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Casting strategy & process · Core

Casting brief

Also called: casting spec, role brief

ELI5

A document explaining the roles, qualities, identities, performance needs and practical requirements for casting.

Used in conversation

“We need one more pass on the casting brief before the meeting.”

Pitch context

A director may use this term to turn a broad intention into a specific performance or casting choice.

Why it matters: Translates creative intention into casting, rehearsal, performance and on-set direction.

Connected terms

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