08/04/2020
Did you know that Jennifer Lawrence earned her SAG card shooting promos for MTV's ‘My Super Sweet 16?’ 🤯
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We at Paladino Casting believe that stories told with great talent are unforgettable. Our full service Casting House casts for film, television, web, print, and various new media platforms worldwide. Because we do not limit ourselves to one type of casting, we are fortunate to be connected to a versatile and vast talent pool. We are a resourceful and modern business, consistently evolving with the entertainment industry. We are not just recognized for presenting impressive and hard-to-find talent to clients, but for offering strategic and creative solutions to our clients’ visions and casting needs. Due to our one-on-one, hands on approach, our client roster has grown at an exponential rate primarily based on word of mouth recommendations alone. What keeps us on the forefront and pulse of the casting world is our deep understanding of how the industry operates from a production, agency and artist point of view as well as our commitment to creating ongoing contributions to the Entertainment industry.
Operating as usual
07/23/2020
Is it just me or did we all get to know our neighbors *a lot* better during quarantine. 😂
This @blinds2go ad we cast understood the importance of a good window treatment way before we were all stuck at home. 🧘♂️
07/20/2020
Every actor is bound to face rejection. You might even hit a point where you feel like all you are hearing is “no.” But one way to master auditions is to keep doing them.
07/16/2020
It is absolutely crucial for actors to always find new ways to challenge themselves. Take a class, create new work, or simply ask questions. If you are not growing, you are standing still.
07/13/2020
Whenever you audition, be ready for anything. The director and CD might have you try a completely different take just to get a feel for what it is like to work with you. They look to see if you are listening, flexible, and able to take direction in the moment.
07/10/2020
Many decisions are out of your hands in this industry, but one thing you can always control is your effort.
07/08/2020
Hearing about all the high school seniors that did not get to have their prom this year got us thinking about this @falloutboy video we cast almost 15 years ago.
We’re sorry that you had to miss out, Class of 2020. Not every prom ends with a perfectly choreographed dance-off, but most are still pretty fun.
07/06/2020
If we want to see real and lasting change in our industry, we need to make sure that women of color have the opportunity to show off their talent on both sides of the camera.
07/02/2020
Last week, the US Open announced they would be holding this year's tournament without fans at the matches. Thankfully, John McEnroe makes it crystal clear in this spot that we cast a few years back that there are *lots* of different ways to watch the world's best when they come to Flushing.
06/29/2020
If you are ever in doubt about what to do in an audition, remember these three words: Keep. It. Simple. That advice applies to everything from what to wear to the acting choices that you make in the room. All we want to see is you. If we need more, we will let you know.
06/28/2020
#pride
06/12/2020
Our industry needs to make sure that the people on our screens look and feel like the people in the world around us. I am committed to doing everything I can to making that happen. - KP
06/05/2020
Ways To Help
If you want to help the #BlackLivesMatter movement, this link has lists of protests to join, people/offices to call, where to donate, educational resources, and a whole lot more. Please give it a look and do what you can. 💛 - KP
Ways To Help
06/02/2020
“In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist. We must be anti-racist.” - Angela Davis
We condemn the ongoing racism, discrimination, and violence against Black people and Black communities in this country. We stand in solidarity with those demanding justice.
We will continue to support and amplify the voices of Black talent and Black creators in our industry.
05/29/2020
There are lots of ways to fan your creative flames these days. 🔥
For example, The Public Theater is streaming some of their past productions online and Backstage is offering free classes and forums. And there are plenty more theaters and studios working to help actors out.
You could also read a play or challenge yourself to write or learn a new monologue. (If you need some inspiration, check out the actors who took part in our #showusyourselftape challenge on Instagram!)
Staying at home does not mean you have to stop learning, growing, or honing your craft.
05/28/2020
We love Bryan Cranston's mindset when it comes to auditioning. (And we think it is pretty good advice for life in general.)
Don’t worry about “fitting a role.” Concentrate on being true to yourself and showing everyone what you—and only you—can do.
05/21/2020
Penny Marshall’s ‘Big’ was the first film directed by a woman to make over $100 million at the US box office.
