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SUGGESTED MAJOR:

FILM STUDIES

In a movie production company, the casting director selects actors for roles in the film. They understand the characters and their characteristics as described in the script, determining whether to cast well-known actors, newcomers, or a mix of both. They then organize auditions and screen tests for various roles.


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RELATED MAJORS:

  • Theater Arts with Concentration in Casting Media Studies

  • English

CAREERS:

  • Casting Director

  • Casting Assistant

  • Talent Agent

  • Talent Scout

  • Casting Coordinator

Plus Many More!!!

"STEREOTYPICAL" TRAITS:

  • Intuitive

  • Detail-Oriented

  • Creative

  • Open-Minded 

  • Empathetic

  • Flexible

  • Multi-Tasker

  • Communication Skills

SALARY:

$71,317

U.S. Average 2023

Casting Director

Source: Salary.com

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