Job Opportunities

Want to be a part of our team? We are looking for the below positions!

Please email your resume and cover letter to CastingDepartmentPosition@gmail.com and include the title of the job you’re applying to in the subject line.

 

CASTING ASSOCIATE

New York-based casting office specializing in reality television is seeking a Casting Associate. The Casting Associate will assume a primary role in the casting process for multiple shows, and the position will last for 8 to 13 weeks starting ASAP. The candidate should have at least 2 years experience in reality casting and be willing to travel (approx. 25%). Experience is especially important in the following areas:

 

Interviewing potential cast (Ability to use camera, lights and audio)

Ability to outreach to find potential cast

 

Responsibilities may include:

  • Creatively source qualified candidates for the diverse shows we are working on (this includes cold calling, as well as internet searches and networking)
  • Conduct extensive outreach to target the best candidates
  • Assist with finding timely and cost efficient advertising opportunities to notify potential candidates of upcoming casting events
  • Act as an internal expert further leveraging technology to create efficiencies in our casting process
  • Use discretion to screen applications and conduct first round phone or Skype interviews
  • Travel to open casting calls to conduct in person interviews
  • Provide casting director and producers with insightful recommendations regarding potential cast
  • Write one sheets for potential cast
  • Collaborate with casting director and producers in all aspects of the casting process
  • Any other duties to support office organization and the overall casting process

Qualifications:

  • At least 2 years of casting experience
  • Bachelors degree
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong writing skills
  • Detail oriented and well organized with the ability to think and communicate strategically
  • Experience in high-growth, fast-paced, deadline-driven entertainment company environment
  • A smart “go getter” who embraces continuous change
  • Must be proficient using Mac computers
  • Must be comfortable with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter etc.)
  • Interviewing
  • Video, photo, digital equipment skills, building websites, proficiency in adobe acrobat, Final Cut a bonus

To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to castingdepartmentposition@gmail.com

*Please put “Casting Associate” in the subject line

 

CASTING ASSISTANT

New York-based casting office specializing in reality television is seeking a Casting Assistant. The Casting Assistant will work in a highly collaborative office environment alongside the Casting Director, Casting Producers and Casting Associates, supporting the day-to-day operations of the office. The position is for approximately 8-13 weeks starting ASAP. Casting experience is a plus, but this could also be a great opportunity for a recent college graduate. Should be extremely detail-oriented.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Creatively source qualified candidates for the diverse shows we are working on (this includes cold calling, as well as internet searches and networking)
  • Conduct extensive outreach/research to target the best candidates
  • Office organization, scanning, filing, copying, office errands, production runs
  • Input and track important data that is crucial to the casting process
  • Support associates and producers in casting interviews by prepping equipment for casting shoots, taking notes, listening to sound, etc.
  • Review information submitted by potential cast and use independent discretion to determine if they should be booked for a follow-up call
  • Conduct in-depth pre-interview calls and use independent judgment to determine if applicants should be booked for a full interview
  • Provide casting associates and producers with insightful recommendations regarding potential cast
  • Collaborate with your casting team in all aspects of the casting process
  • Any other duties to support office organization and the overall casting process

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree
  • At least 1 year experience in reality casting
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Able to effectively oversee various tasks/subsections of the casting process with minimal oversight
  • Detail oriented and well organized with the ability to think and communicate strategically
  • Team player who is quick on their feet and is comfortable with a fast pace and variable deadlines
  • Must be proficient using Mac computers
  • Must be comfortable with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter etc.)
  • Video/ digital equipment skills

 

To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to castingdepartmentposition@gmail.com

*Please put “Casting Assistant” in the subject line of your email.