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FILM CASTING ASSISTANT

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Job description

Freeman Casting & Associates is an established casting company, founded in 1993, providing performers, to the film and television industry. We are curators, working on various productions to help produce amazing content, by sourcing extraordinary people. Our focus is pushing creative boundaries by using a seamless communication workflow. Our team believes in accountability, transparency, and collaboration. Who we are: www.FreemanCasting.com

Position: Casting Assistant – Entry Level

· In this position, you are required to work with casting directors, talent agents, and production departments to execute film requirements.

· You will work under a project manager to help create the feel and look of performers on film sets and take directions from production.

· Should be flexible with time, based on film schedules.

· Film production experience is an asset, but not required.

· University education.

· Attention to detail, with strong skills in the following programs, will be required:

  • Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
  • GSuite (Google Docs, Slides, Drive)

· You must be a strong multitasker under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently.

· Time management skills are required to maintain a film lifestyle.

· You will be required to understand budgets and familiarize yourself with Excel formulas.

· Must be proficient in the English Language, both written and verbal, applying phone skills, and comfortable cold calling when necessary.

· Strong communication and collaborative skills.

· Comfortable using social media including:

  • Facebook
  • Instagram

Work Location: Hybrid 

Job Types: Full-time

Salary: $900 – $1100/week

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