Reality of Doing

Do your homework

Posted on 08. Dec, 2009 by sethcaskey.

Where to go?

Following is a partial list of places where you can take casting director workshops. There are dozens of workshop locations in Los Angeles. Each has their own unique format and membership requirements.

• The Actor’s Key (in the interest of full-disclosure – I work here)
• AIA Studios
• Act Now!
• Actor’s Co-Op Group
• One on One Productions
• Talent To Go
• SAG Foundation Casting Access Project (free to SAG members! Frequency restrictions do apply, so check out their site for more info. I work here too.)

Talk with your friends about where they go

• Check with people in class, on set or online
• Showfax discussion board
• Hollywood Happy Hour

Find out about fees

• Prices can range from $35 – 50+ per workshop
• See if there is a discount for purchasing multiple workshops at once
• Ask about any membership fees

Ask about an audit

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Why Workshop?

Posted on 01. Dec, 2009 by sethcaskey.

For the Actor

• start building relationships with casting offices
• showcase your craft
• meet other actors

For the Casting Director

• start building relationships with actors
• replenish their supply of trusted talent
• additional income

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Answering Your Questions

Posted on 12. Nov, 2009 by sethcaskey.

A quick video post answering some email questions.

Color balance went screwy on my camera, so this one’s going vintage.

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Compulsions is on The Web.Files

Posted on 22. Oct, 2009 by sethcaskey.

Earlier this year I worked on a new web series called Compulsions. Here is an interview by Kristyn Burtt of The Web.Files with Compulsions creator/writer Bernie Su and producer Michael Tohl. Enjoy!

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Making the Most of Your Pre-Read Speed Date

Posted on 16. Oct, 2009 by sethcaskey.

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