I am currently Birmingham based (soon to be based on the Wirral) casting assistant and graduate from the prestigious NFTS. I have graudated from the NFTS Casting Certificate where I have trained to become a casting assistant. My lecturers and course founders are Jane Arnell (Lead Tutor), Shaheen Baig & Jina Jay.
I am available to assist with any of your casting needs, with a remote office in Birmingham. We are taught to work to best practice and I am proficient in:
Working with script and fundamentals of the entire cycle of casting.
Processes required for checking actors’ availability and setting up a session
Basic knowledge of deal memo, special stipulation and contract formats
Equal Opportunities and fair representation policies
Professional codes of conduct
Audition procedure
Development of critical awareness of current and emerging talent.
I look forward to hearing from you and assisting with your project.
James Ellis