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About
SnowREELS
Cinematic, Affordable Actor Showreels – Filmed in London & Across the UK
Snowreels creates cinematic, affordable actor showreels in London and across the UK.
Filmed with professional cinema cameras, custom scripts, and relaxed direction—our three-scene showreels are built to stand out on Spotlight. Based in London, we specialise in affordable three-scene showreels, filmed in a relaxed, pressure-free environment.
By allowing actors to split the cost of the filming day, we make high-quality actor reels accessible—without compromising on creativity or performance. Every showreel is carefully crafted to showcase your strengths, using custom scripts, professional cinematography, and a process that puts you first. Whether you're new to the industry or ready for your next update, Snowreels offers actor showreels that stand out to casting directors and agents alike.
The six
SnowREELS STEPS
How we create affordable cinematic actor showreels – from script to spotlight. .
Grouping
When you enquire, we group you with other actors to build a full filming day. Lots of people come to us with friends, but if you're solo, we’ll match you with a great scene partner. This shared format makes Snowreels one of the most affordable showreel companies in the UK, without compromising on creativity or quality.
Shooting
On shoot day, we keep it low-pressure and actor-friendly. Using cinema-grade cameras and lenses, James captures scenes with a visual style that’s both cinematic and intimate. We structure the day to give time for performance, feedback, and re-takes—because we believe great actor showreels come from great direction, not stress.
Planning
Once your group is set, we pick a date and sort a location—usually someone’s home, which keeps the visuals natural and saves on studio costs. This not only gives every reel a fresh feel but also aligns with real-world settings casting directors are used to. A unique advantage of our actor showreel service is how much variety we can build into the day.
Editing
Each scene is cut by James, with creative input from the director. We fine-tune colour grading, performance pacing, and story clarity to produce reels that feel like mini-films—not stitched-together clips. Once we’re happy, you get to review the edit before final delivery. Our goal? A Spotlight-ready acting reel you’ll feel confident sending out.
Writing
Every actor gets a phone consultation with Anna, who writes all our scenes from scratch. We craft custom dialogue showreel scenes that suit your casting type, give both actors strong moments, and avoid tired tropes. It’s a personal, collaborative process—and your voice shapes the final scripts.
Delivery
You’ll receive each scene individually or as one complete reel—ready for upload to Spotlight, casting sites, or socials. We provide 4k high-resoltion and smaller social-friendly versions, and we’re always happy to tweak layout or order. Most importantly, we deliver reels that don’t just tick boxes—they elevate your casting profile.
Want to create your own cinematic actor showreel? Book your shoot now and let’s make it happen.
oUR Pricing
Affordable actor showreels – professional quality, split cost.
Our showreels are made up of three bespoke dialogue scenes, written and edited for you by us. Each scene is roughly a minute in length, adding up to a three minute reel.
The biggest barrier to a strong, three-scene actor showreel is often the cost. One actor covering a full day of filming, plus prep, location, and co-stars? It adds up fast.
At Snowreels, we’ve built our model differently—by filming in groups of four, we offer one of the most affordable actor showreel packages in the UK. Everyone gets custom scenes, professional filming, and a full edit, while only paying a quarter of the usual day rate.
The images below should help demonstrate what a showreel
filming day consists of.
For more info learn more about how our showreel process works.
Scene1
Sam & Adele
Scene 2
Adele & Stuart
Scene 3
Sam & Naomi
Scene 4
Naomi & Adele
Scene 5
Sam & Stuart
Scene 6
Stuart & Naomi
£175 per person
£150 per person
*DISCOUNTED FOR SUNDAY BOOKING
THETEAM
Writer/Actor/Director
Anna Fordham
Anna Fordham is a writer-director and professional actor with a deep love of words and a passion for creating authentic, character-driven stories. With credits spanning TV and stage—including The Athena (Sky) and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (West End)—Anna brings first-hand experience from both sides of the camera to every reel they help create.
Their work as a showreel writer is rooted in collaboration. Every script is custom-built to highlight the strengths of the performer, whether it’s a sharp piece of drama or something more understated. Anna’s understanding of casting, tone, and on-camera performance helps shape scenes that not only look cinematic, but feel genuine.
With a calm, collaborative presence on set, Anna helps actors feel relaxed and supported throughout the filming process. This commitment to actor-first storytelling is at the heart of how we create our actor showreels—always professional, always affordable, and always built with care.
Check out Anna's Top Reel Tips
Director of Photography
James Morgan
James Morgan is a Director of Photography with years of experience behind the camera and a passion for crafting beautiful, story-driven visuals. His work spans feature films, commercials, live events, and branded content—and that same cinematic attention to detail goes into every actor showreel we create.
James leads all things production at Snowreels, from camera setup to colour grading. He shoots with professional RED cinema cameras and industry-grade lenses, using creative lighting to bring every scene to life. Whether it's a romantic duologue in a living room or a tense moment in a hallway, his style is consistent: cinematic, professional, and performance-led.
Known for his calm energy on set, James ensures actors feel confident, supported, and safe—because great reels come from great environments. He brings the same ethic and care to showreels as he does to his biggest film projects.
Check out James' work at www.jamescmorgan.com
or simply browse through our reels
REEL TIPS
How to Prepare for a Cinematic Actor Showreel
Booking a cinematic actor showreel shoot can feel daunting—especially if it’s your first time on camera or your first update in years. At Snowreels, we’re here to make the process supportive, collaborative, and low-stress. Here are some practical tips to help you feel confident and get the most out of your shoot.
CHOOSING YOUR SCENES
When it comes to building actor showreels, simplicity wins. Two people. One scene. A clear moment of intention.
Anna is happy to help you work through your casting range and goals. Whether you come with strong ideas or none at all, we’ll collaborate to create scenes that feel true to you. Not sure where to start? Ask for our writing questionnaire—or check out how our process works.
OUTFITS & COSTUMING
A key part of creating cinematic showreels for actors is choosing outfits that help each scene stand out—visually and tonally.
You’ll need three different looks (one per scene). Aim for:
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Colours that pop against neutral walls
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Something you feel comfortable and authentic in
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Avoiding tight patterns or fine stripes
If you're doing a period piece or specific genre (e.g. crime, legal), let us know—we’ll work together on finding something that fits.
HAIR, & MAKE UP
For most showreels, we recommend a “less is more” approach.
Light makeup works best on camera, and the director on the day will always have de-shining tools or powder ready. For facial hair, plan your look ahead of time and schedule accordingly—scenes that need a fuller beard or stubble should be filmed earlier in the day.
Need help planning your order? Let us know—we’re happy to accommodate your look and preferences.
LINE LEARNING
Our showreel is not a memory test.
We know lines can go out the window on the day—and that’s okay. The best thing you can do is pause, breathe, and start again from the last clean line. That makes it easy for us to cut around and preserve any golden takes.
All of our reels are a mix of actors best takes on the day.
Ready to Film Your Acting Showreel?
We create cinematic showreels for actors who want to feel prepared, relaxed, and fully supported.
Whether you're just starting out or refreshing your Spotlight profile, we’re here to help you create something original, collaborative, and truly professional.