Penny proved that you don’t need to know every single thing about the industry to be successful. What’s most important is that you know your own strengths.
05/15/2020
Watch how Paul Spriggs is able to dial up his performance is our newest #SidesToScreen.
These casting sessions were super fun. Inspired by those old Richard Simmons workout tapes, the creative called for a magical fitness instructor that would suddenly appear to teach people heart-healthy habits.
In all of these setups, Paul did a great job slowly raising up the energy with each take. He showed his range by not going from zero to sixty in the blink of an eye. He hit different levels and kept his control along the way, which was exactly what we were looking for.
Production: @cutterproductions
Director: Evan Savitt
#casting #castingdirector #audition
05/13/2020
Context is everything for an actor. Go over any and all of the material you get with your audition: script, character descriptions, project synopsis, etc. You may not always get a full script, but any information you have about your character and the piece will make your choices that much stronger and clearer.
A few minutes of research can make all the difference in your next audition.
05/08/2020
Helping a 12-year-old actor up his self-tape game
A few weeks ago, I partnered up with @backstagecast for a Q&A session and a series of virtual one-on-ones with talent. One of the actors I chose to meet with was Jonathan, a 12 year old living in Brooklyn.
He and his mom Regine wanted advice on a recent self-tape he submitted. After I gave Jonathan play-by-play notes, he sent me a new take. I was so happy to see how well he made the adjustments we had gone over!
I wanted to share this video of our conversation because we covered a few self-tapes tips that could help any actor improve their remote submissions. Jonathan’s before and after is a great reminder of how a few simple changes can make all the difference.
05/05/2020
It’s always nice to work on a spot for a product that I have been using very often, especially these past couple of weeks. It’s been a lifesaver since I have been wearing gloves and washing my hands multiple times a day. 🧤💛⠀
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Director: @jessicaedwards⠀
Production Company: @cutterproductions⠀
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#StaySafe #StayHome #Handwashing #AquaphorLove #SpreadTheLove
05/04/2020
I had a great time holding “Office Hours” on the @backstagecast forum last week. Wanted to share one of my favorite questions. You heard it hear first: your quarantine beard does not have to go if you do not want it to. 🧔
Big thanks to Backstage for having me and to everyone who asked questions. Hit the link below to see the rest of my Q+A:
https://www.backstage.com/forums/working-actor/office-hours-feat-kristen-9935/
(P.S. Backstage is holding all sorts of special events for actors while we are staying at home. Check them out!) -KP
05/01/2020
What’s your favorite movie or TV show where New York plays a “character?”
New York plays an important role in a lot of the projects we work on. This Genesis spot we cast portrays the city as a character that exemplifies so much what of I love about New York: elegance, grit, beauty, aspiration, and community. 🗽
Director: @mj003
Music: @andradaymusic 💛
#casting #castingdirector
04/30/2020
Did you know that The Globe was shuttered from 1605 to 1606 due to the plague? Shakespeare spent that time writing ‘King Lear,’ ‘Antony and Cleopatra,’ and ‘Macbeth.’
Not holding anyone to The Bard’s standards, but what quarantine accomplishment you are most proud of so far?
04/30/2020
Right now, actors are auditioning through self-tapes, which means you don’t have the feedback or direction you normally get in the room. Our best advice: make a choice. Decision making is key in any audition, but it’s especially important with a self-tape. We want to see the actor choose a direction with the character and run with it.
Go for it. If you don’t like how it turns out, make another choice. (The nice part about a self-tape is that you get to call the cuts. 🎥🎬)
04/29/2020
In our third episode of #SidesToScreen—where we match up moments from our favorite projects with the auditions of the actors that booked it—we are looking at Rachel Niu’s (@niugirl) work in a spot for Disney Springs.
A lot of times in an audition with no dialogue, we will run actors through different emotions to get a sense of their range. Rachel does an incredible job hitting each of the reactions we called out in the room. She’s expressive, but not over the top, which was a perfect fit for the ad's fresh spin on ‘Alice in Wonderland.’
