First Take: Self-Tape Workshop for Actors, Filmmakers & Creators + Mixer

​Presented by La Femme Lens × Unlimited Self Tapes
Saturday, January 31, 2026

​Join La Femme Lens and Unlimited Self Tapes for our First Take Workshop, led by SAG-E actress and acting coach Alexandra Bernal.

​About Alexandra Bernal

​Alexandra is a working actress and founder of Unlimited Self Tapes in Los Angeles. Her credits include ABC’s General Hospital, FOX’s Gotham & various film and theatre productions.

​She has worked as both an audition monitor for casting directors and a talent manager’s assistant, giving her a unique 360º understanding of the audition process. Alexandra specializes in self-tape technique and bilingual coaching (English/Spanish), helping performers build confidence and book more work.

​Workshop: Self-Tape Mastery

​Get an inside look at what makes a professional, callback-ready self-tape or on-camera submission.

​What You’ll Learn

​• Technical Foundations
Proper framing, lighting, sound, and equipment recommendations for all budgets.

​• On-Camera Skills for Actors
How to deliver grounded, compelling performances on tape.

​• On-Camera Tips for Non-Actor Creatives
Writers, directors, filmmakers, producers — learn how to confidently present yourselves for grants, pitch videos, and artist statements.

​• Scene Work
Group work on a short scene covering script analysis and character choices.

​• Q&A
Get real, practical answers from someone actively booking and coaching in the industry.