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Professional custom showreel scenes & self tapes for actors

Unlock Your Acting Potential with Our Premier Showreel and Self-Tape Service in London!

What we do

At Self-Tape.co.uk, we’re here to get you noticed with high-quality showreels and self-tapes, all at prices that won’t make you wince.

Every shoot is designed to put your skills front and centre—no fluff, just a solid representation of your talent.

Need new representation to level up?

Ready to impress casting directors and land those auditions?

Got a new accent or skill you want to showcase?

We’ve got you covered. With our tailored scenes and expertly crafted tapes and studio reels, you’ll have everything you need to stand out and push your acting career forward.

Why choose us?

We don’t just create self-tapes and showreels—we create ones that stand out.

With years of experience, we’ve worked with actors across the UK to produce scenes that grab attention.

AND WE’RE ACTORS TOO.

We know it’s about more than just being seen—it’s about leaving an impression. With our knowledge of what casting directors are looking for, we help you make sure your tape does just that.

When you work with us, you’re not just getting a service—you’re getting a team invested in making sure your talent gets noticed.

Click here to see for yourself

What we're up to!

Becky 💫

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Tom BK starting 2025 off in the right way 🎥

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🎬 Shooting self-tapes on location; game-changer or total chaos?

Let’s be real - we’ve all thought about taking our self-tape to the next level by filming it on location. A car for a driving scene? A forest for that monologue? Sounds like a great way to stand out… right?

💡 Well, yes and no. Shooting on location can work brilliantly, but only if you’ve got the time, resources, and someone dedicated to helping you pull it off. Otherwise, it’s a one-way ticket to stress city, with dodgy lighting and a car alarm ruining your emotional beats.

In this video, I break down:
✨ Why keeping it simple is usually best.
✨ When shooting on location actually enhances your self-tape.
✨ A real example where it worked for me, and why it worked.

📽️ Fun fact: Casting directors care more about your performance than the backdrop. A clean, distraction-free setup at home will always do the job. But if you can pull off a location shoot like a pro, it might just make your tape pop.

Tag a friend who’s always tempted to pack up their gear and head to the nearest park! 🍃🎥

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Anne Moore Alowo 🎥 💫

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@geeth123 back in the studio!

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Eyelines can make or break your self-tape 👀

Don’t let wandering eyes or trying to look at too many different characters take the focus away from your performance.

check out this quick tip from @willaustinspace and @willaustinspace to keep your eyeline on point and your auditions professional!

Who’s guilty of overthinking eyelines? 🙋‍♂️ Let me know in the comments!

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Smashed it! 💫 @sarahday128 starting 2025 with a solid tape! 🎥

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Absolute pleasure to have Beverley Knight in the studio! 🎥

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🎬 Introducing the Duologue Reels Package! 🎭

Looking for an affordable way to update your showreel? Our Duologue Reels Package offers you high-quality footage in a controlled studio environment - without the price tag of on-location shoots

📌 What you get:

- You and a scene partner bring your A-game.
- Choose your own scene or let us help you pick.
- We shoot in our studio with high-quality cameras and lighting.
-Both actors get their own angles, shot over-the-shoulder for that extra cinematic touch!

💰 Affordable & High-Quality
Why spend more than you need to? The Duologue Reels Package gives you top-tier footage for just £85 per person, while still offering flexibility. We also offer on-location reels if you’re after a specific setting or vibe.

📅 Ready to book? Let’s make it happen! DM us or visit our website.

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🎥 SELF-TAPE TIP: MASTER YOUR FRAME 🎭

Actors, the frame isn’t there to trap or restrict you- it’s your stage, your spotlight!

Whether it’s stepping forward for an emotional close-up or pulling back to show distance, you can use the frame to amplify your performance.

❌ Standing rigid like a statue? That’s a no.
✅ Owning the space? Now we’re talking.

Watch, learn, and let your frame do the talking (or crying, or yelling - your call).

👉 Need more help? Come to the studio, and we’ll make sure your tape stands out for all the right reasons.

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First #SELFTAPE of 2025 - Pete Grimwood

🎥 Book yours now 🎥
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🎬 Kickstart Your Acting Goals with 10% Off! 🎬

This January, we’re offering 10% off all studio and showreel services at Self-Tape.co.uk. Whether you need a standout self-tape, polished monologue, or cinematic showreel scenes, we’ve got you covered.

📅 Book in January to lock in the discount—even if you’re planning to shoot later!

Don’t miss this chance to elevate your craft without breaking the bank. Let’s make 2025 your year to shine!

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Recently, we worked with a client who wanted to showcase his full range. He smashed it as a helping-hand day-player, a quirky romantic hopeful, and a menacing detective so terrifying we almost called security. His showreel now? An absolute game-changer🎥

Here’s how we help you stand out:

✨ Scriptwriting: Sarah at @daybydayproductionsuk writes bespoke scripts that’ll make casting directors forget about that time someone auditioned with a Shakespeare monologue in a full suit of armour.
✨ Location Sourcing: Whether it’s gritty, glamorous, or somewhere that doesn’t echo like a gym hall, we’ll find the perfect backdrop.
✨ Scene Partner Casting: No more dragging your flatmate who’s not an actor into this. We’ll find you a proper actor who knows the difference between a dramatic pause and forgetting their line.
✨ Direction on Set: We’ll guide your performance with a keen eye for detail, making sure every take is natural and true to you.
✨ Precision Editing: We cut and craft your footage into a seamless scene that highlights your talent and keeps the focus where it belongs, on you.
✨ Professional Filming: Shot with cinema-quality cameras because you deserve better than your mate’s phone propped up on an old Domino’s pizza box 🍕

📲 DM us or visit self-tape.co.uk to book.

