What Casting Directors
Actually Want to See
12 insider tips from 12 years of working alongside casting directors in New York and Los Angeles. What makes them stop scrolling — and what makes them skip.
Casting Director Tips
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They decide in 8 seconds
Casting directors make their first impression judgment in under 10 seconds. Your opening scene must be your absolute best.
Type before talent
They're not looking for the best actor — they're looking for the right type. Your reel must make your type unmistakable.
Sound matters as much as picture
Bad audio is an immediate skip. Professional sound design is non-negotiable.
Less is more
A 90-second reel with 2 great scenes beats a 5-minute reel with 10 mediocre ones. Every second must earn its place.
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