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Salaries for Casting Director

City
Median
New York
$89,000
San Francisco
$128,000
Seattle
$105,000
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City
Median
New York
$89,000
San Francisco
$128,000
Seattle
$105,000
Austin
$85,000
Toronto
$123,000
London
£31,000
Paris
€50,000
Berlin
€62,000
Tel Aviv
₪47,000
Singapore
S$57,000
Beijing
¥270,000
Shanghai
¥191,000
Bengalaru
₹427,000
Delhi
₹1,200,000
Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

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An Actor's Work
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Classic text on acting that presents Stanislavski's groundbreaking system for creating believable and authentic performances. It must-read for serious actors.
An Actor's Work (Routledge Classics)
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An Actor's Work: A Student's Diary
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An Actor's Work on a Role
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The Path Of The Actor
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Seminal work on acting that presents Chekhov's unique approach to the craft. It must-read for serious actors.
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The Voice Over Actor's Handbook
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Higgins reputable voice actor with an extensive career in the industry. His book valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn the ins and outs of voice acting.
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Voice-over Voice Actor
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This comprehensive guide covers all the basics of voice acting, from choosing the right equipment to developing your vocal skills.
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Acting
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Classic text on acting that provides a comprehensive overview of the Stanislavski system. It valuable resource for actors of all levels.
Acting: The First Six Lessons (Enhanced Edition)
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Sanford Meisner on Acting
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Collection of essays and interviews by Meisner, one of the most influential acting teachers of the 20th century. It valuable resource for actors who want to learn more about his approach to the craft.
Sanford Meisner on Acting
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(Deutsch) Schauspielen. Die Sanford-Meisner-Technik (German...
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Respect for Acting
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Practical guide to acting that offers valuable insights into the creative process. It must-read for actors of all levels.
Respect for Acting: Expanded Version
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Respect for Acting
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(中文) 尊重表演艺术 （最新修订版） Respect for Acting
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Respect for Acting by Uta Hagen (2008-07-04)
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The Actor's Field Guide
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Practical guide to casting for all types of productions, including film, television, and theatre. It covers everything from writing casting breakdowns to auditioning actors to negotiating contracts.
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The Power of the Actor
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Practical guide to acting that focuses on developing the actor's inner life. It valuable resource for actors who want to create more authentic and believable performances.
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The Revolutionary Guide to Acting
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Comprehensive guide to acting that covers everything from auditioning to performing. It valuable resource for actors of all levels.
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Audition
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Comprehensive guide to auditioning for actors. It covers everything from preparing for an audition to dealing with rejection.
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(Deutsch) Erfolgreich Vorsprechen: Audition (German Edition)
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Backwards and Forwards
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Collection of monologues for actors of all ages and skill levels. It valuable resource for actors who need to find material for auditions or performances.
Backwards & Forwards: A Technical Manual for...
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Backwards and Forwards: a Technical Manual for...
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The Richard Burton Diaries
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Practical guide to help actors build a successful career in the entertainment industry. It covers everything from marketing yourself to negotiating contracts.
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Acting Stanislavski
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Collection of exercises and techniques that actors can use to improve their skills. It valuable resource for actors who want to develop their craft.
Acting Stanislavski: A practical guide to...
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Voice into Acting: Integrating Voice and the...
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Voice into Acting: Integrating voice and the...
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Acting on Impulse: Reclaiming the Stanislavski...
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Voice into Acting: Integrating Voice and the...
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Audition
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Offers a comprehensive overview of the casting process, from developing a casting strategy to auditioning actors to directing actors on set.
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(Deutsch) Erfolgreich Vorsprechen: Audition (German Edition)
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The Science of Acting
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Offers actors practical advice on how to prepare for and succeed in auditions.
The Science Of Acting
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The Science Of Acting
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Acting as a Business
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Offers actors practical advice on how to prepare for and succeed in auditions.
Acting as a Business, Fifth Edition: Strategies for...
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Acting as a Business: Strategies for Success by...
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Acting as a Business: Strategies for Success
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How to Be a Successful Actor
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Offers actors practical advice on how to build their careers.
How To Be a Successful Actor: Becoming an...
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How To Be a Successful Actor: Becoming an...
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Thumbs Up!
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Features interviews with casting directors from around the world, offering insights into the casting process.
Thumbs Up! How to Nail Auditions (The Actor's Wheel)
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An Actor's Craft
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Offers actors practical advice on how to build their careers.
An Actor's Craft: The Art and Technique of Acting
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The Art of Voice Acting
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the art of voice acting, from developing your vocal skills to creating believable characters.
The Art of Voice Acting
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Voice Acting For Dummies
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Provides a comprehensive overview of voice acting for beginners. It covers everything from finding work to marketing your services.
Voice Acting For Dummies
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Voice Acting For Dummies
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V-Oh!
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Provides aspiring voice actors with a comprehensive overview of the industry. It covers everything from finding work to marketing your services.
V-Oh!: Tips, Tricks, Tools and Techniques to Start...
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Drake's Journal
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Provides a comprehensive overview of voice acting for video games.
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