New! HOW TO BECOME A COMMERCIAL CASTING DIRECTOR with Diakeim Lyles, Independent Casting Director

Saturday, October 3, 2020, 1pm ET / 10am PT

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Are you interested in the world of casting?
Would you like to learn how casting directors work with both talent and their clients?
 
If so, then don't miss this beginner's guide to casting commercials and becoming a casting director led by Diakeim Lyles.
 
Diakeim will help you to develop an understanding of the tools needed to start a career in TV/VO commercial casting including:
A) Building relationships with industry professionals and film makers
B) How to find Talent for your casting projects
C) Having an on-line Presence
 
He'll define core elements of what CD's need to prepare for Casting Projects:
A) Questions to ask clients before your casting prep
B) Building your schedule for the casting day
C) Booking space or Zoom calls for the casting day
(You'll learn how to create a production schedule for a commercial casting)
 
Diakeim will cover the Casting Day and Callback and how to manage your time wisely:
A)Setting up
B)Your schedule and the first audition on the day
C)Code of conduct on the day
 
You'll also learn the Do's and Don'ts when working as a freelance CD:
A) Invoicing and getting paid
B) Taxes and write off's
C) Your availability
D) Paper work and building a community of talent
 
Don't miss this comprehensive one day intensive all about the world of casting!
 


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Diakeim Lyles

Diakeim Lyles, began his career in film/TV commercial casting 19 years ago. He worked at Liz Lewis Casting Partners for 8 years where he worked on numerous commercial and voice over castings.

He now works independently (Dlylescast.com) and with various Casting Houses in the New York area including Brooke Thomas Casting, Beth Melsky Casting, House Casting, Jen Halpren Casting, Casting Partners, Bess Fifer casting and Station Films. Clients he casts for include Stefano Maria Palombi creative director of Saatchi & Saatchi (Italy), Artjail Production Co, The Martin Agency, Jason Moore Productions, Mayhew Breen Productions, Toys 'R Us, PBS, Verizon Fios. He also attends film, theater and improv shows along with teaching. He loves working with actors!

Meets

Saturday, October 3, 20206:30 pm

The following disclaimer is provided specifically at the request of and in accordance with SAG/AFTRA: Seminars or classes are for educational purposes only and will not secure or provide opportunity for employment in the field or representation by an agent or casting director.