Because casting directors shouldn’t need a degree in archaeology to unearth your talent from bad audio and shaky footage.

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What is it we do? Let us tell you!!

But first, watch this…

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes? Well, here’s a little peek at the chaos, the giggles, and the moments we definitely didn’t plan while filming this.

Sometimes the best bits don’t make the final cut… until now. Enjoy the bloopers, and remember: it’s all part of the process! 😅👏

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🎬 Exciting Updates for 2025! 🎬
We’ve been busy behind the scenes creating some amazing new options for actors in the new year.

👀 Keep an eye out for:
✨ Special self-tape offers
✨ Multi-angle studio monologues & duologues
✨ Fresh showreel packages to suit all needs

More details coming soon – we can’t wait to share what’s in store!

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🎥 TAPE to SCREEN 🎥

Following my recent #SlowHorses post, I thought I’d show everyone what went into the tape for Nina Gold, for the role of Small Dog.

🎬 Pro tip #1: The frame is your playground. For this tape, I started a little further back to show some physicality. It’s not just about stepping into the scene - it’s about making the casting director think, “Wow, this actor really knows how to walk AND talk!” Advanced stuff.
Aim to create some life before the scene even begins. You might not use it when you edit the tape, but it’ll set you up and get you grounded for what’s to come.

🎬 Pro tip #2: If in doubt, repurpose everyday objects as props. Here, I transformed my tripod into a gun because nothing screams “serious actor” like holding a piece of kit designed to hold a camera and pretending it’s lethal. It was surprisingly convincing... to me, at least.

🎬 Pro tip #3: Forgetting a line isn’t the end of the world. In this tape, I missed the last word of a line but decided it wasn’t worth redoing. Why? Because if casting doesn’t notice, great. If they do, I’m banking on them thinking, “Wow, what a bold, artistic choice to omit a word!” Either way, I got the role.

So, have fun with your tapes. Play with lighting, the frame, and your sheer determination to fake it until you make it. And if all else fails, I’ll be here, ready to shoot your tape for you.

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Ready for a huge CINEMATIC UPGRADE to self tapes?

Here’s what we’ve been cooking up, and what a difference it makes! 🔥 🤯

Can’t wait to make you all look better than ever in 2025, and you know as well as I do that some of you really need some help in that department ;) I kid, I kid… but not really 😜

Also, we’re going to be adding some super-affordable new packages for showreels in the new year - enquire now for early access! 🎥

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The fantastic @legitlukebooys in the studio! 💫

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We’re delighted to share this pro bono showreel featuring @emmangmonica and @roxanne___, created in support of @_place2be, a children’s mental health charity that works with pupils, families, and staff in UK schools 🎬✨

Massive shoutout to @emmangmonica for bringing us on board with the Christmas charity auction initiative. Who needs a silent night when you can spend it editing a freebie? 🫠

Not only did this project raise vital funds for @_place2be (amazing work, truly), but @roxanne__ won the ultimate Christmas gift: a chance to act alongside Emma. We’re sure she’ll cherish that forever…

Special thanks to @annieehammond for the hilarious script that brought this all to life. Seriously, if laughter is the best medicine, this script cured our exhaustion.

And let’s not forget “Pete.” Who is Pete, you ask? Great question. 🤨

Merry Christmas from self_tape_uk, and remember, it’s the season of giving (and taking 😈)! 🎄

Directed by @willaustinspace 🎥

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Ron Bottitta 🎥

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The brilliant @sineadbeary in this Studio Monologue! 💫

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Had the best time shooting this scene for the brilliant @santessarey - joined by the ever-cool @torquildeacon
😎 🥂
@the_oldlacefactory providing a wonderful location for this one!

🎭 Actors: @santessarey & @torquildeacon
🎥 Director: @willaustinspace

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Self tape MYTHS! 😮

Have a scroll ➡️ to find out about some common self tape myths!

Do YOU have any self tape beliefs that may not be helping you? Let us know ❓ and we’ll give you our take 🤔

Congratulations to @melodiekarczewski - winner of the 2021 Luke Westlake Scholarship, created by @justaddmilkjam
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In August, Melodie shot her free scene with us at @self_tape_uk - we offer a free showreel scene/shoot for each winner of the JAM Scholarship, to help actors as they complete their training and graduate.
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This scene, was written and performed by @melodiekarczewski - joined by @lucykarczewski
Directed by @willaustinspace 🎥
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Some more info about JAM and the scholarship:
“Now in its fifth year, The Luke Westlake Scholarship is an annual award set up for working class actors (BA) in their 2nd year at Drama School or University in the UK.

The winner receives over £6000 worth of financial and developmental support as they complete their training and graduate.

The scholarship was established in 2019 when we realised that many actors were being priced out of their careers before they even graduated. After spending tens of thousands of pounds on training, actors must then pay for subscriptions, plays, headshots, equipment for self-tapes and other necessities to support themselves - with those from working-class and low-income families losing out due to financial demands of the industry.

The scholarship is named in memory of Luke Westlake, a friend of JAM and a talented actor who trained with them at ArtsEd”
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