Lisa Zambetti (Interview)
Originally from the Bay Area, Lisa spent over a decade in NYC as an actress on Broadway and Off, writer, director and producer for many award winning theatre companies. While working at the Ensemble Studio Theatre, Lisa met casting legend Billy Hopkins who opened her eyes to the wonders of the casting world. After interning with Billy, Kerry Barden, Paul Schnee and Suzanne Smith, Lisa moved to Los Angeles where she worked her way up to assistant with such fantastic CDS as LaPadura & Hart, Debra Zane, Bialy/Thomas and Linda Lowy. Lisa also was a casting coordinator at NBC/Universal where she got to see the network/studio side of the industry. Lisa landed her first associate job with the badass Susie Farris where she worked on many comedies for both network and cable. Later Lisa moved on to the world of procedural drama where she was an associate and later head casting director on CBS' long running show "Criminal Minds", as well as co-casting director on the spin-off "Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders". Lisa is very proud to have worked for many years with independent film casting queen Emily Schweber on award winning movies and video game projects. Lisa is an active member of the Casting Society of America where she serves on the Artistic Development Committee. In addition to casting, Lisa is a successful podcaster who co-hosts the award winning True Crime podcast "Real Crime Profile" on the Wondery network. Lisa uses her podcast platform to be a victims' advocate, particularly for children who have suffered from mental, physical and sexual abuse, as well as for victims of stalking and domestic violence.
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Do You Watch Demo Reels Or Prefer Individual Clips?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsWhat is more effective: demo reel or individual clips?
What is more effective: individual clips or demo reel?
Do you like individual clips or demo reel?
Do you like demo reels or individual clips?
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Do Actors Transition Better From Drama To Comedy; Or Comedy To Drama?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsDo you see dramatic actors for comedic roles?
Are comedic roles the domain of only comedy actors?
Are actors able to move between drama and comedy?
I'm a dramatic actor can I go in for comedic roles?
I'm a comedy actor ca... -
Do You Ever Bring Someone In Solely From Their Headshot?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsHow important is a headshot to casting?
Will a headshot alone get me into a casting office?
How much weight does a headshot have on your decisions?
Are headshots persuasive to get me into a casting office?
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Do You Ask For Headshots & Resumes In Hardcopy?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsDo I need a hard cop of a headshot at Lisa Zambetti's office?
Do I need hard copy of a resume when I go to Lisa Zambetti's office?
Does Lisa Zambetti require hard copies of photo and resume?
Does Lisa Zambetti require har... -
Does SAG-AFTRA vs SAG-AFTRA Eligible Make A Difference?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsDoes SAG-AFTRA eligible carry the same weight as SAG-AFTRA membership?
Do you view SAG-AFTRA eligible differently to SAG-AFTRA membership?
What does SAG-AFTRA eligible mean?
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What Are Some Tips For Actors When They Are On A Film Or TV Set?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsDo 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 Lisa Zambetti have any tips for talent when on set?
Do you have any tips for me when I am on set?
Ho... -
Do You Teach Any Classes For Actors?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsIs Lisa Zambetti teaching any classes at this time?
Is Lisa Zambetti teaching actors at this time?
Any classes with Lisa Zambetti coming up?
Is Lisa Zambetti teaching soon?
What Classes Are You Teaching At This Time Lisa ... -
What Are The Roles & Duties Of The Various Casting Positions In Your Office?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsWhat 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 casting office, what are the rol... -
How Many Actors Do You See For Co-star & Guest Star Roles?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsHow many actors do you see for co-star?
How many actors will you see for a guest star?
What is the number of actors you will see for a guest star?
For a guest star, how many actors will you see?
For a co-star, how many ac... -
How Many Actors Do You See In The Room & On Tape For Each Role?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsHow 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 actors you see for each role y... -
How Many Actors Do You Usually Present To The Filmmakers For Each Role?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsHow 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 many selections will you show ... -
How Much Input Do You Feel You Have In The Final Casting Decisions?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsHow 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 final decision?
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How Long Do You Watch A Tape Before You Know They're Not Right For The Role?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsHow 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?
Do you turn a self tape off wh... -
How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsDo 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?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsWhat 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?
Do cards look cheap from a casting director POV?
Should I be sen... -
What Should Actors Use For A Prop Gun?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsShould I bring a prop gun to an audition?
Should I bring guns to an audition?
What should I use instead of a gun at an audition?
What do I hold instead of a gun at an audition?
At an audition, do I bring a gun?
At an audi... -
Do You Like Actors To Wear Costumes Or Dress The Part?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsShould 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?
Would you recommend, full costume at an audition?
At an audition, c... -
Do You Have Any Tips For Slates?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsHow do I slate?
How do I film an effective slate?
What makes a good slate?
Do you have any tips for a good slate?
What's a slate?
How do actors slate?
How should I slate on a self tape?
What do you look for in a slate?
Ca... -
Do You Have Any Tips For Headshots?
with Lisa Zambetti, CSA
Artios Nominated Casting Director | Criminal MindsWhat makes a good headshot?
What is a good headshot?
What tips do you have for headshots?
Does Lisa Zambetti have tips for a great headshot?
How does a great headshot grab attention?
What are the ingredients for a great h...
