Background & Expertise

CASTING PRODUCER

2010-Present

Development Casting Producer | TV News Executive Producer | J Goldstein Consulting 

• Conducted in-person and Skype interviews, managing a revolving list of potential talent.

• Pitched talent ideas for over 150 different talents, demonstrating high-volume calls, research, and daily scouting.

• Successfully managed production budgets and timelines for multiple projects simultaneously.

• Conducted administrative duties, including report preparation, script formatting, and vendor invoice processing.

Key Achievements:

• Pioneered successful pitches for renowned shows, including MILF Manor (TLC), Unfinished Business (HGTV), and Chasing The Cure (TNT/TBS), Dr. 90210 (E),Ice Lake Rebels 2 (ANML PLT) and many others. 

• Efficiently managed administrative tasks, ensuring smooth pre-production meetings, edit reviews, and final invoicing.

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TV News Executive Producer | The Blaze | 2/2016-6/2018

• Managed a team of 15, overseeing buildout, rundowns, guests, graphics, and elements for newscasts.

• Collaborated with the Digital Media Team to expand the content library on websites and social media channels.

• Booked and coordinated show guests, conducted Skype tests, and managed remote requests.

• Pitched relevant show ideas daily, researched future experts, and provided timely guest ideas for specific topics.

Key Achievements:

• Collaborated with the Digital Media Team to expand the video, photo, and content library on websites and social media channels.

• Leveraged partnerships with bands and brand advocates to maximize exposure for unique content.

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Casting Director-Films | Jennifer Goldstein Casting | 2002-2010

• Read scripts to determine the cast of characters, meeting with directors, writers, and producers.

• Circulated breakdown notices among talent agencies, staying within talent budgets and complying with SAG guidelines.

• Scheduled qualified talent for auditions and watched all rounds, ensuring compliance with Station 12.

Awards:

• Forgotten Pills: Grand Jury Prize winner at the LA Dances With Films Festival.

• Pit Stop: Recipient of the Student Film Academy Award.

• Golden Times: 4-time award winner, Best New Show, Best Cast, Best New Hosts, with a 45% market share in Norway.

• Float: Audience Award Feature Film Winner, Best Screenplay, Rising Star Award, Dances With Films

• May: Nominee Saturn AwardMay: Nominee Saturn Award, Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films

• Mysterious Skin: Nominee Venice Horizons Award Best Film, Venice Film Festival

• The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things: Nominee C.I.C.A.E. Award, Cannes Film Festival

• The Movie Hero: Winner Special Jury Award, Maverick Acting Award

• The X Species: Best Horror or Sci-Fi Film, Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival

• This Girls Life: Winner Best Actress, Milano International Film Festival Awards

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Skills:

• Casting and Production: Extensive experience in talent acquisition and production management.

• Team Leadership: Managed teams of various sizes, demonstrating effective leadership and collaboration.

• Budget Management: Proficient in managing production budgets and timelines simultaneously.

• Technical Skills: Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, video editing software, Mac OS, CMS/WordPress, iNews, Octopus, ENG, and SNG operations.

Additional Skills:

• Media: 10 years of experience in paid media, strong relationships with stations, broadcasters, and tech platforms.

• Ad Tech: Knowledge of traditional and digital ad tech stacks, ability to communicate with technical buyers and provide clear ROI.

• Product-Focused Mindset: Ability to articulate plans to scale and systematize tasks across a team.

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