Self-Tape Checklist EN

Self-Tape Checklist & Setup Card | TALENTiQ

A clear, professional self-tape starts before you press record.

The TALENTiQ Self-Tape Checklist & Setup Card helps you prepare your recording space, check your technical setup and submit your tape with greater confidence — even when you are filming alone.

Designed as a practical resource you can print and keep nearby, it brings the essential technical checks into one place.

Inside the PDF:

• Setup diagrams: Visual guidance for camera, key light, fill light, background and eyeline.
• Camera & framing: Guidance on camera position, framing, resolution and focus.
• Lighting: Tips for soft frontal light, consistent colour and avoiding distracting shadows.
• Sound: Microphone placement, room noise and playback checks.
• Background & eyeline: Create a clean frame and position your reader correctly.
• Solo filming: Practical reminders for recording without someone physically present.
• Final checklist: Review your slate, takes, export settings, file name and submission link before sending.

The guide also includes a final “last look” check: Can the viewer see your eyes, hear every word and focus on your performance?

Who is it for?

Actors preparing self-tapes for auditions who want a repeatable setup and a reliable pre-submission routine.

Format: Three-page digital PDF with a setup card and printable checklist.

Language: English.

Casting instructions always take priority over general guidance in this checklist.