Film Picnic Episode May 2, 2025

S2E5: ON CASTING WITH MEGAN BAYLISS

10:00am - 10:57am

Diving into the world of television and film with Clark and Page casting director Megan Bayliss, this episode details the responsibilities that the casting process entails, including the reception and processing of self-tapes and auditions. From tips on what makes an audition memorable to the politics of advocating for specific actors and casting roles within adaptation constraints, Megan takes us inside the minds of the folks behind the cameras in the early stages and explains what goes into making decisions about who makes the final cut.