Self-Tape Auditions
It's no secret that self-taped auditions are the new industry standard and with casting directors seeing more actors per role, it's more important than ever for you to stand out.
So how can you compete in this environment? By working with DSY Productions’ experienced professionals! Our blend of expert coaching and technical savvy will help you stand out and get noticed.
If you live outside of the Los Angeles area or prefer to tape in your own home, we offer Virtual Self-Taping! You get the same technical expertise and professional coaching. Click the link below to find out more about our Virtual Audition options.
Gregg Daniel
Lights... Camera... Action...
Lighting, sound, and camera quality can make or break a perfect audition. That's why DSY Productions invests heavily in our equipment and keeps it up to date with the latest advances in technology. All the little details are taken care of so you can concentrate on your audition - we've got you covered.
Watch a tour of our studio!
Professional 3 point lighting system with back lighting and back spotlight to set you apart from the background…and the competition!
Top of the line camera that films up to 4K and has XLR audio inputs. You can rest assured, knowing you are going to look your best.
High quality lavalier body mics and high-caliber Rode mics for superior audio. They will think you are in the room with them, instead of on tape.
A variety of industry standard background colors for comedy, drama, and commercial tapes, slates, and full body shots.
Rob Angelino
Deborah Lacey
John Vance
What is Included?
Professional Coaching
Personalized coaching by our DSY technicians, who are all working pro actors. Coaching includes scene analysis, performance input, and technical acting advice (eyeline, lighting, etc.).
Experienced Reader
Your reader can make or break your audition. Each project has its own rhythm and tone, and DSY Productions' readers dial into that. We're here to support your performance and choices without pulling focus. From the emotional pauses of a dramatic scene to the quick-paced timing of comedy, we've got you covered.
Exceptional Studio
Professional lighting
Top-of-the-line camera
High quality audio
Industry's best backgrounds
Quick Delivery
We can transfer your auditions files to you or your team, or upload right away in whatever format desired.
Pricing
Audition taping
$1 per minute
30 Minute Minimum
The session lasts from the scheduled session start time until your audition is uploaded. The pricing is simple -
$1 per minute with a 30-minute minimum.
We do not charge extra for extra takes,
extra uploads
or for coaching and feedback.
When booking your session, be sure to include the time it will take to upload your audition.
1-on-1 coaching
$75 per hour
Jean can't help herself from coaching actors because it's always about the person and seeing them succeed. This is why she includes coaching as part of the Audition Taping.
She also loves to mentor and coach outside of an audition. Actors love working with her for her industry and acting experience. They also see the value of learning different styles of acting and learning the ropes in a complicated industry. Her insights are invaluable to seasoned and new actors.
FAQ
DSY Productions tries to hold extra time between sessions, but that is not always possible. We book our schedules based on the session lengths requested by our clients. So please be honest with yourself when booking – it takes a superhero to tape 6 pages in 30 minutes!
We don't want to rush you, but we must respect our other clients' time as well. We will happily work with you for as long as you need to feel satisfied with your tape, so long as it doesn't impose on another client. If you have not booked enough time and another client is waiting, you may have to come back for another session.
At the same time, we don't encourage over booking as you are financially responsible for the time you schedule. If you have any questions about how long your audition may take, feel free to contact us when you book.
You tape yourself with your own Phone or camera, while we coach & read via video conferencing.
Our virtual sessions are as close to a live taping session as possible.
Your session includes coaching, reading, and technical support (best eye line, sound, lighting advice, etc.).
You will need to send us your material ahead of time and we will send you a virtual link.
You will need to do the upload.
For self-tapes in our studio, if there is editing needed, DSY will do it. We shoot tapes to minimize the need for editing saving you time and money. For virtual taping, you will be doing your own editing.
If you prefer to edit and upload your auditions yourself, you can bring a SD card or a USB drive and we will upload the raw files to your drive to take home.
If you would like us to upload your audition, it is vital that you have your USERNAME & PASSWORD for any and all websites you need to upload to. If it is going to your agent or manager, DSY Productions will need their emails.
If you need any additional materials uploaded, emailing those to us ahead of time will save time (and money).
Be aware if there added notes that need to be included (where you are located, if you will be a local hire, if you are vaccinated, etc.), it saves time to have those available and ready so we can submit. However, we can upload your audition without submitting it, and you can add those notes later and submit it on your own, if you prefer.
Are you ready to get
BOOKED and be REMEMBERED?
Contact