Emily Frohnhoefer
New York,NY
Summary
A detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy in a fast paced environment. Currently seeking a full-time position in media and entertainment that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Casting Associate
Grant Wilfley Casting
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Coordinated wardrobe fitting schedules, COVID testing and compliance, and submission details of 5,000 background actors on 4 TV series and 2 film productions
- Collaborated closely with Directors and Assistant Directors to define background needs of each scene in a production to cast proper background actors, stand-ins, photo doubles, and actors with special abilities
- Communicated consistently via email, phone, and text with multiple department heads and actors to relay accurate production information/instructions for filming
- Directly supervised and mentored 1-3 Casting Assistants and/or Junior Associates per production
Casting Associate
Grant Wilfley Casting
06.2017 - 09.2020
- Interpreted production schedules, breakdowns, one-liners and call sheets, and maintained detailed records of actors' work for 2,000 backgrounds actors on 3 TV series productions
- Complied with all SAG-AFTRA and child labor rules to ensure all actors were compensated and treated fairly
- Expanded ability to pivot quickly and creatively solve problem during fast paced and constantly evolving production schedules
Casting Assistant
Grant Wilfley Casting
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Supported Casting Directors and Associates during production of 2 large-scale films and 2 TV series with total of 1,500 background actors
- Learned needs and considerations taken into account for period-piece productions
- Broadened knowledge of SAG-AFTRA rules and regulations
Casting Associate
Barbara McNamara Casting
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Acted as primary support to Casting Director for total of 14 productions across Film and Television, casting nearly 7,000 background actors
- Attended production meetings, sorting through extras breakdowns, finding appropriate background actors, sending out daily skins to production, filling out necessary union forms, and helping on set when needed
- Coordinated, scheduled and ran principal role auditions for television productions, including recording and uploading auditions, confirming contracts, and sending deal memos
Receptionist
Roundabout Theatre Company
04.2011 - 08.2013
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records
- Provided general office support by answering and directing calls, posting and sorting mailings, stocking supply closet, and keeping printer/copiers in working order
Casting Intern
Barbara McNamara Casting
10.2012 - 07.2013
- Assisted with searching for and booking appropriate background actors for TV & Film productions
- Communicated with actors ensuring actors’ availability, making sure they have all needed production details
- Organized office forms, maintained headshots/resumes
- Other assorted tasks as needed, included answering all incoming calls, greeting and announcing guests, posting and sorting mail, stocking supply closet, and filing
Intern
Duncan Stewart And Company
10.2012 - 07.2013
- Assisted in all aspects of casting for theatrical stage musicals and plays across 3 different season including but not limited to sorting/filing submissions, scheduling appointments, and coordinating with agents and actors
- Prepared audition rooms, as well as printed headshots session sheets, and sides for fast-paced audition schedules
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
State University of New York
New Paltz, NYSkills
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
- Mac proficient
- Google Suite
- Breakdown Express
- Casting Networks
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Senior Casting Associate
Grant Wilfley Casting
09.2020 - 10.2023
Casting Associate
Grant Wilfley Casting
06.2017 - 09.2020
Casting Assistant
Grant Wilfley Casting
02.2016 - 06.2017
Casting Associate
Barbara McNamara Casting
08.2013 - 01.2016
Casting Intern
Barbara McNamara Casting
10.2012 - 07.2013
Intern
Duncan Stewart And Company
10.2012 - 07.2013
Receptionist
Roundabout Theatre Company
04.2011 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
State University of New York
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