One of the best casting directors in town.
He has a blog: http://middletoncasting.blogspot.com/
I highly recommend this site for his insight into our industry from the CD's perspective. He's incredible at what he does, and though he rarely remembers me* (no, I'm very serious...even though he's cast me in one of his projects, he still greets me with familiarity on a very sporadic basis), I couldn't have more respect for this man.
*In his blog, he actually touches on how hard it is to remember every actor, and how it makes him feel badly...but in his defense, the man does see hundreds of our smiling faces every week. And again, with this industry...it's not personal.
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I love hearing the point of view of Casting Directors' so much. The most invaluable experiences I've had in this industry have been meeting and talking with CD's who teach or have insight about how actors can book the jobs and stop shooting themselves in the foot.
ReplyDeleteSo I'm curious...do you agree with attending Casting Director workshops? Some people say they are a waste of time...but this is how I've met casting directors and received some really great feedback. In your experience, have you ever booked a job because you attended a CD workshop?
I wish I could help you with that one. I've never attended one, so all the CDs I've met have only been through auditions. My gut is that you won't book a job through one of those workshops -- they may remember you and bring you in, but to book a job, there are soooo many cooks in the kitchen who all have to agree on you.
ReplyDeleteSo if it doesn't cost a lot, and you've had success in the past, or have been able to build relationships, then go for it...this may be a good one to ask Joseph Middleton on his blog though. I wish I could be more helpful Phoenix...
I appreciate the feedback, though :) Thanks, girl!
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