1. Location
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Base: Southgate, North London
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Accessibility: Less than a 5-minute walk from Southgate tube station.
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Parking: Available on-site if needed.
2.Booking Process
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Website: Enquire through the 'Self-Tapes' tab.
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Email: Contact at will@self-tape.co.uk.
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Phone: Call 07971049173 to arrange a session.
3. Booking Confirmation
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After Booking: You'll receive a detailed confirmation email.
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Included: Session details, location map, and an info sheet.
4. Session Duration
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Typical Length: Approximately 1 hour.
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Flexibility: Longer sessions available upon request at booking.
5. Last-Minute Self-Tapes
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Availability: Studio always ready; subject to schedule.
6. Session Times
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Availability: Daytime and evening sessions (additional £15 per out-of-hours session).
7. Arrival and Preparation
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Session Start: Discussion about scene requirements.
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Preparation: Review scene details, address any challenges.
8. Number of Takes
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Take Allowance: Unlimited takes.
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Advice: Prepare beforehand for efficient use of session time.
9. Reviewing Takes
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Option: Watch takes during session.
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Consideration: Viewing takes affects session duration.
10. Direction
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Provided: Guidance and suggestions for enhancing performance.
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Approach: Utilizing experience as an actor to explore scene nuances.
11. Auto-Cue Availability
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Available: Via iPad if needed.
12. Props
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Responsibility: Bring your own props for the self-tape.
13. Reader
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Role: Will act as your reader during the session.
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Option: You can bring your own reader if preferred.
14. Delivery Timeline
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Completion Time: Tapes delivered same-day.
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Please request a fast delivery if deadline is urgent.
15. Delivery Method
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Transfer Method: Typically sent via WeTransfer.
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Format: Files in .mov or .mp4 formats unless specified otherwise.
16. Color Grading
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Included: Color correction and grading for skin tone and lighting.
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The 'self-tape.co.uk look'
17. Audio Recording
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Equipment: Audio recorded with a Sennheiser 416 mic.
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Enhanced: Post-processing with RX9 Advanced for superior sound.
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Sync: Audio synced with video footage for quality.
18. Payment
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Method: Payments processed via card reader (Apple and Google Pay compatible).
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Receipt: Digital receipt emailed after payment.
18. Cancellation Policy
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Policy: 50% of the session will be charged if a cancellation is given under 48 hours.
19. File Retention
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Duration: We cannot guarantee we will still have your tapes on file after we have sent them. Please let us know if you have not received them and look after them carefully when you have.
Terms and Conditions
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Copyright: Self-tape.co.uk retains 100% copyright of all original showreel scenes.
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Usage: Scenes are for showreel purposes only, not for festivals or listings.
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Delivery: No rushes or unedited files provided.
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Deposit: £100, non-refundable.
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Rescheduling: Allowed once with 2 weeks' notice, £100 fee for additional rescheduling.
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Cancellation: Deposit forfeited if cancelled within 48 hours of the shoot.
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Congestion Charges: Additional charges apply for Central London locations.
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Re-editing Fee: £50 per scene.
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Filming Team: Scenes filmed by Will or an assigned team member.
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Refunds/Postponements: Deposit may be withheld; shoots may be rescheduled as needed.
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Payment: Full payment due 2 days before the shoot.
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Delivery Timeline: Aim to deliver within 2 weeks, 24-hour turnaround available for £100.
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Retention of Raw Files: Retained for 1 month post-delivery.
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Additional Costs: Travel, location, parking, and congestion charges may apply.
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Travel Outside London: Additional charge starting at £50.
Contact Us
For further inquiries and to discuss your showreel needs, please use the contact form under the showreels tab on our website.