Stop stressing and start playing! Come join us this #SelfTapeMay!
IT'S GONNA BE
MAAAAY!
We're back! It's time to be in COMMUNITY and ELEVATE together. Experience what it is like to be a casting director & watch over 100 self-tapes in 5 weeks while learning tips and tools to tackle your next audition.
Sending out self-tapes but not sure
if they are ACTUALLY working?
Most actors struggle with this. You hit submit and then you wait. You're never sure if you're doing "too much" or "not enough."
#SelftapeMay is the eye-opening master class for YOU. You'll learn what separates a competitive tape from one that gets passed over, and you'll stop relying on friends or AI to tell you if it's "good."
What Happens If You Don't Fix This?
You might be trained and talented. But if you don't know how to capture that in your self-tape, you'll never get a chance to prove it.
Skipped Before
You're Even Seen
Casting Directors watch dozens of tapes per role. Anything technically off — poor framing, bad audio — and your tape gets passed over in seconds.
Losing Roles to
Less Talented Actors
It happens every day. A less skilled actor gets the callback because their tape was clean, confident, and technically strong.
The Same
Frustrating Cycle
Submit. Wait. Silence. Repeat. Without understanding what's actually holding you back, nothing changes. This course breaks that cycle.
5 Weeks. 5 Challenges.
ONE BONUS GIFT FOR YOU
Click each card to reveal how we help you master each challenge.

Horror / Action
Horror / Action
Action in scenes is like Goldilocks—balance is key. Horror requires authentic fear without telegraphing the scare. We'll help you find the sweet spot between physical commitment and emotional truth when the stakes are life or death.
We'll answer questions like:
- "Can I use a prop? Some CDs don't like them."
- "I'm supposed to be still in front of camera, right?"
- "Do I ignore the action or do it all?"

Period Piece
Period Piece
Period work requires transformation without letting the costume wear you. We'll show you how to embody a different era, making historical behavior feel natural and grounded, rather than like a museum piece.
We'll answer questions like:
- "Do I need to change my voice or way of speaking for authenticity?"
- "Do I soften my modern mannerisms or commit fully to the roughness?"
- "Should I research the time period or just focus on the script?"

Comedy
Comedy
Comedy is technical. The funniest performances come from playing the truth of the situation, not trying to be funny. We'll help you master the difference between "getting a laugh" and "playing comedy" on camera.
We'll answer questions like:
- "Can I add my own jokes or do I have to stick to the script exactly?"
- "How do I know if I'm doing too much?"
- "Should I try to be funny or just play it straight?"

Recurring
Recurring
You're more than a one-off, but not a Series Regular. Recurring characters must serve the story across multiple episodes while making an impact. Learn to create a memorable character that doesn't overshadow the leads.
We'll answer questions like:
- "How much backstory should I create if I'm only in three episodes?"
- "Do I make big choices or play it smaller since I'm not a series regular?"
- "How do I stay consistent when I'm shooting episodes out of order?"
Vertical Drama
Vertical Drama
Vertical dramas demand maximum impact in minimal time. With tight close-ups and rapid storytelling designed for phones, there's nowhere to hide. We'll teach you to command attention in 60 seconds or less.
We'll answer questions like:
- "Do I play bigger since people are watching on tiny screens?"
- "How do I build a character arc when each scene is only a minute long?"
- "Is this just social media acting or does it count as real screen work?"
What's My Frame?
The Framing Course
Receive lifetime access to our newly re-designed framing course. Packed with all the tools your traditional actor training left out.
What You Will Get:
(2 Per Each Challenge)
You Develop Your Own Eye
Downloadable & Yours To Keep
Access All Sessions After Class
Reclaim Your Creativity
Will I receive feedback
in every class?
No, but you will receive feedback at least a couple of times.
Selected tapes will be used to highlight lessons. We want to arm you with the tools to take ownership—no more "actor guru" mentality.
Choose Your Path
Audit Student
- Private Sides (10)
- Attend All 5 Live Classes
- Live Q&A and Community Access
- NO Tape Reviews in class
- NO What's My Frame? Access
Participating Student
- **2 LIVE Tape Reviews**
- **LIFETIME Access** to What's My Frame? Self-Led Course
- Private Sides (10)
- Attend All 5 Live Classes
- Live Q&A and Community Access
Meet Your Coaches
Anna LaMadrid
Master Coach & FounderBest known for **The Rehearsal** (HBO). Owner of Put Me On Self-Tape. MFA from University of Washington.
Alyshia Ochse
Actor & HostBest known for **True Detective** (HBO). Author & Podcaster. Featured in **The Other Black Girl** (Hulu).
ARE YOU READY
TO HAVE FUN?
Re-discover and reclaim your
creativity with your self-tape auditions.
Get in community and be inspired.
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