We are looking for a Day Casting Assistant. The Day Casting Assistant is an entry-level position whose primary job is to support Casting Directors with all aspects of their casting responsibilities as well as collaborating with talent, production, and agencies. The Day Casting Assistant will also become acquainted with the constantly changing and time-pressured daily goals of providing background performers for a spectrum of leading television shows and feature films. The Day Casting Assistant will be trained in all aspects of casting and be prepared to transition into the role of an Associate Casting Director.
At Central Casting, we help bring movies and TV shows to life by placing hundreds of Background Actors, Stand-Ins, and other roles on set every day. As the preeminent background casting company in North America, we are committed to improving how the industry works. As a division of Entertainment Partners, Central Casting offers a creative culture and competitive benefits. If you’re looking to be part of a hardworking and energetic team that helps make dreams come true, then this role may be right for you.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
At Entertainment Partners and Central Casting, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee is seen, where ideas, thoughts and perspectives are shared openly, and where fearless innovation is encouraged. Weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into who we are will drive our competitiveness by encouraging creativity and enhanced decision making.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Handle a high volume of calls without difficulty, responding quickly to client and Background Actor needs, take messages, transfer calls and general inquiry.
- Support Casting Directors by pulling photos by accurate description for clients, calling, emailing and/or texting details, call time changes, checking background availability, setting up Covid tests, fittings, and interviews.
- Communicate and notate Background Actor cancellations and make replacements as advised by production or Casting Director.
- Assist in Visiting as scheduled, a Q&A session with Casting Directors and Background Actors.
- Maintain a collaborative working relationship with casting teams ensuring client success.
- Gain knowledge of union contracts and adult and child labor laws.
- Accurately process Cast Clearances and Taft-Hartley paperwork as needed.
- Work effectively across a variety of communication channels: in-person, phone, email, and live-chat.
- Maintains a high level of professionalism when working with clients and teammates and handling extremely sensitive and/or proprietary information.
- Completes and applies training programs to uphold a high level of expertise in their role.
- Support a positive culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration.
- Optimize the use of all available resources when given a project.
- Capacity to work productively on multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environment, and on-line with quality and quick responsiveness to employees and clients while providing superior service.
- Create and retrieve documents and files when requested.
- Elevate and report background attendance and/or behavioral or client service issues.
- Participate in team and staff meetings and produce status reports.
- Attend production meetings and set visits with Casting Director as needed.
- Become proficient and knowledgeable with production paperwork – call sheets, one-liners, extras breakdowns, etc.
- Become skilled with all office systems including but not limited to phones, casting programs, computers, etc.
- Assist in providing guidance, coaching, and training to newer entry level employees.
- Cast projects as assigned under supervision of a Casting Director and/or Management.
- Observe and learn all aspects of casting in preparation of becoming an Associate Casting Director.
- Make deliveries and pick-ups as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
- Customer service experience highly desirable.
- Experience working in a fast-paced work environment preferred.
- Casting experience preferred. Film/television industry experience a plus.
- Excellent client service / people skills – ability to work with many different personality types.
- Excellent typing skills, reflecting speed and accuracy.
- Quickly grasps new concepts, ideas, and workflows.
- Effective solution-based problem-solving skills including decision making, time management and immediate prioritization of tasks as assigned.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with superior attention to detail, and the ability to organize and express ideas clearly.
- Strong working knowledge of MS Word & Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams and Zoom.
- Proven record of dependability and reliability.
- Self-starter with a positive attitude.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Work successfully in a team environment as well as independently.
- Ability to work overtime as required by business needs.
- Supporter of company goals, values, and procedures.
As full-time EP Employee you will be eligible to receive our amazing benefits package that include healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
OTHER BENEFITS AND PERKS INCLUDED ARE
- 401(k) retirement savings plan and company match.
- Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time.
- Participation in company equity plans.
- Employee Assistance Program, mental health and wellness programs.
- Training and development.
- Possibility of hybrid/flexible/schedules.
- Annual bonus and merit reviews.
The hourly rate for this position is $19 and will be commensurate with experience related to the position