Rachel’s performance is proof that the old saying is true: less is more. I would rather redirect someone to give more than try and reel someone in once they’ve gone too big. - KP
04/28/2020
If you could give a new actor one piece of advice before their very first audition, what would it be?
Vida clearly knows rule #1: always hit your mark. 🎯
04/27/2020
New York feels different now. I took these pictures on my walk with Vida. What I love—and have always loved—about this city is the energy, the people, and the life it has. We are missing it now, but I know it will be back. ❤️- KP
#staysafe #iloveny
04/24/2020
What a great turnout on the zoom Q&A and 1:1’s yesterday.
If you missed the talk, be sure to check out the Backstage forum for more of my insights and industry tips.
Thank you Backstage for all the support you give actors!
Have a great weekend, everyone! ✨😊
Join us on Zoom and YouTube Live for tomorrow’s The Slate lineup! NOTE: You must pre-register for Alison Franck’s webinar at https://bit.ly/AlisonFranck
Full schedule: bit.ly/3dhokrT
04/24/2020
Even when it’s on pause, NYC is still the greatest city in the world.
To all my fellow New Yorkers, what do you miss most about the city right now?
(Super-inspiring image created by Guniz Engur at Organizma Branding 💛)
04/13/2020
Keep your passion. Keep your fire. 🔥
04/10/2020
Kitty O’Meara is a retired chaplain and teacher living in Wisconsin. We found her poem so comforting right now and thought that maybe you would too.
Stay home and stay safe. ❤️
04/06/2020
Our second episode of #SidesToScreen—where we match up moments from our favorite projects with the auditions of the actors that booked it—stars William Douglas Turner in a spot for Sabra.
Our casting reference was “the Billy Mays salesperson of hummus”—a fun, over the top pitchman who is totally in love with his product—and Will delivered right away. Even without the set or Amanda Finch's perfectly distressed lettuce chopping, Will made us feel like we were watching an “As Seen On TV” ad. (Sidenote for all actors: this is an example of when the “references” on your sides can be your best friend. And if you’re not familiar with a reference, please ask us!)
Oddly enough, Will’s callback was nothing like his first audition. Since he had nailed his Billy Mays so hard, we wanted to see his range and how well he would react to new direction. Of course, he knocked that out of the park, too. But when it came time to shoot, the director went with the energy that Will gave us the second he walked in the door.
03/30/2020
During this time, self-tapes have become the new normal in the audition process. Below are 7 helpful steps to keep in mind when recording your next at-home audition.
1. Read your self-tape request email *very* carefully. Different casting directors may have their own set of requests, so pay attention and follow any special instructions.
2. Pick a background that is clean and neat. A painting or a plant in the back is a nice touch, but a full view of your bedroom or kitchen can be too distracting.
3. Make sure your camera is even and at your eye line. Use books or pots—or better yet a tripod stand—to get it to the right height and level.
4. Framing, sound, and lighting are extremely important. Take a practice video to double check your set up.
5. Don’t forget to slate your name and the role you are reading for.
6. Keep recording until you get a take that you are happy with. No one is calling cuts. Take as many tries as you would like.
7. Stay in the moment after you finish your last line, then edit out any awkwardness before or after your takes. It makes a *huge* difference.
Any tips that we missed? Drop them in the comments!
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Watch how Paul Spriggs is able to dial up his performance is our newest #SidesToScreen. These casting sessions were super fun. Inspired by those old Richard Simmons workout tapes, the creative called for a magical fitness instructor that would suddenly appear to teach people heart-healthy habits. In all of these setups, Paul did a great job slowly raising up the energy with each take. He showed his range by not going from zero to sixty in the blink of an eye. He hit different levels and kept his control along the way, which was exactly what we were looking for. Production: @cutterproductions Director: Evan Savitt #casting #castingdirector #audition
Helping a 12-year-old actor up his self-tape game
A few weeks ago, I partnered up with @backstagecast for a Q&A session and a series of virtual one-on-ones with talent. One of the actors I chose to meet with was Jonathan, a 12 year old living in Brooklyn. He and his mom Regine wanted advice on a recent self-tape he submitted. After I gave Jonathan play-by-play notes, he sent me a new take. I was so happy to see how well he made the adjustments we had gone over! I wanted to share this video of our conversation because we covered a few self-tapes tips that could help any actor improve their remote submissions. Jonathan’s before and after is a great reminder of how a few simple changes can make all the difference.
