My Self-Tape Audition Secrets: How to Audition With No Reader

This is a self tape tutorial on what to do when you have an audition and very little time or simply NO READER! This happens very rarely, but when it does... here's what you do! Also, this example is if you have a Mac. If you have a PC, use the video mode on your built in camera on your laptop. For a PC desktop, you will need a webcam.
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[annasahlstrom]

I've done this a few times and I got a callback off of one of those auditions.

[Darcy]

I live in the countryside outside NYC and I NEVER have the luxury of having a reader! I relate and needed this!

[ElizHadjinian]

I thought I was the only one who did this! I usually read the whole script since I tend to read faster in my head than out loud and I just mute the sections that are my lines in iMovie. An extra step but helps with the timing. Subscribed! :)

[ginie]

OMG!!! This is what I figured out to do cause I got tired of asking people.

[gabriellegamboa]

This is fabulous! I have struggled so much to find a reader! This is going to make all the difference in the world for my self-tape auditions! 👏👏👏👍 Thank you!!!

[danielmaxwell]

Done this too, not with Mac but with another iPhone using the Voice Memos app. It's also a great way to memorize lines.

[davidalley]

Great hack, Dan! I've been in this situation...very helpful! Thanks!

[jatonesmith]

I got a last minute audition due in the morning and no reader, thanks so much for this

[stMikeWhite]

I've had this idea, but hearing it come from another actor is reassuring! Thank you.

[AL-WEE]

Thank you. I’ve done this hack before and thought I failed because I didn’t get the part. This gives me great relief to know that what I did wasn’t in vain.. Thanks

[robertblauner]

Yes, works like a charm...recording the other lines and then my lines just in my head is also a great way to memorize the sides...🎬😉

[tinaforrestel]

This was SO HELPFUL. Thank you, Dan! I'm in a pinch today. This was perfect!

[SuperAceman]

I am a loner so Ive been doing the same thing. I actually purchased an android phone with great audio playback and then downloaded one of the best recorder apps with editable ranges. I do different voices by pressing different parts of my throat. Most people have no idea. Im sure casting agents notice. I hope this will always be acceptable or Im in deep do do. I do about 4 auditions a week and there's just no way I could muster a reader for each audition. Thanks Dan, I love the insights and info.
-That being said, If you should ever need a reader then let me know. I live in the LA area and would get a kick out of meeting you.

[destinedtoruleentertainmen]

Thank you for this! The stress from self tapes is crazy.

[ZumbaShan]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
This saved my a** today! You are right in saying an audition is like a car accident. To the talent who has to submit, it is! This was indeed a very helpful hack!!! Thank you again 🎉

[lennybobo]

I got an upcoming audition, thanks Dan this was helpful

[chadfehr]

I totally do this. It takes a little effort but is 100% worth it

[WTB_Acts]

I honestly have gotten better at doing it with no reader. Just really breaking into my imagination. Pretending they are there and I’m hearing their words. With practice of course. But I need to try this. Great work

[AndrewFord]

I'm Dan Warner and all my best acting happens off-camera as well as at the end of my great videos because I know all ....the stuff...about self tape videos, LOL. But seriously this is true.

[MadHatterND]

Brilliant. That was incredibly helpful!