Kahleen Crawford (Interview)
Kahleen’s childhood love of black and white films and the actors in them, and obsession with Danny Boyle’s Shallow Grave and Trainspotting, were the start of what led her graduate from Glasgow University with a degree in Film and Television with Theatre Studies.
Shortly after her graduation in 2000, Kahleen applied for a job as an agent’s assistant, but a lengthy telephone conversation led to the agent (Maryam Hunwick) instead telling her about a casting company set up a few months earlier by Gillian Berrie of Sigma Films. Kahleen started in casting the next day.
Kahleen went on to set up KCC in 2006, and in 2014 relocated down south to open the London office. Kahleen is a member of the CDG, and was proud to win the 2019 CDG Award for Casting in a Feature Film for her work on ‘Wild Rose’.
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What Should A New Actor Do To Start A Career In A Professional Way?
Kahleen Crawford, Casting Director
CDGA Winning Casting Director (Outlaw/King; I, Daniel Blake)Any tips for new actors?
Do you have any tips for new actors starting out?
What are some steps for new actors in forging a career?
What can new actors do to make a headway in this career?
How can a ne... -
How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
Kahleen Crawford, Casting Director
CDGA Winning Casting Director (Outlaw/King; I, Daniel Blake)Do 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 actors?
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What Gifts Do You Love & Not Love?
Kahleen Crawford, Casting Director
CDGA Winning Casting Director (Outlaw/King; I, Daniel Blake)What gifts do you not like?
What gifts are too much?
Do you expect thank you gifts as a casting director?
Are cards enough as a thank you gift to casting?
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Storytime: The One About Making Relationships
Kahleen Crawford, Casting Director
CDGA Winning Casting Director | Outlaw/King; I, Daniel BlakeShould I go in for a small role?
Why am I auditioning for small roles?
Is it worth auditioning for small roles?
Are small roles a waste of time?
Why am I still auditioning for small roles?
Why is my ... -
What Are Some Do-s & Don't's For Actor Demo Reels?
Kahleen Crawford, Casting Director
CDGA Winning Casting Director | Outlaw/King; I, Daniel BlakeWhat makes an effective demo reel?
What should I not do in my demo reel?
What should I avoid in my demo reel?
What makes a great demo reel?
Is my demo reel good enough?
Is my demo reel effective?
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What Is It About A Headshot That Grabs Your Attention?
Kahleen Crawford, Casting Director
CDGA Winning Casting Director | Outlaw/King; I, Daniel BlakeWhat makes a great headshot?
How do I know if my headshot is good enough?
Is my headshot enough to attract a casting director's attention?
What makes a great headshot?
What will attract the eye of a ...
