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

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  • 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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  • @ActingCareerCenter
    @ActingCareerCenter  3 роки тому +34

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    • @christopherbrownmaaga4668
      @christopherbrownmaaga4668 3 роки тому

      You and Robbie Jones (Actor)

    • @christopherbrownmaaga4668
      @christopherbrownmaaga4668 3 роки тому

      Do a video with Robbie Jones (actor)

    • @christopherbrownmaaga4668
      @christopherbrownmaaga4668 3 роки тому

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    • @animegod6663
      @animegod6663 3 роки тому +1

      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

  • @SophiaHawk
    @SophiaHawk 3 роки тому +29

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

  • @Instinct-TEF
    @Instinct-TEF 3 роки тому +11

    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!

  • @kasandre2363
    @kasandre2363 3 роки тому +68

    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 😉 🎬

    • @PatriStarlight
      @PatriStarlight 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @richarddifrisco8974
    @richarddifrisco8974 2 роки тому

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

  • @MsMoniqueification
    @MsMoniqueification 3 роки тому +2

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

  • @sithikaperera7393
    @sithikaperera7393 3 роки тому

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

  • @nolo_doe
    @nolo_doe 3 роки тому +11

    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.

  • @christianbitar8446
    @christianbitar8446 3 роки тому +10

    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!

  • @regulargorgeous
    @regulargorgeous 2 роки тому +1

    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
    @NicoleTrizia 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @AndresGarcia-kj3jq
    @AndresGarcia-kj3jq 3 роки тому +61

    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!

  • @Sal-ec4yf
    @Sal-ec4yf 2 роки тому

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

  • @ReaganVFilms
    @ReaganVFilms 3 роки тому +18

    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!

  • @pavloko
    @pavloko 3 роки тому +13

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

  • @kevcoverssolos
    @kevcoverssolos Рік тому +1

    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 :)

  • @rinamorgan8795
    @rinamorgan8795 3 роки тому +4

    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.

  • @simplynaturalcai2661
    @simplynaturalcai2661 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @ollieace3770
    @ollieace3770 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @ccbred
    @ccbred Рік тому +4

    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!

  • @samuelsfranklinactor
    @samuelsfranklinactor 3 роки тому +1

    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!

  • @gwen3779
    @gwen3779 11 місяців тому

    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!

  • @neokalitychi7586
    @neokalitychi7586 3 роки тому +4

    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

  • @SonicJayy
    @SonicJayy 2 роки тому

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

  • @VIGNESHIYER8806564265
    @VIGNESHIYER8806564265 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @thecorreiachronicles6869
    @thecorreiachronicles6869 2 роки тому

    Kurt you and your channel are honestly amazing!!!

  • @BellindahGama
    @BellindahGama 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @miyoshiumeki
    @miyoshiumeki Рік тому +1

    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!

  • @rhondamitchell9542
    @rhondamitchell9542 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @TestimonyNation
    @TestimonyNation 2 роки тому

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

  • @danieltillman3858
    @danieltillman3858 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome behind scenes look at the process!

  • @EvaGehlert_SmallMediumAtLarge
    @EvaGehlert_SmallMediumAtLarge Рік тому +1

    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!

  • @birdlover7776
    @birdlover7776 3 роки тому +2

    This was really helpful!
    Thank you 🌸

  • @TamaraLeeIsme
    @TamaraLeeIsme 2 роки тому

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

  • @VenusMonique
    @VenusMonique Рік тому

    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.

  • @bjwieland-doucet5917
    @bjwieland-doucet5917 2 роки тому

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

  • @absolutelyabouther
    @absolutelyabouther 2 роки тому

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

  • @estynmcmahon7279
    @estynmcmahon7279 2 роки тому

    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! :)

  • @elizabethtacy7736
    @elizabethtacy7736 Рік тому

    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

  • @DebbieBanos
    @DebbieBanos 2 роки тому

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

  • @DarrenBigDazRobertson1873
    @DarrenBigDazRobertson1873 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @MojoRisin893
    @MojoRisin893 2 роки тому

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

  • @AZ-yc4js
    @AZ-yc4js 3 роки тому +1

    Omg, I just have to share my excitement over the fact I just met of on croatia's most talented actor, and I was over the moon, and since I am currently unable to attend any acting related activities at the moment, I was so happy to actually see an actor in such a remote place like this one I live in. Super nice person, and it made me realize just how excited I am to pursue this route.
    Sorry guys but no one really knows about my plans just the Kurt Yue followers.
    Have a blessed day everyone!

  • @sorayakabiry7777
    @sorayakabiry7777 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @tonysyolie
    @tonysyolie 7 місяців тому

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

  • @RRReactionsReviews
    @RRReactionsReviews 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @michaelabban-wealth8246
    @michaelabban-wealth8246 6 місяців тому

    Thank God I found it. This is pretty helpful.

  • @caroles5502
    @caroles5502 2 роки тому

    Thank you. Your videos are so helpful. 👏🏼

  • @adamgregorynyc
    @adamgregorynyc 2 роки тому

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

  • @Vandan9166
    @Vandan9166 Рік тому

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

  • @larrybaskin668
    @larrybaskin668 2 роки тому

    Amazingly helpful and thank you!

