What is studioReeL?
StudioReel is an all-inclusive Los Angeles acting demo reel production combining professional coaching with cinematic scene filming. In partnership with Rapid Reelz, actors create polished, scene-based footage designed for casting and agent submissions.
Next Filming Dates: Nov 22 & Dec 10
(You will be assigned a time on one of those dates.)
Only $395 per scene -- add as many scenes as you need!
Package Includes:
• Zoom scene coaching to elevate your on-camera performance
• Professional scene partner and scene selection guidance
• Private filming session with a professional crew, location, cinema camera, lighting, and sound
• Professionally edited, color-corrected demo reel scene ready for casting submissions
StudioReel
StudioReel
Highlights
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
SCENE SELECTION
Register then choose from our curated scene options or submit your own for approval.
COACHING
Work with Director Walid Chaya in a Zoom session to prepare your performance.
FILMING
Attend a private filming session with a professional scene partner and film crew.
PRODUCTION
Receive a professionally edited, color-corrected scene ready for your demo reel.
BOOK YOUR SCENES
PART 1
COACHING
After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a downloadable Welcome Handbook to help you prepare.
Your first session is a group Zoom coaching with Director Walid Chaya, focused on scene work and filming prep. Tentatively scheduled for Thursday, November 19 at 6:00 PM PT; the Zoom link will be closer to the date.
PART 2
FILMING
Please save both dates: Nov 22 & Dec 10. You will only be scheduled to shoot on one of those dates, with your specific call time assigned once the schedule is finalized.
You’ll be scheduled for a private 2-hour appointment per scene, which includes final preparation and a 30-minute on-set shoot. The filming address will be emailed closer to the shoot date.
MEET OUR TEAM
WALID CHAYA
Co-Founder of StudioReel & Director of Studio For Performing Arts LA
Walid is an award-winning director, actor, and acting coach based in Los Angeles. His clients appear in major films, TV shows, national commercials, and theatre productions. He has guided countless actors from training to reel production, helping them book work and sign with representation.
RAPID REELZ
Film Production Company
Since 2009, Rapid Reelz has been creating content for actors with an emphasis on story, character, and production quality. The first in the business to offer full scene coverage, a collaborative writing process, and a huge roster of veteran actors and filmmakers to enhance your scenes, Rapid Reelz has and always will be at the cutting edge of content creation.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
Jonathan B.
“If you need a reel, this is the place to go. These guys are extremely professional and have their stuff down to a science.”
Unati M.
“The scene was just what I was looking for and the quality is great!”
Jessica B.
"Everyone's a professional and I just just get to be present...I also like how the set is very intimate."
COACHING
COACHING
COACHING
COACHING
CLIENT BOOKINGS & CREDITS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
After registering, you’ll choose from curated scene options or submit your own for approval. Scenes should fit your skills, personality, and casting type, regardless of original gender or age, as long as they make sense. Small edits (such as changing names or pronouns) are welcome.
Actors may film as many scenes as needed. We typically recommend three scenes for beginners to create a well-rounded reel showcasing comedy and drama, ideally in both business/office and personal/home settings. More seasoned actors often maintain seven to ten scenes, mixing leading, co-star, and supporting roles as their careers grow.
StudioReel includes group-based Zoom coaching led by Director Walid Chaya, with individualized feedback for each actor during the session. You’ll also receive on-set coaching between takes to help capture your strongest performance.
Actors should be fully familiar with their scene by the Zoom coaching session. Think of this as learning the lines rather than simply memorizing them, so you can stay present and flexible on camera.
Absolutely. Every StudioReel package includes a scene partner provided by our team as part of our all-inclusive service. There’s no need to cast or bring another actor—we take care of everything so you can focus on your performance. If you’d like to perform with a friend, they must first register for StudioReel.
You’ll receive a call sheet by email with your exact arrival time and schedule. Each scene includes a private 2-hour appointment, with approximately 30 minutes of on-set filming per scene. Most actors capture three or more takes per scene, with on-set coaching provided between takes to refine performance. Actors who book multiple scenes will have separate filming blocks and should expect to be on site for more than two hours total.
Actors are responsible for hair, makeup, and wardrobe, with wardrobe choices reviewed during Zoom coaching. Please bring any simple props needed for your scene (e.g., notebook, folder, pen).
If you book more than one scene, all scenes are scheduled on the same filming day whenever possible. Each scene receives its own dedicated filming block, allowing time for preparation, wardrobe changes, and resets between scenes. Your call times will be emailed in advance, and you should plan to be on set for the full duration of your scheduled blocks.
After filming, you will receive your takes and be asked to select one preferred take — or specific moments from one or two takes — for a clean, simple edit. Because StudioReel is designed as a streamlined program, edits focus on basic scene assembly and polishing rather than complex revisions. Final edited scenes are typically delivered within 2–3 weeks after production and are ready for casting profiles, reels, and submissions. Additional or more detailed editing requests may be available directly through Rapid Reelz for an additional fee.
Yes. An acting reel is one of the most important tools agents and casting directors use to evaluate your on-camera ability, type, and range. While no reel guarantees representation or bookings, professionally produced scenes strengthen agent submissions, casting opportunities, and overall marketability in Los Angeles.
Yes. You should be fully familiar with your scene by the Zoom coaching session, not waiting until the last minute. Think of it as learning the lines rather than simply memorizing them—so you understand the scene, stay present, and respond naturally on camera.
StudioReel follows a preset schedule to keep the program streamlined and affordable. Participants are asked to keep both listed filming dates available, as you’ll be confirmed for one of those dates once scheduling is finalized. The group Zoom coaching session takes place before filming and cannot be rescheduled. If you miss the scheduled coaching session, it is your responsibility to arrive fully prepared to set.
You are welcome to book an additional private 1-on-1 Zoom coaching session with us if you’d like extra preparation, but participation in the group coaching is not repeated or moved.Yes. StudioReel is designed for actors of all experience levels—from beginners creating their first professional reel to seasoned performers looking to expand their range, add new character types, update outdated footage, or rebalance their reel (for example, adding more comedy, drama, business, or relationship-driven scenes).
Actors may combine StudioReel-produced scenes with professional bookings, student films, or indie projects as their careers grow, keeping their reels current and competitive over time.
Yes. Actors ages 7 and up may participate. After registering, please email us to request age-appropriate kids scene options to get started. For younger actors, we strongly recommend booking a private coaching sessions with Walid (in addition to group Zoom coaching) ahead of filming to ensure they are fully prepared before reporting to set. View our Kids page for upcoming children's programs.