble of finding monologues and scenes to put in it. (because i don’t have any tapes from things i was in) so i’m not sure where to find really good scenes from to put it in. do you have any idea?
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Hey! In my latest video, a covered a section about where to find material for showreels / to submit to agents. The time stamps are in the description, you can find it here m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoXMcqauaKeqmJo
@Nai_Ben3 жыл бұрын
This is weird .I know u from tiktok that scene.I'm making a self tape for percy jackson.Plsss I don't know.I can't find the scenes.How long do u think the tape should be .BTW I loved watching the scenes at last
@kunika66453 жыл бұрын
PLSSS U GUYS R SO FUNNYYYYY WHA YU DOIN DOWN HEREEEE🤨🤨🤨
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
hahaha
@tansh50833 жыл бұрын
Very helpful and interesting video! Thank you so much! I was wondering if you have any tips on how to join an agency and what agency are you with? Also, do you go to a drama school? I have been acting for years and keep getting rejected :( Many Thanks! Wish you more success xx
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Hey! Just made a video about finding an agent. Keep going, this industry is tough and it can take years to build a career in it but that doesn't mean you should stop kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoXMcqauaKeqmJo
@Jr-wy9qm3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the very helpful information!!! How did you get the audition for Hanna?? Did you have a manager?
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Yes my agent secured me an audition for it but always keep an eye out on casting directors socials if you don't have an agent / manager. Shaheen Baig cast season 2 of Hanna and the breakdown for it would have likely been on spotlight as well 🥰
@Jr-wy9qm3 жыл бұрын
@@SeverineHowellMeri got it!! Thank you so much. Yeah that’s what I’ve been doing is looking at casting directors socials. I just signed up for a zoom audition actually which is how I found your account :)
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
@@Jr-wy9qm congratulations that's great news! I hope it goes really well.
@Jr-wy9qm3 жыл бұрын
@@SeverineHowellMeri thank you girl! Wishing the best for you as well, keep killin it
@MrTrisFA4 жыл бұрын
I just 😍 so informative 🥺
@SeverineHowellMeri4 жыл бұрын
You are an angel on this earth 🥺💚
@Bangsy30003 жыл бұрын
Hi, I'm auditioning for a role but the self taping instructions are really vague. Should I include a slate or not?
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Hey 👋🏽 if they haven’t asked for one, I usually don’t include one. But I always put a title card with my name, agent / contact details, the role and project name like I did in the edit section of the video
@Shamsithaca3 жыл бұрын
you kind of remind of Michael Jackson and his family gene features! Very beautiful.
@daytonmungai97473 жыл бұрын
Hey just a quick question with editing as I most of the time don’t have a reader , can I do the same editing process with audio on snapdrop??
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Great question. If you recorded the audio on your phone, I’m pretty sure you can. Although I haven’t tried it myself so please don’t take my word for it. I have sent over document files through snapdrop though, so files like mp3 should work too
@daytonmungai97473 жыл бұрын
@@SeverineHowellMeri thanks I kinda have an idea of how I should make it work , thanks and congrats on Hannah ✨👏🏾
@alischa75593 жыл бұрын
Hey, I have a question! I have taken a few classes but because of corona everything just kind of stopped. I want to submit my headshot, resume and a demo reel to an agency but I haven’t done any work on camera yet. Could I make a demo reel out of monologues)
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Yes 100% you can. Keep the monologues short, maybe 2 monologues that are no longer than 30 secs - 1 min each. One monologue is also fine, but 2 can show more range. Make sure you film it in good lighting and with good sound. You don’t need set or a crazy costume, so long as you can be clearly seen and heard against a plain background, that’s the most important thing. Filming on an iPhone, with affordable studio soft box lights OR good natural light (no direct sunlight) will work just fine. Good luck!
@alischa75593 жыл бұрын
@@SeverineHowellMeri Thank you so much for the advise! I actually ordered an affordable ring light today!
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
@@alischa7559 my pleasure! That’s great 😃 it’ll work perfectly. Hope the speeches go well
@aural.a90743 жыл бұрын
Thank youuu❤️
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@rebel74042 жыл бұрын
Woah! My last name is Howell 😲
@strangefruit37373 жыл бұрын
Hi Sèverine ☺️
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
Hiii!
@elenachristoph87583 жыл бұрын
my main problem is that I don’t have a reader (◞‸◟) any tips about that??
@SeverineHowellMeri3 жыл бұрын
You can ask someone to read with you on zoom, FaceTime or Skype. Casting directors understand that a lot of us need to complete our tapes that way these days ☺️