Seth Yanklewitz (Interview)
Seth Yanklewitz is the former Vice President of Network casting at Fox Broadcasting
On the television side, his credits include Mindy Kaling’s limited series Four Weddings and a Funeral for HULU; the DC Comic’s series Pennyworth, the original series Godfather of Harlem and the upcoming Chapelwaite based on the Stephen King novel on EPIX; the Vikings series spinoff Valhalla for Netflix and the next installment of Fargo for FX.
On the feature side, his credits include Candyman, Respect and the Samaritan.
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A Conversation With Casting Director, Seth Yanklewitz
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownGayle Pillsbury has cast dozens of the biggest shows on television. Her first long running show was 3rd Rock from the Sun of which she cast 67 episodes.
Its success propelled her casting career...
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Seth Yanklewitz: Rapidfire
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownWhere 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 heads... -
What Are Some Do-s & Don't-s For Actor Demo Reels?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownWhat 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?
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Do Late Career Break Happen More With Comedy Actors Than Dramatic Actors?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownIf I haven't made it in my 20s, is it over for me?
Can I break into comedy when I am older?
What age is too old to break into comedy?
Is it harder to break into drama or comedy more as an older a... -
Do You Teach Any Classes Or Workshops For Actors?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownDo you teach classes or workshops for actors?
What kind of classes or workshops do you teach?
Do you offer workshops for actors?
What kind of workshops does Seth Yanklewitz offer for actors?
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What Would You Say To A Petrified Actor Auditioning For You For The First Time?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownWhy 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 nervo... -
Do You Teach Any Classes For Actors?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownIs Seth Yanklewitz teaching any classes at this time?
Is Seth Yanklewitz teaching actors at this time?
Any classes with Seth Yanklewitz coming up?
Is Seth Yanklewitz teaching soon?
What classes a... -
What Has Motivated You To Take A Chance On Auditioning An Actor You Don't Know?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownWhat made you take a chance on an actor you don't lnow?
When do you take a chance on new actors?
Why would you take a chance on a new actor?
Would you ever take a chance on a new actor?
What woul... -
What Are Some Do-s & Don't-s For Actor’s Headshots?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownHow do I shoot a winning headshot?
What do you look for in a great headshot?
What is the recipe for success of an effective actor headshot?
How do I make my face stand out in my headshot?
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What Do You See Seasoned Actors Do Differently To New Actors In Auditions?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownWhat 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 ne... -
What Are Some Do(s) & Dont(s) For Self Tapes?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownWhat 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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When, If Ever, Can Actors Improvise Or Paraphrase In Auditions?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
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Do You Like Actors To Wear Costumes Or Dress The Part?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
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Does SAG-AFTRA Vs SAG-AFTRA Eligible Make A Difference In Casting?
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Have You Ever Hired An Actor From An Unsolicited Self Tape?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownHas an unsolicited tape ever led to a booking?
Have you booked from a tape you didn't ask for before?
Has your office hired actors from tapes you didn't request before?
Would you ever hire an act... -
Which Props (If Any) Are Appropriate In Auditions?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director CSA
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownCan I bring props to an audition?
Who provides props at an audition?
What props should I bring to a casting?
What props can I use at a casting?
What props is OK to bring to casting?
What props aren... -
How Do You Feel About Actors Sending A Thank You Present When You Hire Them?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownDo 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 acto... -
What Background Colours Do You Like For Self Tapes?
What 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 best for backdrops?
For my self tape auditions, what backdrop colors should I choose?
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What % Of Actors Auditioned Are Working Actors vs New Talent?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownHow many new actors do you see for a role?
How many new actors vs professional actors would you see for each role?
How many new actors vs working actors do you see?
What’s the percentage of new a... -
Has A Bad Self Tape Reader Ever Cost An Actor A Job?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director C.S.A
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownDo 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?
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Do You Audition Non-Union Actors?
Seth Yanklewitz, Casting Director CSA
CSA Artios Winner | The Hangover, New Girl, Eastbound & DownDo you see non-union actors?
Do you only see union actors?
Do you see union and non-union actors?
If I am non-union, will you see me?
Does Seth Yanklewitz see non-union actors?
If I am non-union, c... -
Where Do You Find Readers For Your Audition Sessions?
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What Is Your Preferred Delivery Method For Self Tapes?
What 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?
Do I make my self tapes downloadable for casting?
How does casting like to receive my self tapes?
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If An Actor Truly Bombs An Audition, Should They Reach Out To Apologize?
I 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?
I bombed an audition - what now?
Is there any way to make up for a bad audition?
What can I do after bombing...
