Castingprosessi

Castingprosessi refers to the set of activities involved in selecting performers for a role in film, television, theater, or other productions. The process typically begins with a casting brief created by the director and producers, outlining character descriptions, required skills, and production constraints. A casting director coordinates the search, often distributing breakdowns to agents and posting notices on casting platforms.

The search phase includes accepting submissions, auditions, or self-taped auditions. Actors may be invited to callbacks, where they perform scenes for the director, writers, and producers, and may also participate in chemistry reads with potential co-stars. For larger projects, additional evaluations such as screen tests or movement and dialect assessments may be used to determine fit for a role.

Decisions are made by the casting director in consultation with the director and producers. Offers are extended, and negotiations on terms and contracts follow, often mediated by talent agents. Once a contract is signed, casting becomes part of pre-production planning, with roles scheduled for rehearsals and fittings.

In many regions, union rules influence the process, including audition windows, compensation, and residuals. Ethical considerations include equal opportunity, accessibility, confidentiality, and respectful treatment of all participants.

Tools and methods vary: open casting calls, targeted submissions, self-tapes, and digital casting platforms are common, especially in international or remote productions. The outcome of casting shapes audience perception and may be revisited if creative direction changes.