Manager, Casting
Warner Bros. Discovery
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role…
Manages creation and administration of department and division-wide database programs. Works in conjunction with senior casting executives to oversee day-to-day activities of Independent Casting Directors hired to cast pilots and series
Your Role Accountabilities…
Acts as a liaison between Producers and Independent Casting Directors on projects.
Acts as liaison with agents or managers regarding actors and studio interest in actors.
Reads scripts, generates character breakdowns for the script and provides suggestions for all series regular roles.
Research availability of the best Independent Casting Directors for pilots and series, then makes the appropriate offers based on criteria given by the EVP Head of Casting.
Facilitates approvals of breakdowns and audition materials.
Maintains multi-disciplinary databases used by WBTV Casting, Production, Business Affairs, Labor & Legal.
Responds immediately to production inquiries from production personnel, producers, directors, agents, and managers.
Supports with actor travel, start paperwork and other responsibilities specific to casting director interface with the Casting Dept.
Performs other related duties as assigned and supports Casting Department Execs as needed.
Qualifications & Experience…
Should have a working knowledge of what a casting office does, therefore should have casting or agent office experience in a support staff position.
3 – 5 years experience in casting working in Television, Theatre or Film; and at least 2 years specifically as a Casting Associate.
Additionally, any experience as a Casting Director is a plus.
Experience in episodic and series regular TV casting also a plus.
College Degree preferred.
Typing: 45 wpm
Should know casting basic terminology used daily.
Should be multi-task oriented.
Should be organized and have good attention to details.
Must be able to interact with talent, agents, creative production personnel, and executives.
Must be able to work under constant deadlines, especially during pilot season.
Knowledge of SAG scale rates for episodic television.
Microsoft, Excel, Outlook, iMovie, Cast-It experience preferred.
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $63,700.00 - $118,300.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.