UNTIL WE MEET

AGAIN
THE CASTING PROCESS
Shannon Phelps
EDT 321
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Until We Meet Again:

Film: Student Film (ASU)
Type: Short Drama
Plot: Luke discovers where his life is taking him, but is he ready to
leave behind the ones he loves most?

Title Crew Members:

Director/Screenwriter: Kyle Petrulio
Producer: Susan Mueller
Casting Director: Shannon Phelps
Location Scout: Seth Scott

Timeline of Filming/Production:
Rehearsal Days: Rehearsals will be
mainly in September and
October.
Filming Days: Primary filming
will take place in October with a
few pick ups if needed.
Post Production: This will take
place in November and
December.

Schedule Layout
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September

October

Rehearsal Days

November

Filming Days

December

Post Production

The Role of A Casting Director:

Casting By is a documentary of the legendary Casting Director
Marion Dougherty. It gives the perfect example of how important the
role of the casting director truly is.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pe5U7hMkRFc

The Casting Process:

Work with the Writer/Director closely.
Compile character descriptions with the writer.
Send out ads for auditions and callbacks.
Compile spreadsheets for the audition and callback days.
Respond to all emails regarding casting decisions.
Cast the film/production.
Send out final thank you and congratulation emails.
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CHARACTER
BREAKDOWNS AND
DESCRIPTIONS
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Luke:
Physicality: Mid 20s, dark hair,
medium build.
Personality: Often on the edge,
nervous and cautious about the
direction of his life and
aspirations.

Relationships: Boyfriend of
Lauren and best friend of Riley.
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Lauren:
Physicality: Mid 20s, blonde
hair, slender build.
Personality: Loving and calm.
Gives honest heartfelt advise,
sees the reality and moves with
it.

Relationships: Girlfriend of
Luke and friend of riley.
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Riley:
Physicality: Early 20s, dark hair,
medium build.
Personality: Playful and a burst
of energy. She loves
playgrounds and being free, has
emotional reserves.

Relationships: The best friend

of Luke, and friend of Lauren.
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Works Cited:
Google Images:
https://www.google.com/imghp?hl=en&tab=wi&ei=ilwjVPK8DKryiQKtpIGA
Ag&ved=0CAQQqi4oAg

Casting By Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pe5U7hMkRFc
For More Information:
untilwemeetagain2014@gmail.com
shannonlovesfilms@gmail.com
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