Join the exciting world of entertainment: Apprenticeship program in the casting department in New York.
Are you passionate about the arts and entertainment industry? Do you aspire to be at the heart of casting for musical theater, plays, film, television, and commercials? Look no further! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic individual to join a prominent casting department in New York City for the winter/spring season.
This apprenticeship program offers a unique hybrid role, requiring the apprentice to adapt to both in-office and remote work. As an apprentice, they will be immersed in the bustling world of casting, directly contributing to various entertainment mediums’ selection and audition process.
The apprentice will be tasked with various responsibilities, providing them with a comprehensive experience in the casting field. They will assist in preparing and organizing audition sessions, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Regular contact with actors, agents, managers, and other entertainment professionals will be crucial to their role, necessitating excellent communication and networking skills.
Their daily tasks will include answering phones, handling inquiries related to casting, and conducting research to support casting decisions. Working directly under the guidance of Casting Directors, Associates, and Assistants, the apprentice will review agent submissions, create lists, and assist in the selection process for auditions. They will provide support in the audition room and undertake additional responsibilities like script reading, talent scouting, and various administrative duties.
The ideal candidate should preferably have prior experience in a casting office or agency. They must understand musical theater, plays, film/television, commercials, and pop culture. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively and professionally are essential. A high degree of discretion and confidentiality is expected, along with the ability to be proactive and work independently or as part of a team.
The apprenticeship program offers a competitive salary, with details to be discussed upon interview. More importantly, it provides an invaluable opportunity for professional growth and exposure to the entertainment industry.
This apprenticeship is not just a job; it’s a stepping stone into the vibrant world of casting, offering a hands-on experience that is both challenging and rewarding. If you are ambitious, driven, and ready to take the first step into a fulfilling career in casting, this is the opportunity for you. Dive into casting and shape your future in the entertainment industry!
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Apprenticeship Program
Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our casting department for the winter/spring season. The ideal candidate will be immersed in casting for musical theater, plays, film, television, and commercials. This hybrid role will require both in-office and remote work in NYC.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing and organizing audition sessions.
- Maintain regular contact with actors, agents, managers, and other entertainment professionals.
- Answer phones and handle inquiries related to casting.
- Conduct research to support casting decisions.
- Work directly with Casting Directors, Associates, and Assistants to review agent submissions.
- Create lists and assist in the selection process for auditions.
- Provide support in and out of the audition room.
- Undertake additional responsibilities, which may include script reading, talent scouting, and administrative duties.
Requirements:
- Prior experience in a casting office or agency is preferred.
- A strong understanding of musical theater, plays, film/television, commercials, and pop culture.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
- High degree of discretion and confidentiality.
- Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Compensation:
- Competitive salary (details to be discussed upon interview).
- Opportunity for professional growth and exposure to the entertainment industry.
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