9AM A Conversation on Craft: Casting Directors

This week’s session begins a four-week exploration of other roles in production in a series called “A Conversation on Craft.” This week, we learn specific techniques for casting and working with casting directors.

LJ Stevens has been a casting director for more than 20 years, helping directors cast actors in films, television and theater. This week, Larry Jordan talks with LJ about:

• What does a Casting Director do?
• What do producers and directors need to know to work most efficiently with a casting director?
• What do producers need to know when negotiating contracts?
• How is a casting session organized?
• What techniques allow directors to run a casting session efficiently, yet still find the best talent?
• What do actors need to know for a successful casting session?
• What materials should actors prepare for an audition?

If you are responsible for finding talent for your next project, or if you are an actor looking to improve their prospects, you need to watch this session. (And remind your friends to watch, as well.)

AUDIENCE

This beginner-level session requires only an interest in learning more. Be sure to bring questions for the Live Chat during the presentation. The only thing you need is a Browser to watch the show.