We surveyed 301 casting directors to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical casting director. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a casting director?
Low
High
Working as a casting director typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a casting director?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a casting director typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a casting director?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a casting director. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for casting directors.