Casting Director

undefined ago • All levels • $100,000 PA - $130,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Casting Director identifies, auditions, and selects talent for film, television, theater, or commercials. They collaborate with producers, directors, and writers to align talent with the project's creative vision. Responsibilities include managing the entire casting process, from creating calls to negotiating contracts, ensuring a diverse and suitable cast for high-quality entertainment.
Must have:
  • Collaborate with producers, directors, and writers to understand casting needs and character profiles.
  • Prepare character breakdowns and distribute casting calls to agents, managers, and the public.
  • Organize and conduct auditions, screen tests, and callbacks.
  • Maintain a database of actors and industry contacts.
  • Provide casting suggestions based on experience, screen presence, chemistry, and availability.
  • Negotiate contracts and schedules with talent agents and legal teams.
  • Ensure diversity and inclusion are considered in the casting process.
  • Coordinate logistics for casting sessions, including studio bookings, reader selection, and filming auditions.
  • Stay current with trends in acting and discover emerging talent.
  • Manage casting budgets and timelines.
Good to have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Film, Theater, Communications, or a related field
  • Experience across multiple formats (TV, film, theater, digital media)
  • Existing network of talent agents and managers
  • Bilingual - Chinese / English

Job Details

Company Overview:

Snail, Inc. is the leading independent global developer and publisher of digital entertainment. Interactive Films is a dynamic and innovative production studio under Snail Inc. dedicated to creating and broadcasting compelling and engaging short-form narrative content such as vertical web series, FMV, etc. We are committed to delivering high-quality entertainment to audiences worldwide.

Job Summary:

The Casting Director is responsible for identifying, auditioning, and selecting talent for roles in film, television, theater, or commercials. They work closely with producers, directors, and writers to understand character breakdowns and ensure that the selected actors align with the creative vision of the project. The Casting Director manages all aspects of the casting process, from creating casting calls to negotiating contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with producers, directors, and writers to understand the casting needs and character profiles.
  • Prepare character breakdowns and distribute casting calls to agents, managers, and the public.
  • Organize and conduct auditions, screen tests, and callbacks.
  • Maintain a database of actors and industry contacts.
  • Provide casting suggestions based on experience, screen presence, chemistry, and availability.
  • Negotiate contracts and schedules with talent agents and legal teams.
  • Ensure diversity and inclusion are considered in the casting process.
  • Coordinate logistics for casting sessions, including studio bookings, reader selection, and filming auditions.
  • Stay current with trends in acting and discover emerging talent.
  • Manage casting budgets and timelines.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Casting Director, Casting Associate, or similar role.
  • In-depth knowledge of the acting industry and talent representation.
  • Strong eye for talent and ability to assess acting ability.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Familiarity with casting platforms (e.g., Casting Networks, Breakdown Services).
  • Knowledge of union guidelines (e.g., SAG-AFTRA, Equity) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Film, Theater, Communications, or a related field.
  • Experience across multiple formats (TV, film, theater, digital media).
  • Existing network of talent agents and managers.
  • Bilingual - Chinese / English

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