Casting Confidential

BONUS: How to Connect with Casting Directors

Casting Confidential

Show Notes

In this special bonus episode of Casting Confidential, host Rose Rosen, CSA, welcomes a dynamic panel of top casting pros: Robin Carus, Cheryl Louden-Kubin and Kimberly Skyrme. Taken from an exclusive Q&A with our Casting Confidential members, (link below to join) this episode dives into how actors can best connect with casting directors—what works, what doesn’t, and what really leaves a lasting impression.

From email etiquette to tagging on social, and even how LinkedIn plays a surprising role, our panelists offer clear, actionable advice for staying professionally present without crossing the line. Whether you're new to the industry or looking to refine your networking approach, this candid discussion is a must-listen.

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Host, Creator and Producer: Rose Rosen, CSA @roserosencasting

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Cheryl Louden-Kubin, CSA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@loudenkubin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Robin Carus, CSA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@robincarus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Editor: MZ Studios https://mzstudiosdallas.com

Music: Orville Wright @ohyeahbeats

Artwork: Ace Anderson @aceshotthat

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