NBCUniversal
Vice President, Casting - Unscripted Production
NBCUniversal, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Vice President, Casting - Unscripted Production
Full-timeWe create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service.The Vice President of Casting, Unscripted Production is not just a role, but a key player in the success of our projects. This executive will lead all aspects of the casting process for Telemundo Entertainment Unscripted Productions, identifying and selecting talent that aligns with our creative vision and contributes to the success of our projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in casting for television and digital media and a profound understanding of industry trends and talent networks.As the Vice President of Casting, Unscripted Production, you will have a wide range of responsibilities:Managing scheduling, casting, recommending, selecting, and negotiating the cast and bit players.Managing and coordinating the Casting team.Leadership and Strategy:Develop and implement casting strategies that align with the company’s creative and business goals.Lead and manage the casting team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.Collaborate with senior executives, directors, producers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and casting needs.Talent Acquisition:Identify, evaluate, and secure top talent for various projects across film, television, and digital platforms.Build strong relationships with agents, managers, and other industry professionals.Conduct auditions, interviews, and screen tests to assess potential talent.Project Management:Oversee the casting process from start to finish, ensuring timely and efficient execution.Manage casting budgets and negotiate contracts with talent and their representatives.Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including diversity initiatives.Industry Insight and Networking:Stay informed about industry trends, emerging talent, and competitive casting practices.Attend industry events, film festivals, and showcases to scout new talent and expand professional networks.Represent Telemundo in external meetings, conferences, and forums.Innovation and Improvement:Continuously seek innovative casting approaches that enhance our talent pool's quality and diversity.Implement best practices and technologies to streamline the casting process and improve efficiency.Casting Responsibilities:Coordinate with the executive team to understand character needs.Brainstorm possible talent, considering emotional and physical characteristics of each character to be cast.Coordinate casting schedules on Casting Networks or similar casting systems for auditions.Follow up with performers and agents on their availability and interest in the project.Supervise casting strategy with the casting team and schedule casting presentations.Identify new talent, casting agencies, and acting schools.Supervise team on creating Talent requests, presentations, and project needs.Oversee with the production team and HR to solve unexpected problems with talent.Required Qualifications:Minimum of 10+ years of experience in the Entertainment or Television industry, including 5+ years of experience at the executive level.Previous experience working with talent agents and managers in International and U.S. Hispanic talent markets.Must be fully fluent in English and Spanish.Desired Characteristics:Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a strategy and communicate a vision.Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions and manage conflicting priorities.Outstanding communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.Process- and detail-oriented, with strong organizational and prioritization skills.Experience driving business solutions through influence and collaboration.Able to energize and inspire others to commit to business priorities.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English.Additional Requirements:This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability.
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Full-timeWe create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service.The Vice President of Casting, Unscripted Production is not just a role, but a key player in the success of our projects. This executive will lead all aspects of the casting process for Telemundo Entertainment Unscripted Productions, identifying and selecting talent that aligns with our creative vision and contributes to the success of our projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in casting for television and digital media and a profound understanding of industry trends and talent networks.As the Vice President of Casting, Unscripted Production, you will have a wide range of responsibilities:Managing scheduling, casting, recommending, selecting, and negotiating the cast and bit players.Managing and coordinating the Casting team.Leadership and Strategy:Develop and implement casting strategies that align with the company’s creative and business goals.Lead and manage the casting team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.Collaborate with senior executives, directors, producers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and casting needs.Talent Acquisition:Identify, evaluate, and secure top talent for various projects across film, television, and digital platforms.Build strong relationships with agents, managers, and other industry professionals.Conduct auditions, interviews, and screen tests to assess potential talent.Project Management:Oversee the casting process from start to finish, ensuring timely and efficient execution.Manage casting budgets and negotiate contracts with talent and their representatives.Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, including diversity initiatives.Industry Insight and Networking:Stay informed about industry trends, emerging talent, and competitive casting practices.Attend industry events, film festivals, and showcases to scout new talent and expand professional networks.Represent Telemundo in external meetings, conferences, and forums.Innovation and Improvement:Continuously seek innovative casting approaches that enhance our talent pool's quality and diversity.Implement best practices and technologies to streamline the casting process and improve efficiency.Casting Responsibilities:Coordinate with the executive team to understand character needs.Brainstorm possible talent, considering emotional and physical characteristics of each character to be cast.Coordinate casting schedules on Casting Networks or similar casting systems for auditions.Follow up with performers and agents on their availability and interest in the project.Supervise casting strategy with the casting team and schedule casting presentations.Identify new talent, casting agencies, and acting schools.Supervise team on creating Talent requests, presentations, and project needs.Oversee with the production team and HR to solve unexpected problems with talent.Required Qualifications:Minimum of 10+ years of experience in the Entertainment or Television industry, including 5+ years of experience at the executive level.Previous experience working with talent agents and managers in International and U.S. Hispanic talent markets.Must be fully fluent in English and Spanish.Desired Characteristics:Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a strategy and communicate a vision.Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions and manage conflicting priorities.Outstanding communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.Process- and detail-oriented, with strong organizational and prioritization skills.Experience driving business solutions through influence and collaboration.Able to energize and inspire others to commit to business priorities.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English.Additional Requirements:This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability.
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