It can be incredibly handy to have certain clothing items for self-tapes.
Keeping a small portion of your closet devoted to clothes for auditioning that are kept clean and pressed can save time and panic later.
Here are just a few to consider..
Basic Commercial:
Before getting into character types, it’s important to have a few basics.
For commercial auditions, this will typically be something in a solid color, and on the more cheerful side.
Think of the “family friendly” version of you.
Basic Theatrical:
Same idea as commercial, but a more serious look.
This might mean darker or more muted colors, possibly longer sleeves, something that makes you feel grounded.
- Mom/Dad:
Having a parental look will go a long way for commercial auditions and day players.
A solid cardigan or polo shirt you can throw on to look approachable and relatable can easily suggest the role. Maybe have a pair of glasses handy. You want a slightly more conservative look for this one.
- Flirty/Seductive:
If it’s in your wheelhouse, having a flirty ingenue or vampy look might be something to consider. It’s a fine line to walk, as you still want to look professional. Hair and makeup can also go a long way here.
- Dystopian/Gritty:
Get yourself that grungy gray tank top or noticeably worn tee. Having an appropriately lived-in looking jacket (army green, brown, or other darker earth tones) might also be a good idea.
- Professional White Collar, putting together a look with a blazer or suit with a tie can suggest a lawyer, CEO, detective, accountant or any type of white-collar professional.
- Professional Blue Collar, on the other side of the spectrum, a nice denim shirt that you can roll up the sleeves can easily transform you into a farmer, hometown clerk, etc.
- Scrubs, bring on the medical dramas! If you don’t have actual scrubs (though they can often be found in uniform stores) a solid color v-neck shirt can suggest a nurse or technician. A lab coat might be good to have on hand if you can find one.
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Great stuff as always, Tammy Hunt! If the actor wears glasses, should they remove for a self-tape if there's a possibility of a glare?
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Just make sure the glare is not present in the angle of which the camera is positioned
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Thanks as always, Tammy Hunt !
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These are also good items to have on hand for background/extra work. NU especially has to provide multiple options.
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I like to film self tapes wearing a top hat! It helps me feel comfortable on screen. I haven't booked many gigs but I hope to get more into acting this year :)