It’s always nice to work on a spot for a product that I have been using very often, especially these past couple of weeks. It’s been a lifesaver since I have been wearing gloves and washing my hands multiple times a day. 🧤💛⠀ ⠀ Director: @jessicaedwards⠀ Production Company: @cutterproductions⠀ ⠀ #StaySafe #StayHome #Handwashing #AquaphorLove #SpreadTheLove
In our third episode of #SidesToScreen—where we match up moments from our favorite projects with the auditions of the actors that booked it—we are looking at Rachel Niu’s (@niugirl) work in a spot for Disney Springs. A lot of times in an audition with no dialogue, we will run actors through different emotions to get a sense of their range. Rachel does an incredible job hitting each of the reactions we called out in the room. She’s expressive, but not over the top, which was a perfect fit for the ad's fresh spin on ‘Alice in Wonderland.’ Rachel’s performance is proof that the old saying is true: less is more. I would rather redirect someone to give more than try and reel someone in once they’ve gone too big. - KP
Even when it’s on pause, NYC is still the greatest city in the world. To all my fellow New Yorkers, what do you miss most about the city right now? (Super-inspiring image created by Guniz Engur at Organizma Branding 💛)
Our second episode of #SidesToScreen—where we match up moments from our favorite projects with the auditions of the actors that booked it—stars William Douglas Turner in a spot for Sabra. Our casting reference was “the Billy Mays salesperson of hummus”—a fun, over the top pitchman who is totally in love with his product—and Will delivered right away. Even without the set or Amanda Finch's perfectly distressed lettuce chopping, Will made us feel like we were watching an “As Seen On TV” ad. (Sidenote for all actors: this is an example of when the “references” on your sides can be your best friend. And if you’re not familiar with a reference, please ask us!) Oddly enough, Will’s callback was nothing like his first audition. Since he had nailed his Billy Mays so hard, we wanted to see his range and how well he would react to new direction. Of course, he knocked that out of the park, too. But when it came time to shoot, the director went with the energy that Will gave us the second he walked in the door.
This video is something that we have been wanting to try for a while. To show how our casting sessions translate to the screen, we’re taking moments from some of our favorite projects and matching them up with the auditions of the actors who booked the job. First up, we’ve got Kieron Anthony in a cinematic spot for Ethiad Airways about a father rushing home to see his daughter walk on the field at an NYCFC game. Because the project relied on so much visual storytelling, the director—who was actually Skype-ing in for this callback—leads Kieron through the emotional arc of the piece, calling out different feelings and reactions for him to embody. We know that these kinds of exercises might feel a little strange in the audition room, but hopefully when you compare it to the finished project, you can see why Kieron’s emotional flexibility was so, so crucial to the success of the project.
ETIHAD AIRWAYS x NYCFC: HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO?
