Specialist, Casting

The Specialist, Casting actively participates in the creative identification and selection of talent for the non-scripted production/series and pilots and executing all business-related practices and strategy for casting and talent management and relations in non-scripted programming for the Hispanic market in the US.Job Duties:Works closely with the VP of Casting regarding projects, casting needs/preferences or certain rolesParticipates in calls with EPs and the development team to discuss character profiles and needs.Works with Director, EPs on a list/brainstorming of possible talent proposals taking into consideration the emotional characteristics, physical characteristics, and physical requirements of each character to be cast on reality series and pilotsCreates the project and casting schedules on Casting Networks or similar casting systems for performers auditionsFollows up with performers and agents on their availability and interest in the project for casting purposesResponsible for evaluating casting submissions and schedule casting presentations for evaluation of VP of Casting and Talent RelationsResponsible for constantly identifying new talent, casting agencies, and acting schools and provides talent recommendationsRequests updated resumes, photos, films, and video tapes for performers under consideration and updates systems accordinglyCreates Talent requests, presentations, and maintains updates documents for projects (Casting Share, SharePoint, Scenechronize, PowerPoints, Cosmogonias, Cast lists, etc.)Responsible for maintaining talent and agents’ databases, performance notes & feedback, and maintains notes and comments of audition/call backs /status of each candidate & brainstorming session.Ensures and maintains (written or verbal) a strict code of conduct with talent, talent managers and talent agencies following the company’s guidelines and regulations regarding conflicts of interest in the workplaceBuilds and maintains excellent relationships with Talent, managers & publicists, TLMD or external clients and key executivesCoordinates and supervises talent of non-scripted series on projects assigned (Castings, events, special dates, etc.)Works with the Director/VP of Casting on talent requests for local events or any other Specials/PrioritiesParticipates and provides talent support on location, Media trainings for talent, red carpets, show premieres, events, after parties, press junkets, promotions as needed on shows assigned by supervisorAssists in different internal requests (Daytime properties, any specials/shows, Digital, Telemundo Internacional, Public/Community Affairs and Publicity team)In conjunction with Manager & Client, responsible for handling Talent (and Companion) travel & logistics coordination and agenda (airfare, hotel, transport, per diem, glam, etc.)Aids in the coordination of talent at Telemundo related events (Billboard Awards, Premieres) as needed Supports when needed, talent during Production & PromotionSupports when needed on travel & logistics arrangements for talent (travel requirements, contact info, visas, manager/publicists)Supports when needed talent requests for live events and specialsAssists in Digital or Social Media Talent activations (i.e. social media push to Talent, YouTube, Facebook or Instagram activations)Works under the direct supervision of the VP of Casting and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor Ensures that all work is done under the technical guidelines and operations procedures and adheres to EHS/OSHA regulations and procedures Follows policies, applicable laws, and regulations to protect his/her own health and safety as well as that of other workers, the public, and the environment Raises concerns about possible violations of EHS policies to your manager, business and EHS