Building Our Own Casting System

Why It’s Time to Go In-House

I’ve been thinking a lot about how I approach casting for my projects, and honestly, it’s time for a shift. Moving forward, I plan to handle all casting in-house through a system we develop and manage on DesktopEpics. Why? Because when I take the lead in casting, it works—and not just for my projects, but for the talent too.

I’ve been fortunate to cast incredible people in my early projects, and many of them have gone on to do amazing things—Broadway, major motion pictures, television, even award-winning performances. It’s genuinely one of the most rewarding aspects of what I do. But here’s the catch: when I rely on others to cast for me, or I end up choosing based on favors or someone else’s recommendation, things don’t always align the way I need them to.

The solution? Build my own system.

The Plan

The idea is simple: create an internal casting platform on DesktopEpics. This will allow me to tap into a talent pool of people I’ve already worked with and build upon it with new faces. Here’s how it will work:

Start With the Familiar
The first step is reaching out to cast members from previous projects. These talented individuals will be invited to register on the platform for free. It’s a no-pressure opportunity for them to stay in the loop and for me to keep track of their availability for future projects.Grow Organically
Over time, as I discover more incredible talent—whether through chance encounters, auditions, or recommendations—they’ll be invited to self-register. This keeps the talent pool growing and ensures I can always call on the right person for the right role, even if the project isn’t immediate.Go Beyond Visual
This isn’t just for film and video projects. Audio work, voice acting, and other creative roles will also draw from this pool. Every project I work on from now on will use this system to find talent.The Challenges

Of course, the big hurdle will be getting people to use the system initially. Drawing talent to something new isn’t easy, but I believe the relationships I’ve already built will make a strong starting point. From there, word of mouth and the quality of the projects we produce will help attract more people.

Why Not Use Backstage or Similar Platforms?

Platforms like Backstage were a great resource when I was starting out, and I’m grateful for them. Casting directly through my own system ensures that the process reflects the unique needs of my projects and my vision. When I meet someone incredible, even if there’s no immediate role for them, they’re part of my creative universe when the right opportunity comes along.

Moving Forward

This system is still in its early days, but I’m excited about the possibilities. It’s a way to take control of one of the most important aspects of any project while building something that will support both my work and the talented people I’m lucky enough to collaborate with.

If you’ve worked with me before, stay tuned—I’ll be reaching out soon about registering. And if we haven’t worked together yet but you’d like to, keep an eye out for when the system goes live. I’m always looking for the next brilliant voice or performance.

Here’s to building something bigger, better, and truly unique.

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