Lou Mitchell (Interview)
Australian Casting Director that’s been in the game for over 30 years! A crucial member of Maura Fay Casting she’s cast roughly 280 episodes of television and 20 films. Her longest running shows include 65 eps of Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, 74 eps of The Saddle Club, 58 eps of City Homicide, and 19 eps of The Doctor Blake Mysteries for which she won the New York Festivals Bronze World Medal for drama casting
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What Are Some Do(s) & Dont(s) For Self Tapes?
Lou Mitchell
What 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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A Conversation With Casting Director Lou Mitchell
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubLou Mitchell is an Australian casting director that’s been in the game for over 30 years!
A crucial member of Maura Fay Casting she’s cast roughly 280 episodes of television and 20 films.
Her longest running shows in...
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Lou Mitchell: Rapidfire
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubWhere 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?
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What Would You Like Actors To Know In General About Casting?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubWhat do you want actors to know about the casting process?
Can you share something that will demystify the casting process?
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What Would You Say To A Petrified Actor Auditioning For You For The First Time?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubWhy am I nervous in an audition?
Why are first time actors nervous at audition?
What makes an actor nervous in an audition room?
What does nerves mean for an actor in audition?
Why do I get nervous at casting?
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When Is It Appropriate To Approach a Casting Director Directly?
When, if ever, can I reach out directly to a CD?
Do actors contact casting directors directly?
Can I contact a CD directly?
Is it appropriate to call a CD?
Can I mail Lou Mitchell my materials?
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Do You Teach Any Classes For Actors?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubIs Lou Mitchell teaching any classes at this time?
Is Lou Mitchell teaching actors at this time?
Any classes with Lou Mitchell coming up?
Is Lou Mitchell teaching soon?
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What Are Some Ways You Have Met Or Found New Talent?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubHow do you meet new talent?
How does Lou Mitchell meet new talent?
What can I do to meet casting directors as a fresh talent?
Where can I meet Lou as an unrepresented talent?
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What Is Your Preferred Delivery Method For Self Tapes?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubWhat method should I submit my tape via?
Should I post my self tapes to You Tube to give to casting?
Should I post my self tapes to Vimeo to give to casting?
Should my self tapes be downloadable?
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Has A Bad Self-Tape Reader Ever Cost An Actor A Job?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubDo bad self tape readers ruin self tapes?
What is the impact of a bad reader in a self tape?
Should I retape if my reader is bad?
Are bad readers on a self tape a deal breaker?
Can a bad self tape reader stop me from boo... -
How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubDoes Lou Mitchell like thank you presents after an actor books?
Do actors have to give thank you presents to casting?
Is it expected to give casting directors thank you presents?
Do casting directors expect thank you pre... -
Do You Like When Actors Send Thank You Notes After An Audition?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubDo you expect an actor to follow up with a thank you note after an audition?
Should actors follow up with a thank you note after an audition?
Do casting directors expect an actor to follow up with a thank you note after ... -
Do You Ever Watch Unsolicited Self Tapes Sent By Representation?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubWould you watch a tape you didn't ask sent by agents?
Would you want a tape that you didn't ask for if it was sent by an agent you trusted?
Do you watch tapes sent by management if you didn't request them?
If an actor's... -
Do You Like Actors To Wear Costumes Or Dress The Part?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubShould 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?
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If An Actor Truly Bombs An Audition, Should They Reach Out To Apologize?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubI bombed my audition - what should I do?
Should I apologize to casting about a bad audition?
After a bad audition, should I apologize?
Should I check in with casting if I bomb an audition?
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Is it Helpful If An Actor Had Character Based Headshots?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubShould I get character based headshots?
Is there value in showing all the characters I can do through headshots?
Should I show different character emotions in my headshots?
Does Lou Mitchell engage with headshots that sh... -
If I Can't Find A Reader, Can I Pre-Record The Other Character's Lines Myself?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubCan 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?
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In An Audition, Should I Talk In The Character's Voice Before & After The Scene?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubShould I stay in accent the whole audition?
Should I arrive in character to an audition?
Should I stay in character during an audition?
Should I speak in the character's voice before and after my audition?
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How Much Input Do You Feel You Have In The Final Casting Decisions?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubHow 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?
Do CDs get a sa... -
How Long Do You Watch A Self Tape Before You Know They're Not Right?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubHow 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 w... -
What Do You See Seasoned Actors Do Differently To New Actors In Auditions?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubWhat do professional actors do differently to new actors in an audition?
What separates the professional actors from new actors in an audition?
How can you tell a professional actors from a new actor in an audition?
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What % Of Actors Auditioned Are Working Actors vs New Talent?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubHow many new actors vs working actors do you see?
What’s the percentage of new actors vs working actors that you audition?
How many new actors do you see for a role?
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What Are Some Tips For Actors When They Are On A Film Or TV Set?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubDo 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 Lou Mitchell have any tips for talent when on set?
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How Many Actors Do You Usually Present To The Filmmakers For Each Role?
Lou Mitchell
Casting Director | Snowy River: The McGregor Saga, Saddle ClubHow 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...
