Description
Lead the casting process for film, television, theater, and commercials by identifying, auditioning, and recommending performers for roles in collaboration with producers and directors.
- • Break down scripts and collaborate with producers and directors to define character specs and casting needs.
- • Review headshots, resumes, reels, self-tapes, and union status to determine audition invitations.
- • Issue breakdowns and coordinate audition invitations and schedules with agents and actors.
- • Plan and run auditions, callbacks, and chemistry reads to assess fit for roles.
- • Design and film screen tests; manage self-tape guidelines and submissions.
- • Recommend shortlists and cast performers, securing approvals from producers and directors.
- • Initiate offers and coordinate deal terms with agents and business affairs.
- • Maintain databases of talent, including specialties, credits, demos, and availability.
- • Liaise among directors, producers, actors, and agents throughout the casting process.
- • Scout talent by attending showcases, theater, festivals, and by viewing new releases and reels.
- • Hire and oversee casting associates, assistants, and session runners.
- • Cast principal and day-player roles; coordinate with extras casting for background, stand-ins, and doubles.
- • Distribute sides and role briefs; communicate casting requirements and logistics.
- • Manage casting calendars, session logistics, and budgets.
- • Track casting progress and ensure union and production compliance requirements are met.
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Arts, Entertainment, & Design
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
