A self audition (also called self-tape audition)means that instead of going to a studio or audition venue, the actor/model records their audition video themselves (at home or any location) and sends it to the casting team.

📌 Key points about self auditions:

• You’ll get an audition script or brief from the casting director/agency or else you can use own script if they wont provide
• You (or parents, if it’s for kids) must record the video as per instructions (intro + lines + actions, etc.).

It saves travel time and allows casting teams to see more talent

✨ Example: If a brand wants a kid to say a few lines for an ad, the agency may ask parents to record the kid at home and share the clip. That becomes the self audition.

🎥 Technical Setup while recording audition at home

Lighting:

• Natural daylight is best (face towards a window).
• If using lights, make sure the face is evenly lit—no shadows.

Background

• Use a plain wall (light color preferred).
• Avoid clutter, decorations, or distractions behind you.

Camera

• Phone camera is fine, just keep it steady (use tripod or place on stable surface).
• Record in landscape (horizontal), unless casting asks for vertical.
• Frame from chest/waist up for dialogues, full body for profile shots.

Sound

1. Record in a quiet room—no TV, fan, or outside noise.
2. Make sure your voice is clear and loud enough.

🎭 Performance & Presentation

• Slate/Introduction
• Start with: Name, Age, Height, City (and agency if required).
• Show front profile and both side profiles clearly.

Clothing

1. Wear neat, solid colors (avoid heavy prints or logos).
2. Keep hair tidy; no caps/sunglasses unless required by script.
3. Expression & Energy
4. Be natural, not robotic.
5. Keep energy slightly higher than normal, as camera dulls expressions.

Follow Instructions

Stick exactly to what the casting brief/script says (lines, gestures, duration).

Don’t add extra unless specifically asked.

1. ✅ Before Sending

• Check Quality
• Play the video once to ensure clear picture & sound.
• Trim unwanted parts (like when you’re adjusting camera).
• File Naming & Size
• Name the file with child’s name + role (e.g., Ansh_SchoolKid_Audition.mp4).
• Send in WhatsApp/email-acceptable size (compressed if needed, but not blurry).

👉 Bonus Tip: Keep the child comfortable and relaxed—don’t push too hard. A natural, happy performance always looks best on camera.