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Casting Assistant
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Job Summary:
Searchlight is looking for a phenomenal Casting Assistant to join the Searchlight team. If you are passionate, interested in learning, and meet the basic qualifications, please apply!
Responsibilities
Provide daily administrative support for the SVP of Searchlight Feature Casting
Manage calendar, handle phones, and prepare meeting materials
Complete expense reports and keep detailed records
Coordinate domestic and international travel
Coordinate all internal meetings
Create and maintain project contacts
Track talent and materials from submissions and general meetings
Check actor availabilities by corresponding with talent representatives
Create and maintain Master Lists, Project Lists, Mosaics and Casting Grids
Continuous update of casting database and troubleshooting of any technological issues
Assist SVP with hiring casting teams by liaising with other departments such as Casting Administration, Finance, Production, Legal, and Studio Technology
Liaise with legal on any relevant issues that arise during the casting process
Help implement evolving protocols and procedures as well as communicate these to casting teams
Work with casting teams to ensure they submit necessary documents throughout the casting process
Help facilitate the internal casting process by assisting with scheduling sessions, self-tape appointments, running camera if needed, troubleshooting equipment, and uploading tapes
Create session sheets, sides, status lists, and flyers for internal casting
Assist with outreach for internal casting, if necessary
Representing the department in a professional manner
Supporting and collaborating on departmental ad hoc projects, as needed
Reading and breaking down scripts
Liaise and manage communications with filmmakers, creatives, production teams, and Studio partners
Additional qualities:
Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and self-manage as priorities change
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills
Positive attitude and the ability to be proactive, resourceful, and flexible
Strong people skills, including the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to take initiative and work with limited direction as well as maintaining discretion in handling highly confidential information
Detail-oriented, technologically proficient, ability to multi-task, and prioritize work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work well and maintain professionalism under pressure.
Strong skills and proficiency with Mac, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, iMovie, Cast It, Qwire, Fast Capture, QuickTime, Zoom, Slack, Adobe Acrobat
Knowledge of SAG rules and protocols is a plus
Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of 1 year experience as a Casting Assistant or with a Casting Company or Studio In-House team and interest in a career in casting
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $57,900.00 to $77,500.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Salary : $57,900 - $77,500
