Casting Assistant
Casting Assistant
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Job ID 10086075 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Studios Date posted Apr. 08, 2024Job Summary:
Searchlight is looking for a phenomenal Casting Assistant to join the Searchlight team. If you are passionate, interested in learning, and meet the basic qualifications, please apply!
Responsibilities
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Provide daily administrative support for the SVP of Searchlight Feature Casting
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Manage calendar, handle phones, and prepare meeting materials
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Complete expense reports and keep detailed records
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Coordinate domestic and international travel
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Coordinate all internal meetings
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Create and maintain project contacts
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Track talent and materials from submissions and general meetings
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Check actor availabilities by corresponding with talent representatives
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Create and maintain Master Lists, Project Lists, Mosaics and Casting Grids
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Continuous update of casting database and troubleshooting of any technological issues
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Assist SVP with hiring casting teams by liaising with other departments such as Casting Administration, Finance, Production, Legal, and Studio Technology
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Liaise with legal on any relevant issues that arise during the casting process
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Help implement evolving protocols and procedures as well as communicate these to casting teams
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Work with casting teams to ensure they submit necessary documents throughout the casting process
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Help facilitate the internal casting process by assisting with scheduling sessions, self-tape appointments, running camera if needed, troubleshooting equipment, and uploading tapes
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Create session sheets, sides, status lists, and flyers for internal casting
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Assist with outreach for internal casting, if necessary
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Representing the department in a professional manner
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Supporting and collaborating on departmental ad hoc projects, as needed
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Reading and breaking down scripts
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Liaise and manage communications with filmmakers, creatives, production teams, and Studio partners
Additional qualities:
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Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and self-manage as priorities change
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
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Positive attitude and the ability to be proactive, resourceful, and flexible
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Strong people skills, including the ability to work effectively as part of a team
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Ability to take initiative and work with limited direction as well as maintaining discretion in handling highly confidential information
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Detail-oriented, technologically proficient, ability to multi-task, and prioritize work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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Ability to work well and maintain professionalism under pressure.
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Strong skills and proficiency with Mac, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, iMovie, Cast It, Qwire, Fast Capture, QuickTime, Zoom, Slack, Adobe Acrobat
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Knowledge of SAG rules and protocols is a plus
Basic Qualifications:
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Minimum of 1 year experience as a Casting Assistant or with a Casting Company or Studio In-House team and interest in a career in casting
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $57,900.00 to $77,500.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Last Date For Apply: 2024-07-09 00:00:00 Job Type : FULL_TIME, Employment Type : FULL_TIMEApply Here