Selftape Instructions: Breaking, Broken
DEADLINE: Wed 1/8 by 12pm PST
SHOOT DATES: April 2025. Sat 4/12-Sun 4/13 or Sat 4/26-Sun 4/27
Materials Needed:
Please prepare the following materials (1 photo + 4 video clips) for your audition.
Headshot Color Photo. No hats, sunglasses, or filters. This does not have to be a professional photo. Any recent, nice quality photo.
Scene 1 (2 takes) Perform the scene twice, giving a different interpretation of the scene each time.
Scene 2 (2 takes) Perform the scene twice, giving a different interpretation of the scene each time.
Audition Sides:
Please use the following sides for your audition.
Note: The character descriptions may have changed since the original breakdown (see below for updated roles). Please audition for the role you are most interested in.
Please audition for ONE ROLE ONLY, you will automatically be considered for the other role.
SIDES - AMARI (click to download) 20-35. Black. Queer woman or non-binary person. Nursing student dealing with grief and depression. Note this role will be styled more masc-presenting, but actors can have any gender expression (if they’re comfortable with this portrayal).
SIDES - JAZZ (click to download) 20-35. Black. Queer woman or non-binary person. Overworked herbalist struggling to keep their relationship afloat.
The script is provided for story reference only, please use the SIDES for your audition. Confidential, do not share.
GENERAL SELF-TAPE GUIDELINES
EYE LINE: You should be facing camera, with a reader off-camera giving you your cue lines. Your eye line should cross the camera slightly (not direct to camera). Looking at your reader is best.
SLATE: We do not need a slate for this project. Please do not state your name, agency, etc. at the top of your scene (or submit a separate slate).
WARDROBE/HAIR/MAKEUP: No hats. No glasses, if possible. Makeup should be light/natural, if any. Casual hairstyle. Please do not wear stripes, neon colors, or busy patterns.
PROPS: Refer to the SIDES for your role. No miming, please use real objects whenever called for.
BACKDROP: Please choose a neutral background in a light color. It doesn’t have to be a professional backdrop (a wall is fine), but it should be free of clutter. Please avoid green + blue screens. Grey or white are best.
VIDEO EDITING: None. Record separate clips for each take. Do not add any text to the videos. Do not add a title card. Do not combine clips into a single video. Recording on your cell phone is great.
NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT: By applying for this project, you agree not to mention your involvement in the project, nor disclose to outside parties any details regarding the advertiser, product, or shoot that may be shared during the casting process. Violation of the NDA may result in termination and/or legal action.
HAVE THOUGHTS? We strive to use inclusive and affirming language in our casting process.
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ABOUT US: We’re a casting agency that finds actors, models, and extras for photoshoots, commercials, TV, and movies. You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Tiktok. Our owner, Rachel Mossey, is also on IMDB.
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