Before an actor gets his or her part, the casting director makes a shortlist of actors that has been envisioned by the film director to possible play the parts in his film project. The shortlist can also come from recommendation from various talent managers from film, TV and stage. It is therefore important that that the casting director maintains a wide network of contacts in the film industry, including the Screen Actors Guild which governs the working conditions of actors in the country. The casting director is also tasked to negotiate the terms and compensation with the actors, from lead to extras. A resume can benefit with a portfolio of casting projects done.
Casting Director Resume Template
Quentin F. Lawrence
Yorba Linda, Orange, CA
Phone: 657-354-8856
Objective
To be a casting director for a major movie studio or a theater production company
Summary of Qualification
- More than 12 years of experience as casting agent, then as a casting director for a major film studio.
- Portfolio of casting made for a series of films available on interview.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, writing and organization skills
Career Experience/Job History
2004 – Present: Assistant Casting Director, Universal Studios
- Contact talent managers and agents often on short notice for actor’s availability and project assignment
- Audition actors on the shortlist to play the leas parts
- Conduct local or nationwide casting for any role if current crop of actors and actresses on the shortlist are not available or have too high salary demands.
- Negotiate contracts between actors or their agents and the film studio.
Education
1997 – Present: In-house training and seminars on people management, negotiation skills and contract management.
1993 – 1997: Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration, New York State University
Professional reference will be furnished upon request