Screen-Test Intensive MCGREGOR CASTING

WILL PEARCE, CASTING DIRECTOR AT TOP-TIER SYDNEY FILM & TELEVISION CASTING AGENCY, McGREGOR CASTING, JOINS US IN OUR MELBOURNE STUDIO.

An Intensive 3-hour Screen-Test Session. In Studio. On Camera.

Saturday 5th of October, 2024
2:00pm – 5:00pm

McGregor Casting has earned its reputation as a top-tier, award-winning Casting Agency due to its exceptional track record of successfully matching talented performing artists with high-profile Film & Television projects. The agency’s team of experienced casting directors possess a keen eye for talent and a deep understanding of the industry, allowing them to consistently deliver outstanding results. McGregor Castings commitment to professionalism, personalized service, and industry connections has set them apart as a leader in the field, earning them recognition and accolades for their contributions to the entertainment industry. Their dedication to excellence and passion for supporting emerging and establish talent have solidified their position as a top-tier agency both in Australia and Internationally.

Currently in production/pre-production: EAST OF EDEN (a limited Netflix series adaptation of John Steinbeck’s classic novel, with Zoe Kazan writing and executive producing, and Florence Pugh attached to star and co-produce); SCRUBLANDS S2 (Starring Luke Arnold and Bella Heathcote); THE TWELVE (Series 3); MIX-TAPE (a four-part event miniseries adapted from the popular and critically acclaimed novel by Jane Sanderson and co-produced by the Foxtel Group, Aquarius Films and one of Ireland’s leading production companies, Subotica; PLUM (a powerful 6-part series starring Brendan Cowell and Asher Keddie); and many more…

Please CLICK HERE for McGREGOR CASTINGS extensive body of work and awards.

Learning how to screen-test for film and television is all-important for emerging actors. It is a crucial skill that can significantly impact your chances of landing roles in the industry. Screen-testing allows you to showcase your talent, versatility, and ability to embody a character effectively on camera. By mastering the art of screen-testing, you can demonstrate your on-screen presence, emotional range, and ability to take direction, all of which are essential qualities that casting directors look for when selecting actors for roles. Additionally, screen-testing provides you with valuable experience in working in front of the camera, helping you feel more comfortable and confident during auditions and on set. Learning how to screen-test for film and television is a key component of an actor’s training and can greatly enhance your chances of success in the industry.

An Intensive 3 hours, Mastering the Fundamentals of Screen-Testing for Prime-Time Television.

• In Studio. On Camera. A Practical, hands-on intimate session learning how to Professionally Screen-Test with Casting Director Will Pearce, McGREGOR CASTING.
• Current Prime-Time Television Scenes will be provided prior to the commencement of your session.
• Strictly 16 placements available. 
• Actors 16 years+

FACILITATED BY CASTING DIRECTOR WILL PEARCE // MCGREGOR CASTING:

Will Pearce is a Casting Director living and working on Gadigal Land, Sydney. His casting career began in London, where he worked alongside some of the UK’s top casting directors. 

Will joined McGregor Casting in 2017 and has worked on many local & international projects including: The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Babyteeth, Foe, Evil Dead Rise, The Unusual Suspects, The Twelve, Apples Never Fall, The Wilds, Fisk & The Deb. 

Will’s recent casting credits include: Fisk S3 (ABC), Mix Tape (BINGE), The Role of a Lifetime (ABC), Zombies 4 Aus Casting (Disney+) + TVCS & Short films. 

He is particularly proud of the short film 14 in February which was nominated for Best Casting in a Short Film at the 2023 Casting Guild of Australia awards. 

Will’s dedication and talent have earned him the prestigious title of Rising Talent for Casting for 2024 by IF Magazine. 

Pearce is an active member of the CGA, passionate about developing strong working relationships with fellow creatives and strives to look further afield to unearth new talent .