Inside Job

How Actors Can Work With Film Producers

Hollywood film producer Tripp Vinson (“Red Dawn,” “Journey to the Center of the Earth”) on the producer’s role and working with actors, directors, and casting directors.

Film Independent Could Get You Cast in an L.A. Film Fest Selection

Among the many programs offered by the indie-supporting nonprofit is one that finds fellows creating short films that premiere at the annual film festival.

Kim Williams, CD for HBO and Tyler Perry, on Casting Minorities

Long before Mo'Nique won the Academy Award for her supporting role in "Precious," casting director Kim Williams gave the comedian her first film role.

The Importance of Diversity and Discovery in the Audition Room

Casting director Liz Ortiz-Mackes on giving breaks to theater actors and casting for diversity in film, television, theater, and commercials in New York City.

Publicist Jordyn Palos on What Makes a Dream Client

The key to being a publicist’s dream? For Palos and Persona PR, it starts with remembering to be a good person.

CD Jennifer Euston Found Her True Calling at an Open Call

How a shy little girl with a love of TV and movies became an Emmy and Artios-winning casting director for shows such as HBO's "Girls" and "The Pacific."

Heather Comer Loves Setting the Scene by Casting

The president of Comer Casting has worked on such projects as "The Good Wife," "Step Up 3D," and "The Smurfs."

Paul Schnee Found His Niche at Barden/Schnee Casting

CD Paul Schnee cast "The Help," "Sex and the City," "Winter's Bone," and the upcoming "August: Osage County," starring Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts.

'Suburgatory' Creator Advises Actors To Make Their Own Destiny

Emily Kapnek an editorial assistant at Backstage before going on to create the Nickelodeon show “As Told by Ginger” and to write for “Parks and Recreation.”

How Managers Help Child Actors and Their Parents

Judy Battista and Peggy Becker, owners and managers of Parkside Talent, share advice for child actors and their parents.