Description
Source, evaluate, and recommend performers for stage, television, radio, and film productions by scouting live and online, reviewing submissions, and coordinating pre-screens and auditions with casting teams.
- • Review performer materials, such as photos, reels, resumes, links, and social profiles, to identify prospects for auditions.
- • Analyze scripts, breakdowns, and casting briefs with producers or casting directors to define talent requirements.
- • Curate and present shortlists of candidates with notes on fit, availability, and strengths for final selection.
- • Conduct initial auditions, interviews, and self-tape reviews to assess skills and role alignment.
- • Maintain an up-to-date talent database with specialties, credits, contact details, and availability.
- • Distribute sides and audition information; brief talent on role specifications and submission guidelines.
- • Liaise with agents, managers, and casting teams to coordinate outreach, feedback, and next steps.
- • Attend theater, showcases, festivals, classes, and online platforms to discover emerging talent.
- • Coordinate holds, callbacks, and session schedules; relay preliminary terms and logistics to representatives.
- • Notify agents and performers of opportunities and schedule audition times and callbacks.
- • Recruit and supervise assistants or freelance spotters to broaden search coverage.
- • Arrange and facilitate screen tests, chemistry reads, and showcase events for prospects.
- • Source background performers, stand-ins, and photo doubles through direct contact or agencies as needed.
- • Organize open calls and digital casting campaigns to expand the talent pipeline.
- • Track market trends, diversity goals, and regional pools; report insights to inform casting strategy.
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Arts, Entertainment, & Design
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
