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Your first ever self-tape audition! How exciting. As an aspiring actor, this is a big milestone on your acting journey. Everyone starts somewhere, and this is your<\/em> beginning.<\/p>\n However, your first ever self tape audition might also feel a bit nerve wracking. But you don\u2019t need years of experience, fancy equipment, or to be \u2018perfect\u2019. You just need to show up with courage. So have no fear. Today, we\u2019ve got you covered with everything you need to know to ace your first self-tape audition!<\/p>\n Let\u2019s start at the very beginning. You\u2019ve got that self tape audition request, but you might still be wondering: What exactly is<\/em> a self tape audition?<\/p>\n The answer is simple. A self tape is just an audition that you do at home.\u00a0<\/strong>The actor will film their own audition tape and send it directly to the casting team, rather than needing to travel for the audition. Self tapes are now standard practice for all kinds of acting jobs, including film, television, commercials and even theatre productions.<\/p>\n The self tape audition usually has two parts:<\/p>\n Below we\u2019ll break down what you need before you start filming your first self tape, alongside step-by-step instructions for your slate and audition scene.<\/p>\n Before we get into the detailed guide, it\u2019s helpful to get an idea of what your self tape audition should look like when it\u2019s done. Here\u2019s a great example from my fellow StageMilk coach, Pat.<\/p>\nWhat is a Self-Tape Audition?<\/h2>\n
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