Have you ever heard terms like “self-tape”, “pencilled” or “on hold” and thought - wait, what does that actually mean?

Because in this industry, there’s a lot of language that gets thrown around - and if you’re new to it, it can feel confusing, overwhelming… and honestly, a bit intimidating.

In this episode, I break down the key acting terms you’re likely to hear - across auditions, training and on set - and explain them in a clear, simple way that actually helps you use them.

This is a really practical one - whether you’re a young actor just starting out, or a parent supporting your child through auditions and training.

We cover:

• audition terms like self-tapes, slates, recalls, being pencilled and availability checks
• training terms like showreels and workshops
• on-set language you might hear when you step into professional work

If you’ve ever felt unsure of the “industry language” - this will help you feel more confident, more informed, and much more in control of the process.

And if there’s a term you’ve heard and still don’t understand, send it in - I’d love to include it in a future episode.

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