Great setup, super sound ! Steve is a brilliant actor, just…read moreworking with him as a scene partner will elevate your audition. He's a total pro so every minute of your time is productive. It's a really smart investment if you want to up level a self tape!

What I love about this place as they were able to fit me in at the last moment, which was great…read morecause sometimes auditions are last moment and good quality, taping, and good coaching. I will totally be back.

I recommend Hot Shots! My auditions were vague and general before checking out a self-tape class…read morehere, even after going to a handful of other schools and classes. Since joining, I have a strong technique and approach that is applicable for film/tv auditions, callbacks, and being on set. If you're like me and you want to stand out in your auditions, looking for something new, then try Hot Shots.

I normally don't write reviews but I had to write one for Hot Shots because of its unmatched…read moreprofessionalism and quality of service. I've been to quite a few self taping businesses since I've been in L.A. and none of them come close to Hot shots. Jonathan is awesome and works extremely well with actors. It helps that he's an actor himself and that he is able to speak in actor's language. When you work with him he says all the right things that can take you where you need to go with your material. The conversation is always grounded in what is happening in the scene. I was referred to him by my manager after having a day's notice for a self tape. I went to his website booked an appointment for a self tape with coaching and Jonathan immediately responded. It was a fruitful experience and well worth the cost. I paid the extra $15 for a quick turnaround and received the final cut within a couple of hours! To top it off, my manager and agent commented on how well the tape came out. I highly recommended Hot Shots Self Taping to any actor that is seeking quality material! Lastly, if you find yourself needing reel material you should hit this place up as well. Jonathan and Yasmeen are extremely talented at what they do and make sure that the work you create is well suited for tv and film!

I feel so lucky that I found this place. On Your Side Taping is the perfect name as that's exactly…read morehow Tara makes you feel. She's an artist and actor but a true professional who understands the importance of stellar service and her expertise and coaching is worth every penny. The studio is clean, modern, and with great lighting. It's far from where I live but I go anyway because she delivers, and plus, we have a great time.

I needed to record a tape quickly and Tara made me feel really comfortable and confident in the…read morespace. She is a great reader and it really made a difference. Fast editing and great quality. Will definitely be back.

This was the first great experience I've had at a tape studio. James is supportive, has a good…read moresense of humor and knows the process from your arrival to upload. I was able to forget myself and be the character. Highly recommend!

Great experience at my first time at The Selftape Creative Studios! James was efficient, helpful,…read morepunctual, and supportive. Parking was available in the back. We had 4 scenes - 7 pages, and was able to get through it in 50 minutes for our hour session, which left some room for editing to be done. Felt comfortable and was able to get into character at my pace. I highly recommend. The studio was able to see me in a 48 hour notice which was a great cushion. Had a great session and would definitively tape at The Selftape Creative Studios again. Thank you and have a great week!

Wish I could add stars for Demi and Stella Self Tape Studios. My first time utilizing help for…read moreself-tapes, and my experience today was above and beyond. Extremely professional atmosphere, and yet, a playful, creative environment for risk-taking. Demi's notes were very helpful, and I can't wait to work with her studio again.

Posted the same review on Google This place is great…read more We had an amazing experience today. My 6 year old had a 2 scene selftape to do, and we got it done including the slate in a very productive 45 minute session. My daughter had time to do several takes of each scene for some options and we never felt rushed. She wasn't nervous and felt totally at home. The prices are reasonable and the person we worked with was AMAZING. The files were edited and sent to me within the 45 minute session and we got to watch them back. 2 solid takes for each scene. Perfect.

I've been a working actor since '93, and I've been Blessed to have lines with some really Talented…read moreArtists. So I put my Trust in "Smashcut Productions" to do a Great job ! Then on January 27th I emailed an order to Thomas Leshner, at SmashCut Productions to make my new 3 min Demo Reel. A few days later, he said talk to you soon... And I never heard from him again. I sent an email on the 19th of February, and still no response...really Professional !!

Technology is pretty cool…read more As a New York based actor I was able to easily communicate with TW about my needs for my reel and pulling clips for my website. TW made what can and has been a sometimes difficult and frankly untenable part of being an actor, putting together a reel, easy and enjoyable. I simply gave TW the markers for my video, some basic conceptual ideas, and a link to a dropbox folder and TW handled the rest. Regardless of where you are as a working actor geographically Smashcut can work for you.

This was hands down the best self tape experience I've ever had. Matt went above and BEYOND to help…read moreme get the best performance possible. Visually, I was so pleased as well, with the takes turning out well lit, flattering and with a clean back drop. We ran my scenes many times as he was incredibly generous with coaching. I did my first session in the evening and he even went as far as to allow me to come back the morning afterward when I wanted to make a few minor tweaks to my work. By the time I sent in my tapes, I felt so peacefully proud of the work I did and the quality of the shots. I will most definitely be calling Self Tape Studio again and am recommending to all my fellow actors.

Matt is THE BEST, super warm friendly. I had a specific prop I wanted for the audition and he went…read moreout of his way to get it for me. He edited my tape and submitted it for me in studio so I didn't have to worry about it. Great coaching, great notes, and overall just a comfortable environment. WILL be using him consistently in the new year!

Paul is simply the best. He's been in my career for many many years and just knows how to further…read morethe potential of your foot footage

I'm writing this after my first collaboration with Paul on my Acting Demo Reel. And YES: It was…read moreindeed a collaboration! Although I came in with some ideas of what I wanted, Paul was able to see things I hadn't seen -- and create so much magic, I am now PROUD to share my Reel with professionals in the business! Paul works out of a tiny office that looks like some mad scientist's place: There are discs and notes everywhere! His mind works like an editor's: He has an eye on how to edit the footage and manipulate your dialogue to favor YOUR work; to make YOU the star of your Reel. He works efficiently so his rate does not end up being expensive. But even then, I must say: His work is worth every penny! I cannot wait to come back to Paul's Video with more footage! And I am so thrilled to have found to my go-to editor in LA!