Talent Directors

Tasks Include:

• Review performer information such as photos, resumes, voice tapes, videos, and union membership, in order to decide whom to audition for parts.
• Read scripts and confer with producers in order to determine the types and numbers of performers required for a given production.
• Select performers for roles or submit lists of suitable performers to producers or directors for final selection.
• Audition and interview performers in order to match their attributes to specific roles or to increase the pool of available acting talent.
• Maintain talent files that include information such as performers' specialties, past performances, and availability.
• Prepare actors for auditions by providing scripts and information about roles and casting requirements.
• Serve as liaisons between directors, actors, and agents.
• Attend or view productions in order to maintain knowledge of available actors.
• Negotiate contract agreements with performers, with agents, or between performers and agents or production companies.

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