In this special live edition, host Rose Rosen, CSA, is joined by casting directors Robin Carus, Cheryl Louden Kubin, and Kimberly Skyrme for an in-depth discussion on the critical role casting directors play in independent filmmaking. Recorded at the Gasparilla International Film Festival, in front of a live audience, the panel explores why casting should be budgeted from the start, how a casting director can legitimize a project to investors, and the importance of professional relationships in securing talent.

They also tackle common challenges: attaching name talent without funding, navigating SAG-AFTRA rules, and balancing creative control with collaboration.

For actors, the episode offers valuable insight on self-taping, working with stepping-stone agencies, and whether social media metrics really matter. From practical advice to personal stories, this candid conversation is packed with takeaways for actors, producers, and indie filmmakers alike.

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Artwork:

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