casting directors

Casting Directors Confirmed for Four New CBS Series

Mark Saks is casting "Elementary;" Julie Tucker will cast "Made in Jersey;" Julie Ashton will cast "Partners;" and Jaffe and Goldberg will cast "Vegas."

How CD Seth Yanklewitz Cast the 'Rock of Ages' Movie

Casting director Seth Yanklewitz explains how Tom Cruise, Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, and the rest of the "Rock of Ages" cast ended up rocking out.

Seth Yanklewitz Takes Charge at Fox

CD Seth Yanklewitz was named Fox's VP of Casting thanks to Zooey Deschanel and the "New Girl" pilot.

CD Jen Rudin Talks Casting Office Etiquette for Kids

Rudin believes in “creating an honest, positive, and comfortable audition environment.”

CD Sheila Jaffe on Pilot Season and Finding Fresh Faces

The Emmy Award-winning casting director of "Entourage," "The Sopranos," and "The Fighter" calls pilot season "crazy" and offers advice for new talent.

Sheila Jaffe Reminds Actors to Thank Their CD

How the manager of a restaurant became the Artios- and Emmy Award-winning casting director of "The Sopranos," "Entourage," and dozens of feature films.

CD Rori Bergman Puts NY Theater Actors on Screen at Tribeca

Rori Bergman on casting "Nancy, Please," a new film that will have its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 21.

Casting Director Ken Lazer’s Audition Advice

The casting director and owner of Ken Lazer Casting offers tips for actors to give their best in auditions for commercials, TV shows, webisodes, and more.

Ken Lazer Turned a Part-Time Job Into a 20-Year Career

Taught by mentors Lori Wyman and Donna DeSeta, casting director Ken Lazer casts commercials, TV, film, voiceover, and more in New York City.

Casting Director David Caparelliotis Shares Tips for Non-Union Actors

Caparelliotis of MelCap Casting discusses big names on Broadway, why he loves casting regional shows, and how actors can get to know casting directors.