  • @kevinnelson8631
    @kevinnelson8631 4 місяці тому

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

  • @EDDIELFAURIA
    @EDDIELFAURIA Рік тому

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

  • @AhmedTVED4
    @AhmedTVED4 2 роки тому

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

  • @freaks5566
    @freaks5566 3 роки тому +2

    I love all your video and tips

  • @klwheeler1590
    @klwheeler1590 3 роки тому +2

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

  • @seazepeda
    @seazepeda Рік тому

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

  • @veganofanarchy3180
    @veganofanarchy3180 2 роки тому

    This is super helpful!! Thank you!

  • @ZoeFaithOfficial
    @ZoeFaithOfficial 3 роки тому +10

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

  • @alonso6836
    @alonso6836 2 роки тому

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

  • @donnakwok
    @donnakwok 3 роки тому +18

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

  • @Lioness797
    @Lioness797 2 роки тому

    Love you and your channel!

  • @ObedNLamptey-ir7fp
    @ObedNLamptey-ir7fp 9 місяців тому

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

  • @judykilger4950
    @judykilger4950 Рік тому

    Thank you! This was amazing! 👏👏👍

  • @snapbap7610
    @snapbap7610 Місяць тому

    So helpful, thank you!

  • @NickiChannel
    @NickiChannel 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @JavierVazquezJr
    @JavierVazquezJr 3 місяці тому

    Absolute gold!!!

  • @AussieGirl235
    @AussieGirl235 3 роки тому

    Your content is gold

  • @JugglerLou
    @JugglerLou 2 роки тому

    Wow! Thank you for this!

  • @blevinsakapapa
    @blevinsakapapa 3 роки тому

    Very helpful thank you for posting this.

  • @isabellavance
    @isabellavance 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this!!

  • @BryanRamirez_
    @BryanRamirez_ 3 роки тому +1

    THANK YOU so much!!

  • @tarekbaki3792
    @tarekbaki3792 Рік тому

    That was great! Thank you sir

  • @kierraedwards748
    @kierraedwards748 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @NNWillieProject
    @NNWillieProject 2 роки тому

    Bravo! Inspiring. Thank you.

  • @charlita25
    @charlita25 Рік тому

    Yes 🙌🏾 you definitely look like a an attorney 👩🏽‍⚖️ Kurt

  • @RnJayKingGaming
    @RnJayKingGaming 3 роки тому +8

    you look like the perfect person for a lawyer. hope u get it

  • @justinkroehler9318
    @justinkroehler9318 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @Morelife876
    @Morelife876 2 роки тому

    😲😲 amazing content …. Very helpful (informative )

  • @sevenaka7
    @sevenaka7 2 роки тому

    Great video! Thank you.

  • @DillonJohnCollins
    @DillonJohnCollins 2 роки тому

    Dude. Your the best.

  • @manyhatcat4924
    @manyhatcat4924 2 роки тому

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

  • @LeCrenn
    @LeCrenn Рік тому

    Very helpful. Thanks.

  • @abhisheksinghraizada1901
    @abhisheksinghraizada1901 2 роки тому

    Sir you really teach in details that's really good

  • @JeffreyWollam
    @JeffreyWollam 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks so much.

  • @Immarkyo58
    @Immarkyo58 Рік тому

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

    • @Immarkyo58
      @Immarkyo58 6 місяців тому

      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.

  • @actorpoet53
    @actorpoet53 Рік тому

    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! 😅

  • @WhirlOmar
    @WhirlOmar 2 роки тому

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

  • @2ATristan
    @2ATristan Рік тому

    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.

  • @alexkostka2273
    @alexkostka2273 3 роки тому

    Love this video!
    PS - I'm a fan of you repping Michigan!

  • @acykalegyeya1339
    @acykalegyeya1339 Рік тому

    Your really good at lecturing,

  • @ThomasForgione
    @ThomasForgione 8 місяців тому

    Great video. As a working actor do you recommend going bold with the material or sticking to every direction or suggested emotion? Has going outside the box worked for you? Thanks!

  • @iaaronsharif
    @iaaronsharif 3 роки тому

    So much value wow

  • @Antwan_the_Creative_Booker
    @Antwan_the_Creative_Booker 3 роки тому

    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.

    • @ActingCareerCenter
      @ActingCareerCenter  3 роки тому +1

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

  • @viviss6183
    @viviss6183 3 роки тому +6

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

    • @scottslotterbeck3796
      @scottslotterbeck3796 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @mostafanazmy4112
    @mostafanazmy4112 Рік тому

    thank you so much.

  • @johncrouch1868
    @johncrouch1868 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @chrissyrass
    @chrissyrass 2 роки тому

    Thank you!

  • @wordisbond007
    @wordisbond007 2 роки тому

    Love the channel, please keep up the great work! Kurt, what are you using right now to record your self tape and when you used a dslr which lens did you use? Thanks!

  • @charlita25
    @charlita25 Рік тому

    Great 👍🏾 idea 💡 using a virtual reader 📲