Casting is a crucial element in filmmaking that can make or break the success of a project, especially in the indie realm where resources may be limited. Join Richard Jordan from Richard Jordan Casting and learn what you need to know to navigate the casting process effectively and efficiently. Moderated by Castle Searcy.

For Filmmakers:

How do your casting choices influence storytelling, character development, and audience engagement.
How do you attract the best talent possible based on your budget?
What are the avenues for talent discovery in the indie scene?
What are effective networking strategies for connecting with actors and agents?
What are ways to work with a casting director with a low budget or even no budget?
How you you make actors feel respected throughout the audition process, be it self tape or in-person?
Should I go SAG or non union?
What is the negotiation process like with actors and agents?
What should you expect for contracts and agreements in indie film casting?

For Actors:

How do you find and recognize the opportunities and challenges for actors in indie productions?
How do you prepare for an Auditions? Do you need a reader? Should you be memorized?
How can you leverage social media and online platforms to showcase your work and connect with casting directors & filmmakers?
What are effective strategies for networking within the indie film community?
How to handle rejection / what are coping strategies to maintain a positive mindset?
What are actor contracts and agreements in the indie film industry?
What are your rights and responsibilities as an indie actor?

This event is FREE and open to the public but you must REGISTER IN ADVANCE

About The Speaker

Castle Searcy

Castle Searcy hails from the Wild West of entertainment and experiential events & marketing. Growing up in Colorado she’s considered a cultural ‘mayor’ of Denver, like Kevin Bacon, everyone has a connection to her somehow. In Denver she serves as the founding Design Track Chair and Creative Director for Denver Startup Week , She recently produced Between Us: The Downtown Denver Alleyways Project, and gave the folks at Meow Wolf the idea to come to Denver. Castle has been a staple with the Santa Fe International Film Festival for the last 10 years (and counting!) where she’s held various positions including Festival ...

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Richard Jordan

Richard Jordan has been in the casting business for 25 years, casting for the last decade. He is known for casting up-and-coming actors and giving chances to those underexposed & underrepresented . He cast a wide variety of projects from independent film, commercials, music videos, voice over, print & live events ...

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