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Director - Casting (ABC Entertainment)
Director - Casting (ABC Entertainment)
Summary
ABC Entertainment is seeking a dynamic Director of Casting who thrives in a high-energy, team-oriented creative environment. This position is based in Los Angeles and will oversee casting for the network’s scripted pilots and series by collaborating and providing expert guidance to network / studio executives, casting directors and producers throughout the casting process.
Category
Casting
Location
Greater Los Angeles Area
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Oct 02, 2023
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
ABC Entertainment is seeking a dynamic Director of Casting who thrives in a high-energy, team-oriented creative environment. This position is based in Los Angeles and will oversee casting for the network’s scripted pilots and series by collaborating and providing expert guidance to network / studio executives, casting directors and producers throughout the casting process.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Oversee the casting process on all assigned scripted ABC network pilots and series.
- Design casting strategy and create targeted star-level lists for all projects.
- Consult with producers and internal executives on suitability of talent.
- Partner with Business Affairs and colleagues to guide negotiations of talent deals.
- Collaborate with the broader Walt Disney Television casting team to forge synergy with talent across all brands.
- Lead the casting and production of annual Disney Television Discovers Talent Showcase, along with other inclusion initiatives and workshops for underrepresented talent with the ABC Casting team.
- Stay current with technology trends in our industry and explore opportunities to incorporate technology into our casting process.
- Join development pitches with talent attachments and scout talent through attending theater, festivals, and showcases for future casting ideas.
- Cultivate strategic relationships with talent, agents, managers, producers, directors, and casting directors.
Basic Qualifications
- 7 + years of experience in the Media/Entertainment industry with direct involvement in casting for scripted productions.
- Major studio and streamers inhouse casting experience at the senior levels highly desirable.
- Experience with managing multiple projects concurrently and thriving under pressure required.
- Experience working across various business groups: such as Development, Business Affairs, Finance, Publicity, Marketing, and Legal.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills and the ability to guide and lead within ambiguity.
- Must live within a commutable distance to Burbank, CA. (role is in office 4 days a week)
- A proactive attitude with the ability to identify needs and take initiative for their completion.
- Ability to assume ownership and excel both as part of a team or independently.
- Experience with discreetly handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Strong relationships with talent and key stakeholders within the creative process.
- Adaptability in a dynamic environment, requiring skillful multitasking and creative problem-solving.
- Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including overtime and weekends on short notice.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency with IMDBpro, Studio System, PIX, DAX, CastIt, QwireCast are preferable.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $112,100.00 to $150,200.00 per year
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day
Attached Files
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