1 Thing to Avoid When Making Your Demo Reel

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Remember: “No underscoring unless it’s the beginning or the end.” Videographer and Backstage Expert Tim Grady knows a thing or two about making a standout demo reel. He shares how underscoring isn’t always necessary on a reel, particularly when using footage from a national commercial or feature film. It’s important not to “clash” and have overlapping music.

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Tim Grady
Tim Grady created the standard format for the Musical Theater Audition Reel℠ with www.TimGradyFilms.com. Tim Grady Films specializes in college audition video submissions, as well as other theatrical and corporate video projects.
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