Self-tape and other services offered to you:

You have to audition by sending your self-tape video or voice recording but you do not have the facilities to do so ? We can help you ! Just schedule an appointment with us and we’ll provide camera, reader, lights and we’ll send it within an hour to you or whom it may concern.

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You are looking to work on set ? Register now in our database !

Give yourself the chance to be seen by filling out the registration form HERE

VIDEO SELF-TAPES

  • 30 sec to 3 scenes, we supply the following for 50$:
  • Audition room at our offices (close to Berri UQAM Metro station )
  • Camera and a cameraman. Reader, Total of 1 hour with upload
  • Email audition to potential client right after (casting agency, agent, producer, etc)
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VOICE AUDITIONS IN OUR SOUNDPROOF STUDIO BOOTH BY APPOINTMENT

  • For voice auditions: $30 (MP3 sent by email afterwards)

SOUND STUDIO

  • Available for recording with Source Connect or Skype.
  • For talents registered with us 60$ per hour
  • For clients: 120$ per hour
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PROFESSIONAL PHOTO SHOOT

  • With photographer Paul McIntyre once a month on a Saturday:
  • Headshot: 150$ (make up on demand)
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VOICE DEMO CLASS

Once a month on a Saturday, the voice class is given by Helene Rousse from 9h30 to 17h30 with theory, texts practice available in several languages and studio recording with a sound technician for 350$.


Check the next class info and dates on the Total Casting Facebook page or ask us by E-mail.

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DEMO VIDEO

Recording and editing of your filmed scenes and new ones ( packages on demand) $200 – $500. For more information about our services, you can email us at totalcastingmontreal@yahoo.com or CALL PAUL at 514-940-0514. See You Soon at Total Casting !

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For our self-tape service

please make an appointment by email: totalcastingmontreal@yahoo.com or by phone at: 514-940-0514. For 50$ the service includes: audition room, camera and cameraman, reader, digital transfer, audition sent by email immediately after (agent, casting director, director).

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  • 1- Find a camera.

    Webcam, smartphone, tablet, photo camera (with video option) or video camera. (!) If you use a smartphone, make sure to record your video horizontally (landscape) for better viewing.

  • 2-Make sure to have a good quality sound source.

    • Record while being indoors (otherwise you risk having the wind blow into the mic) and as much as possible eliminate any other noise sources (turn off the frig, washing machine, phone, etc).
    • Stay close to the mic. The closer you are, the better the mic will record your voice and not your surroundings.
    • You can also get a lavalier microphone, they can attach to your clothes and plug into your phone.

  • 3-Pay a special attention to framing and lighting.

    • We want to see you! Take the time to find a place with the best lighting. It is key to a clear image with good quality. If it is too dark, use some lamps to light it up.
    • Avoid windows in the background. A backlighting effect would not be advantageous to your performance.
    • A tripod is a must to film yourself. But if it is someone filming you, they have to stand still while holding the camera (no movement or zoom should be allowed).
    • You must be alone in the frame and centered.
    • While filming, try to have a neutral background with the least amount of distracting things in it.

  • 4-Identify yourself.

    • Take a few seconds to identify yourself, either before you begin a scene or in a separate take. This is necessary only if you didn’t named your file properly. (!) Full name, agency and the part you are auditioning for.
    • Try to look good, wear clothing related to your character or something neutral. Wear makeup if need be.
    • Make sure to have a good reader, ideally a friend actor, who won’t be in frame.
    • Record 2 to 3 versions of the scene, and have a different approach for each take.

  • 5-Record your video in a universal format.

    • There are plenty of options in video format (.mov, .mp4, .avi, .wmv, etc). However, not all of them are compatible with every softwares and video players. So, if you want certainty we will be able to watch your video, we recommend recording in .MOV or .MP4 format.
    • It is possible to use a certain website to convert your video in a different format. We recommend to following one, quick and easy to use : http://convert-video-online.com/
    • This website gives you also the possibility to compress your video, making it less heavier. A video should rarely exceed 300 Mo.
    • Don’t forget to name your file before sending it (ex: PROJECT TITLE_first name LAST NAME of the actor.mov).

  • 6-Send your video.

    The maximum file weight you can send by E-mail is usually 25Mo. It is preferable to use a free data sharing website. Those are easy to use and free of access, they offer a good alternative when files are too heavy to be sent by E-mail.


    Here are a few examples:

    https://wetransfer.com/ (up to 2GB)

    https://www.grosfichiers.com/ (up to 4GB)


    (!) Do not put your video on an online video watching website (youtube, vimeo, dailymotion, etc.) We won’t be able to download it or link it with the watching list of the project.


    (!) Respect, as much as possible, the deadline of submission to send in your video.


    To have a better understanding on self-tapes how to do go to our CASTING VLOG on Youtube

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fpbbqkQL-k 

You would like to get into voice work? You need a voice demo?

For character work, documentaries, phone systems, video games, or dubbing? We can help you find your voice and instruct you during a full day intensive workshop with Helene Rousse : voice over pro and casting director with over 35 years experience and Nominates times or outstanding VOICE CASTING.

Scripts provided with coaching in the morning, followed by an afternoon in studio with a professional technician. You’ll receive your demo in WAV and MP3, as individual tracks, as well as one compilation file. Edited and mixed with music as needed.


  • 5-6 different spots. Classes in French or English with scripts l in other languages as well.
  • 12 years old and over.


WHERE: Our office and studio ,two blocks from Berri Metro.


Sign up at TotalCastingMontreal@yahoo.com by securing your deposit of 50%. Only 350$ (+ taxes). Private classes are also available.

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Visit our Facebook Page or contact us to find the next available class.

Some people were born with a talent for doing voice work. However, even those talented few find it extremely beneficial to take courses in speech, voice and diction. If you have this type of training, or even if you are just starting, your next step should be to cut a voice demo. There is quite a lot of work in voice: it's a lot of fun and you could make a career out of it, or just a hobby. Once you have your voice demo, it will be your responsibility to distribute them directly to all the casting directors and studios or through a talent agent.

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Voice demos services provided by Agile Sound Studio

Private session of 4 hrs $400 or 2 hours $200. Please contact us at 514.940.0514 or totalcastingmontreal@yahoo.com to schedule an appointment.

Offer includes: Private session of 4 hours (coaching, recording, edit/mix).

  • 30 second narration
  • Characters (max 3)
  • TV/Radio commercials
  • Professional audio engineer for recording session
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