Dave Newman (Interview)
David has worked in various aspects of the industry for the last 30 years, the last 20 years in casting, including 7 years working with Christine King Casting. Having started his casting career with hundreds of commercial projects he then progressed to work on some of the biggest and most successful feature film & long-form drama projects to shoot in Australia.
He spent 15 months as the Australian Casting Associate on 'The Pacific' (Stephen Spielberg, Tom Hanks, HBO), scoured the country and personally conducting well over 3000 auditions on this project alone. 'The Pacific' won the 2010 Emmy award for Outstanding Casting for a Mini Series, Movie or Special – Dave calls The Pacific his ‘degree in casting’. For the past two years Dave has been honoured to represent his peers as Vice President of the Casting Guild of Australia.
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What Backdrop Colors Do You Prefer In A Self Tape?
with David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director
Dora the Explorer, Tidelands & The Family LawWhat backdrop colors are best for self tapes?
For self tapes, what backdrop color should I choose?
Is blue best for self tapes?
Is a grey background best for self tapes auditions?
What color is bes... -
Do You Ask For Headshots & Resumes In Hardcopy?
with David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director
Dora the Explorer, Tidelands & The Family LawDo I need a hard cop of a headshot at David Newman‘s office?
Do I need hard copy of a resume when I go to David Newman’s office?
Does David Newman require hard copies of photo and resume?
Does Davi... -
If I Can't Find A Reader, Can I Pre-Record The Other Character's Lines Myself?
with David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director
Dora the Explorer, Tidelands & The Family LawCan I tape my own voice reading the other role's lines for a self tape?
When I can't find a reader can I record on my own?
Can I tape a self tape without a reader?
If I can't get another actor to r... -
Does MEAA Membership Make A Difference For Actors?
with David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director
Dora the Explorer, Tidelands & The Family LawWill you see non-MEAA actors?
Are non-MEAA actors still able to audition?
Is not being MEAA a deal breaker to auditioning?
Will you audition someone who is not with MEAA?
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Do You Like Actors To Wear Costumes Or Dress The Part?
With David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director
Dora the Explorer, Tidelands & The Family LawShould I dress in full costume at a casting?
Can I costume for an audition?
Should I wear full costume at a casting?
At a casting, can I go full costume?
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How Many Megabytes Should A Self Tape Be When Sending To Casting?
with David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawShould I export my self tape at the highest resolution?
How big is too big when exporting my self tape?
Should I send low res self tapes?
What is the ideal size for casting in regard to ... -
Storytime: The One About Actor Mental Health
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer, Tidelands & The Family LawWhere do you post auditions?
Do you audition non-union actors?
Does SAG-AFTRA vs SAG-AFTRA Elligible make a difference?
Where do you find readers for your audition sessions?
Do you ask for headshots a... -
How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawDo you like actors sending a thank you present when you hire them?
Do you expect actors sending a thank you present when you hire them?
What are your thoughts on thank you card presents from a... -
How Much Input Do You Feel You Have In The Final Casting Decisions?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawHow much say do you have in the final casting decision?
Do you get a say in the final casting decision?
Does casting have a say in the final decision?
Do casting directors get a say in the fin... -
How Long Do You Watch A Tape Before You Know They're Not Right For The Role?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawHow long do you watch a self tape before you know they're not right for the role?
How much do you watch of a self Tape?
How much of a self tape do you watch?
Do you watch a whole self tape?
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What Are Some Do(s) & Dont(s) For Self Tapes?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawWhat are the do's and don't's of self tapes?
Can you tell me the dos and don't of self tapes?
Are there some dos and don'ts of self tapes?
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How Many Actors Do You Usually Present To The Filmmakers For Each Role?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawHow many actors will you show the filmmakers?
How many actors will be shown to a film maker?
How many actors will you submit to producers?
How many actors will you show to a tv producer?
How m... -
How Many Actors Do You See In The Room & On Tape For Each Role?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawHow many actors do you see for a co-star?
How many actors do you see for a guest star?
How many actors do you see for a lead roler?
How many actors to you see per role?
What is the number of a... -
Do You Allow Unrepresented Actors To Submit On Your Projects?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawDo you let unrepresented actors to submit on your projects?
Would you allow unrepresented actors to submit on your projects?
Do you bring in unrepresented actors into castings?
Are you open to... -
What Are The Roles & Duties Of The Various Casting Positions In Your Office?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawWhat are the roles in a casting office?
What are the roles & duties of the various casting positions in your office? (which person does which task?)
Who does what in a casting office?
In a cas... -
What Are Some Tips For Actors When They Are On A Film Or TV Set?
David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawDo you have tips for actors when they are on a film or TV set?
Any tips for actors when i am on a film or TV set?
Does David Newman have any tips for talent when on set?
Do you have any tips... -
How Do You Think Covid-19 Will Affect The Film & TV Industry Short & Long Term?
With David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawWill covid affect acting?
How will covid affect acting?
What are the short term ramifications of covid?
What are the long term ramifications of covid?
Will the film and tv industry be affe... -
What Can Actors Do To Make The Most Of Their Free Time?
With David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawWhat should actors do in the downtime?
Any ideas on how actors can best use downtime?
What can actors do in the down time
How can an actor use the downtime to further their careers?
What D... -
Which Actors Have You Cast The Most & Why?
With David Newman, CGA
CGA Winning Casting Director | Dora the Explorer & LCoG, Tidelands, The Family LawWhat kind of actors does Dave Newman cast regularly?
What does David Neman look for in an actor to become a reliable casting?
Who are David Newman's go to actors?
Does David Neman has acto...
