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  1. 17h ago

    Are Creators the Future of Hollywood?

    Inside this issue, the people rewriting that answer explain what changed. Alan Mruvka, founder of E!, on building a platform where creators own their audience instead of pitching for permission. Viral Nation's Paul Telner on why the audience now comes first and the opportunity follows. And former Tribeca COO Pete Torres on why the next generation of talent deserves a festival of its own.

  2. Jul 6

    What does the future of Voice Acting look like?

    We sit down with the directors and founders of CAVA, NAVA, LAVA & AAVA on where they see the future of voice acting going with the right of technology and automation. PRODUCED BY: Trevar FoxSPECIAL THANKSKim HurdonKH CastingTim FriedlanderTanya BuchananMicaela HicksElysia RotaruSimon KennedyShawn BaichooElley-Ray HennessyMemo SaucedaLAVANAVACAVAAAVATa-Da! Voiceworks Talent AgencyEris Talent Agency, Inc.

  3. Jun 29

    Meet the Team Investing in Young Filmmakers in Windsor, Ontario

    Bill Marks & Tony Polito discuss their next project with Buzzflix and how why Windsor, Ontario was an obvious choice for them to invest in.

  4. Jun 22

    How do I get cast in a commercial? Shasta Lutz from Jigsaw Casting shares what she looks for

    In an industry increasingly obsessed with visibility, algorithms, campaigns, metrics, the most influential players are often the least seen. Casting, long described as the “invisible architecture” of screen storytelling, has begun to inch toward recognition in film circles. The Academy’s recent addition of a casting category signals a long-overdue acknowledgment of the discipline’s creative weight. But beyond awards-season discourse, another arena has quietly carried that influence for decades: commercials. And few understand that ecosystem better than Shasta Lutz. Producer: Trevar FoxPresented by: theWorkbookSpecial Thanks to: Shasta Lutz, Jigsaw Casting

  5. Jun 15

    Inside the Oscars’ New Casting Category and what it means for Casting Directors | Richard Hicks

    For nearly a century, the Academy Awards have honored the creative forces that shape cinema actors, directors, editors, cinematographers and composers among them. Yet one of filmmaking’s most influential crafts has long remained largely invisible to audiences.

  6. Jun 8

    How Vertical Microdramas has become a multi-billion-dollar industry

    We’re excited to reveal our January–February 2026 issue of CENTER STAGE, spotlighting Vertical Microdramas. Viewed by millions worldwide, Vertical Microdramas aren’t going anywhere. We sat down with the actors, directors, and producers behind this new wave of media.⭐ Hear from the producers leading the Vertical Microdrama movement⭐ Discover how Vancouver is becoming a hub for Vertical Microdramas⭐ Learn how Alicia Read & Monika Dalman see the industry growing in 2026 and beyondhttps://publications.castingworkbook.com/center-stage-jan-2026-xj5bl0qm8y

  7. Jun 1

    Meet the Creative Duo Behind the Holiday Films You Can’t Stop Watching

    In our Winter issue of CENTER STAGE, we sat down with Jason Wood & Nancy Bennett to discuss the BOOM of Holiday films and how they came to be.Interested in learning more? Read their interview here:https://publications.castingworkbook.com/center-stage-nov-dec-issue-hms4pckvxn

  8. May 25

    Andrew Walker: Actor, Producer & Founder of SkinMason talks on his experience with Holiday Films

    In our Winter CENTER STAGE issue - our host, Trevar Fox sat down with Andrew Walker (Actor, Producer & Founder of SkinMason) to talk about his experience starring in over 20+ holiday films and being one of the recognizable faces each year for Hallmark.Interested in learning more about Andrew and his work? Read his feature in this month's magazine issue: https://publications.castingworkbook.com/center-stage-nov-dec-issue-hms4pckvxn

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