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I wish I had seen this video two days ago, I had a few self tapes to submit and even though there were ok, some tip here could’ve made a better submission 🙌
Don’t hesitate to reach out! I have some a few courses and you can always book a private for coaching or taping setup or technicals. I am sure you rocked it!
Hi I need to make myself tape to 15 mb my agent says . I don’t now how to get it to that ? My last tape was to big .Please tell me how to condense it . Tammy
Absolutely man! Find me on instagram and if you ever need to just book some time to make sure your set up is all good just let me know. Appreciate the follow.
The best actors have plenty of heartfelt Investment into their lines and parts . Practice on purpose requires understanding. Asking questions encourages people to think about his or her personal studies of an acting script. Excellent performance requires study, rehearsal, Practice.
Great question man! I would have to look and see if I still have the name some where. Here is the thing to keep in mind though, depending on the light you put on the wall it will change what you see on camera. I light it up a bit for comedies and keep it dark for drama.
My absolute pleasure! Remember, some of the videos on lighting and Studio set up are older, and there are probably newer light set ups that may be smaller, etc. so be sure to do your due diligence before you purchase and just be aware of the space that you are working in! And if you get a chance go to the deanwest.com and create an account on the diaz TV page. I am loading my podcast and course, and just overall video content on their daily! Sorry for talk to text if you need that came out wonky
Man, The editing part was EXACTLY what i needed to see. The full body pinch is what i needed to figure out. One thing tho is after i shoot, i do all the shorten of the video before using imovie, but for some reason when i add it to imovie, they are back to original length and i have to re shorten again
Hmm. That would probably depend on how or where they are being loaded from. If it is from iPhone you may be saving as new instead of saving that specific vid.
This is good!!! I believe that this is the key to why you seem so authentic on screen Dj. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💜 let me know when you're ready to feature a guest teacher. I am a certified instructor on how to act the fool! 🤣
:) I would keep in mind most of the time, I would advise to keep props off screen in general. The more advanced you become it won't matter as much but while you are in your early years of acting props in self tapes can cause more harm than good at times. Keep in mind I am not sure where you are in journey.
You can shoot in 4k if you can be sure to render the video smaller in editing, or be sure your phone is at least set to 1080, but most phones now a days are pretty simple or are preset to a dynamic range.
there are a few good websites where you can find people that will read with you, or you can higher. You can also have someone over zoom or on the phone to work with you, but the preference is someone you can see as to help you connect to someone when you are talking. If you are in classes get a little group that you support eachother and or jump on Facebook and look for actor support groups.
Best audition I've ever seen.... You commented on one of my videos 3 years ago, thankyou sir but i have a request talant is not valued in india, Sir I want to work in Hollywood please support me, how can I contact you?🙏😢
Hi - thanks for this - when I shoot on my iPhone I go for HD 30. for some reason it looks great on my phone but once I airdrop it to my pc the quality is passable but nowhere near as good.
THANK YOU!!! I just started my classes at drama Inc for on camera 1!! I theatrical background only and I film videos and they are good but and I didn’t even think about the 2x in on the zoom!!!! Watching my self on class I’m like “MY QUALITY IS THAT BUT THE SHOT IS NEVER RIGHT” yes yes yes. I’m saving this video to video to review for my future auditions!!!
Congrats on the new journey! If you ever want to book a quick zoom sesh either to make Sure your set up is rocking or for a tune up let me know! You would be surprised how much change can happen in your work with a little shift of perspective on what it is we do as actors. 🙏🏽 You can check out thedeanwest.com and my calendly is on there as well.
Great advice...I Stay on course, keep working hard, enjoy each opportunity to play another role presented in every audition. Strong choices, strong listening , present. It's fun, it's creative expression. It's key what you mention, if casting keeps bringing you in, your doing something right. Never give up. Stay on Course.❤️ Absolute truth, the reference to acting class. Great tips. 3 roles. I'm SAG- AFTRA LA and Actra. My Agent submits me for anything and everything. I feel my agent is not specific to my brand. But I do it all. Supernatural -Angel, izombi -poker Dealer, Diary of a Wimpy kid Hollys Grandmother. I am none of those things...lol My favorite role...Nurse Ratched Tomorrow never comes Lizzy Borden filmed at Linda vista LA. Lol American Mary -Mary's Hungarian Nana Grandma voice. Not a grandma, not hungarian. Lol random. I did it all. Recently I fired my agent because mt contract Lawyer identified she lied about being licensed for my province. She was from a close province but my province is the only one that requires a license. Thats why I wasn't booking, she legally couldnt book me. Casting couldn't either by my union. She wasnt credible or known by casting. Ugh! I'm now self- represented on CW and Casting email me auditions directly. I feel a credible Agent is best. Just opens more doors. I'm updated my demo, headshots etc and currently approaching Agents that I know are licensed. Best accurate info guys. Thank you!
Can you recommend a light kit? Also a microphone kit please that can attach to a camera? If we have to wind up using our cell phones due to last minute issues is there a stand you also find is best? Thank you. I have found this video very helpful.
Hey Brandy! I would say it kind of depends on your space and budget. I will link an option below... You can also check my other videos for one just about taping with your cell phone.. www.amazon.com/dp/B00KRN0SEI/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_17TZZDRZRPTGZ54HBM0C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=ml2&tag=themichellewe-20
SO HELPFUL! Thank you so much Dean. My one question: what are the original settings on the camera? 720p HD or 1080p HD at 30 fps? Thank you again for this gem.
@@TheDeanWest_ You’re the best. I appreciate you. The one problem I’m having is the blur the minute I upload on actor access. Not sure why this is happening but im gonna go back to 1080 and see if that changes anything. I initially had it at that and AA told me to put 720.
So now all the options for purchasing in your links popped my head off. You know, it's easier to choose ice cream when there is 3 flavors instead of 32.. my FOMO is on fire now.
😂. Different strokes for different folks. Sad part is in the tech world things are coming out constantly! Find what works best for your set up and studio and run with it.
Hey Naron. I actually painted the wall, but I am linking a few options. Take a look and see which fits with your budget and room size. amzn.to/3s4FIJY amzn.to/3I5JEjj
