Audition Tape

Well, what can I say that has not already been said about Dino!!! The fact remains, he is the BEST professional video taping there is. He is an audition taping expert.
Dino is extremely professional and knows how to extract the best out of you. His studio offers a very relaxed environment. He lets you take your time to create your best and he guides you all along giving his invaluable feedback. He propels you to perfection with that kind of on the fly do-​check-​act mechanism. The constant mentoring takes the pressure off.
We were taping an audition for a submission and I was using a professional service for the first time. Before I found him, I had always self taped for submissions.
First off, he was so accommodating when it came to scheduling an appointment. I had to cancel the first one I set up online and he was so polite about it and did not make a big deal out of it. The second time, I asked him to set me up for an appointment (instead of doing so myself online) and he was too kind in doing that for me.
Second off, he only charged me for the amount of time it took to get the taping done as opposed to making me pay for the time that I had booked. I was impressed. That was the first time, I started thinking if this was really happening (in L.A. at that). Lol!!!
Next off, by the time I got home, he had already delivered the file. That was so fast. I again thought to myself, boy, is this person for real??? I wasn’t hoping to have the files delivered until after countless reminders. And the end product was so impressive!!! Wow!!! I LOVED it (meaning, I LOVED his contribution to the video)!!!
And, it seems like, I’m not the only one who was impressed, this submission did get me an in-​person audition. All thanks to Dino for his help and for his pursuit of perfection.
Thanks a million for the great work, Dino. You are amazing!!! I feel blessed, humbled and honored to have worked under your direction.
I wish you — all the success, health, and happiness in this world (and everything else that you wish for yourself) — today & forever…
May God Bless You,
May All Your Dreams Come True &
May You Soar with the Eagles!!!
Love & Hugs Galore :)

Dino is great to work with. I trust his suggestions, whether it comes to acting, attention to details and make the scene (s) as relaxed as possible. His guidance, patience, creating a relaxing atmosphere and flexibility of taking as many takes as you need to/​feel like it definitely makes him a dream professional to work on the self-​tapes. On top of it, as a casting director, he knows what to look for and how make you look good for the part. If you are in LA and need to put yourself on tape, Dino is your guy! I’m very happy I found him.

dino is awesome!!!

I have nothing but good things to say about my appointment (s) with Dino! he’s an excellent reader, has some great feedback and suggestions (super actor friendly).
I made an appointment with him, and that afternoon my agents had some notes for me and asked me to re-​tape my audition. with limited time, Dino was able to squeeze me in — seriously, he’s a champ and the end product, as others have mentioned, looks great. thanks! I’ll definitely be back whenever I need to be put on tape!!!

The reviews below should be proof enough, but Dino was great. I found him last minute on Unilocal because I had to submit for a commercial, and he got me in. He let me see the audition to pick my best shot, and it turned out great. So great, that I got a callback because of it. Thanks Dino!
James

Dino was lovely and professional. Thank you! I was really late for my appointment and he still took me with grace. I did not feel rushed, pressured, nor like another transaction. He took the time to help me with my sides and get the best shots for me. Thank you so much for a friendly and professional experience.
Louis John

Dino was fantastic. He is super friendly, and great to work with. He made me feel very comfortable, and at ease with my audition.
He taped my audition a handful of times, and suggested we try it a few different ways. We then selected the best two takes together. I am very pleased with my end result. I feel great about my audition. My manager is also very pleased.
The end product looks fantastic, and looks very professional. Well lit, and nicely edited. I received my audition via yousendit e-​mail about an hour later. He will send it to your representation, or CD’s for you.
I would recommend him to anyone! Totally worth the money.
He also accepts debit/​credit which is super helpful. Ample street parking.

This is my first Unilocal review, and the reason I got on here is because Dino did SUCH an amazing job I had to tell you about it. I had a scene that had to go on camera pronto and he was incredibly professional and efficient. He has a good eye and he gets it. You cannot ask for more than that. My manager LOVED the footage and sent off immediately. Thank you Dino!

I had a fabulous experience with Dino. He works out of his home but he’s got the space all set up properly with lighting and a monitor — we shot at 1pm and 90 minutes later I had a great demo to send off for my potential spokesmodel gig. I hadn’t done anything like this in a super long time (I mean it’s embarrassing if I tell you how long) and he made me feel so comfortable while also providing guidance on whether or not the take was good. I really appreciated that. Super easy to work with, completely appropriate pricing, and extremely responsive/​prompt. Nice guy and professional results.

Dino is the great – he is professional, loves actors, makes you feel comfortable, and is very patient (so important). Great workflow and very reliable too.

Dino was so wonderful to do a last minute tape– on Sunday, short notice.
Lovely guy, returned my call promptly, was ready when I arrived, we shot and before I was home he had edited and emailed my audition to me and to my agent.
I found Dino through Unilocal and am I glad. His service is a good one, prices totally fair.
And he was also very helpful with direction and encouraged as many takes until I was satisfied. A keeper.

I was very pleased with the work dino did. He was efficient and helpful. I would recommend him.

I was very pleased with Dino’s service! He went out of his way to accommodate my delays due to my crazy morning. Then when I got to his studio he was just very kind and helpful during my audition. He didn’t just tape my audition, but he gave me helpful tips about my performance. He was very prompt with his service — he had my audition tape back to me within an hour or so after the taping. Dino’s studio is in a house on a corner, but he has plenty of studio equipment to get the job done. I highly recommend Audition Tape to anyone needing an audition tape done! I will definitely use Dino’s service again in the future if I need a tape done.

Thanks fellow Unilocalers! I found Dino because of you! And what a FIND he was!
First time I had to self video for an audition. After reading your reviews,& the ease of making my appt. on line, as well as his great prices!, I chose wisely!
Dino is terrific. Made me feel so relaxed & comfortable. We rehearsed a few times, he gave me some suggestions (helps to be a casting director too!), and did several takes.
Results?
My agent was absolutely thrilled with the results, as was the casting director who received the audition (all within 10 – 15 minutes!), & today it was sent to the director of the film, as casting director’s choice.
The lighting & camera work is professional. His space is adaptable for almost any kind of scene.!! I won’t go anywhere else! Thanks Dino!
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Easy format for making appointments (even last minute ones) Fast, efficient, affordable, and Dino is an all around great guy to work with.
SO glad I found this place. Will definitely be using them in the future, as well as telling everyone I know.

Auditions can be terrifying. Dino created such a warm and supportive atmosphere that I found myself relaxed enough to improvise many moments during the taping– each take felt as comfortable as a rehearsal. At no time did i feel locked in, pressured for time or anxious.
His suggestions were very helpful, his lighting and background is superb, and his editing is excellent. Thank you Dino!

I am totally impressed by Dino Ladki. He worked around my schedule and agreed to an evening session, and was completely friendly and professional. He has a wonderful eye, made some very perceptive and helpful observations which ensured that I delivered the best possible audition. I trust him completely, and deeply appreciate how relaxed he made me feel during the shoot. If you are looking to represent yourself in the best possible light, and enjoy yourself while you’re at it, go to Dino. You won’t regret it.

I had a fantastic experience working with Dino Ladki at Audition Tape. My final product looked professional, sharp, and got me flown to New York to audition for producers. I really trusted Dino’s eye and suggestions, knowing his lengthy experience as a casting director. I strongly recommend him to anyone looking to quickly put an audition on tape.