“All you need to know is that it’s possible.” – Wolf, an Appalachian Trail Hiker #MondayMotivation #etihadairways #nycfc #choosewell #forthecity #casting #castingdirectornyc #paladinocasting
“Making A Scene”: The Alec Baldwin Acting Masterclass
Good actors perform. Great actors "make the scene". Learn from the master: Alec Baldwin. - ComedyCentral 😆 Check out this "masterclass" we cast for the #BaldwinRoast on 9/15! #roast #casting #paladinocasting #castingdirectornyc #alecbaldwin
Ashe ‘68 - Sports Illustrated
Are you watching the US Open? In 1968, Arthur Ashe was the first African American to win the US Open and was also ranked the #1 singles player in the world. Check out this VR project we cast: The Ashe ’68 Virtual Reality Experience that brings us to the intimate moments right before his historic win! It was an official selection at Sundance 2019, showcased at Tribeca Film Festival and will be at TIFF 2019. Congrats to the team! #PaladinoCasting #USOpen #inspiration #grandslam #tribecafilmfestival #tiff #sundancefilmfestival
I’m so excited to debut a new project I’ve been working on “Dragon Spring Phoenix Rise” at The Shed The show is a kung fu musical about a secret sect in Flushing, Queens that possesses the magical power to extend human life, and the twin brother and sister caught in the struggle to control it. Tickets to preview performances start JUNE 22nd at $25! Get tickets here: http://bit.ly/2wIY7yu #TheShed #DragonSpringPhoenixRise
No Days Off / Whistle Sports Casting
Check out these impressive and captivating child prodigies we cast for Whistle Sports! 🏃♀️🏆👏 Follow our IG stories to see their journeys 👉https://www.instagram.com/paladinocasting/ #NoDaysOff #thursdaythoughts #paladinocasting #CastingCall
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Happy, Healthy and Safe Holidays to all of you! Love, Paladino Casting
Hyundai Genesis
New Work: Hyundai Genesis Music: Andra Day #onrepeat 💞 #newyorkcity #casting #performingartists #hyundai #blackandwhite #NYIAS #Newyorkinternationalautoshow2017
Busy day at the studios + in the office! ⭐️ #lovewhatwedo #casting #puppykisses #VPVida
Happy May! 🌷🌷 Which actor do you admire most and why? #MondayMotivation #Casting #acting #Violadavis #MonthOfMay
Birthday
Happy Birthday to Nikki! We love having you on our team! Shout-out to Doughnuttery for the donuts! #teampaladino #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #birthdaygirl
ACTORS! 📢 Which of your special skills has helped you book the most jobs? #mondaymotivation #casting #actors #pitchperfect #rebelwilson
3.1 Phillip Lim's style is classic with a sense of madness ⭐️ What's your signature? #whatsyoursignature #LGsignature #Casting #lovewhatwedo LG Electronics USA LG SIGNATURE
Caio Fonseca has his palette, 🎨 What's your signature? #whatsyoursignature #LGSignature #Casting #lovewhatwedo LG Electronics USA LG SIGNATURE
Kristen + Steve jumping into the weekend at trampoLEAN Great way to shake off the week and sweat it out! 💪🏽 #trampoLEAN #Worldhealthday #TGIF #FitnessFriday
We celebrated our Holiday Party last night and had a blast! Grateful to our entire staff and team for an amazing year! XO #paladinoeast #paladinowest #castingworldwide #holidayfun #lovewhatwedo 🎄⛄️🎉
Behind the scenes #MannequinChallenge at our casting session last week! #Casting #Audition #NYC
Mohegan Sun - Ready for that summer vacation? Check out this fun commercial we cast for Mohegan Sun! #throwbackthursday #summerfun #castingnyc #castingLA #castingworldwide #commercials #tv #print #fullservicecastingcompany
Monopoly celebrated its 80th anniversary! Check out this commercial we cast that travels through time! #throwbackthursday #monopoly #timehop
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As they say in Asia, FU MfEr...
Racist!! What is next African American but not to dark??
You guys are pathetic. You have the audacity and ignorance to post this casting, get called out, block mentions on instagram and facebook, turn off instagram comments, JUST TO SAVE FACE. WITHOUT TAKING ANY ACCOUNTABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR ACTIONS. The BRAND apologized before you did. IT IS YOUR TURN TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR IGNORANCE.
You’ve shown your hand in how you cast ethnicities. It’s 2020. I’m sure you can find a better way to say “Asian”, “Asian-American”, etc without being so offensive.
Do better.
A huge thank you to Kristen for Wednesday's Backstage video chat. I learned so much.
Auditions for “MANDELA”
Non Union/Pay
Performances begin in March / Off Broadway at The Actors Temple Theatre on 47th street.
Auditions/ Please call for an appointment/script
We are casting for the role of Winnie Mandela:
Female African American-from 24-35yrs old.
Please bring resume and head shot.
Sunday: February 23rd From 1pm-3pm at:
Community Space 1199 Houses 420 East 111th Street (first floor) Between First Avenue and FDR Drive
CONTACT: John Ruiz, producer Email: [email protected]
646-623-8083
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