Be Findable & Be Human: What Really Matters in Casting - with Michael Cassara
In this rich, behind-the-scenes conversation, casting director Michael Cassara reframes the audition process as a collaborative, human exchange. He shares how actors can stop over-performing and start showing up with grounded presence - both in the room and online.
You’ll learn why being findable matters as much as being talented, how aliveness matters more than perfection in self-tapes, and why playing the long game with consistency and kindness leads to lasting relationships AND real work.
If you’re ready to shift from trying to impress to learning how to connect, this is the conversation that will show you how.
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About The Speaker
Michael Cassara
Michael Cassara, CSA, is a NYC-based casting director and educator with 750+ theatre and film credits. A three-time Artios nominee, he’s cast Forbidden Broadway, Mr. Holland’s Opus, An American in Paris, and regularly teaches at top universities including adjunct faculty at Wright State University
Hosts
Actor, Producer & Career Coach, CEO of Actor Insider
Jodie Bentley, CEO of Actor Insider, is a sought-after coach and Tisch-trained actor with credits on Netflix, Hulu, and Apple TV. Named a Top 20 LA Coach, she’s helped 2,300+ actors worldwide land reps, book major roles, and build thriving, creative careers.
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