Casting Assistant

About the Job

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Respond quickly to client’s and team member’s needs by taking messages and transferring phone calls, gathering information for new business calls, and helping clients as needed.
Communicate accurate show information to talent and check talent availability as required
Support team members in the casting process by gathering background actor information including photos by accurate description for clients, checking background availability, setting up fittings or interviews, calling out details or making call time changes, etc.
Effectively serving as a member of the on-call team and fulfilling all responsibilities associated with opening the office.
Acquiring knowledge of the entire casting process including using the casting database, sequencer usage, preparing and printing vouchers.
Cast projects as assigned under supervision of a Casting Director
Assist registration process
Working knowledge of tasks associated with the voucher input and printing process
Observe and learn all aspects of casting in preparation of becoming a Casting Director
Follow company and department policies, procedures and guidelines
Other projects as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:
Experience in production or casting preferred
Experience with heavy phones is required
Strong customer service experience including serving a diverse population
Must be able to work heavy overtime with little notice