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Casting Assistant

JPA casting

New York, NY

Posted: April 19, 2022 more jobs like this More from this Employer

Freelance Job
Position: Casting Assistant (Film/TV)
Position type: Freelance (per project basis)
Rate: $160 per 8-hour day

Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of experience as a casting assistant on film and/or TV projects
- Bachelors degree in a creative-based field
- A team player who is quick on their feet and can work independently as well
- A detail-oriented multitasker with excellent organizational & writing skills
- Fluent in MAC OS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Dropbox, Google Drive, Airtable, Task management softwares
- Fluent in IMDbpro, Dropbox, Google Drive, Zoom, FastCapture, Cast It
- Fluent in casting software and platforms
- Able to effectively complete daily and weekly tasks with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable with navigating all social media platforms

Responsibilities:
- Oversee all administrative needs to support the casting process
- Assist Casting Director with list-making, checking avails, organizing reels, scheduling of sessions
- Extensive interfacing with agents & managers of all levels in NY, LA, and abroad.
- Email correspondence and project-related research
- Assist with scheduling & confirming casting sessions
- Coordinate talent sign-in at sessions on Zoom (in-person in near future)
- Help develop & maintain in-house representative & talent databases
- Circulating open call notices on social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter etc.)
- Writing script coverage for potential projects
- Stay current on emerging talent
- Duties supporting office organization

Salary
See job descriptions for day rates.

Additional Information
JPA casting provides diverse and inclusive casting for screens of all sizes. We are a subsidiary of JPA, a curated group of performance and creative experts providing historically underrepresented voices the tools and resources to amplify their stories.

Job Code: Casting Assistant 2022

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5/24/2022