Getting called into a casting office once is exciting—but how do actors build the kind of professional relationships that lead to repeat auditions, recommendations, and long-term trust? In this insightful session, Paushali Banik shares her perspective from working across multiple major casting offices and her current work alongside renowned casting director Jina Jay on high-profile international productions.

Drawing on experience across television and film casting, Paushali explores what makes casting teams remember actors for the right reasons, and why consistency, professionalism, and collaboration matter just as much as talent. The session will examine how actors can build genuine working relationships over time—through auditions, recalls, workshops, self-tapes, and even difficult casting situations where they may not book the role.

Actors will gain valuable insight into what casting offices notice behind the scenes: communication etiquette, preparation, adaptability, responsiveness to notes, and the ability to create a positive working experience under pressure. Paushali will also discuss how actors can stay visible without becoming overwhelming, when it’s appropriate to reconnect with casting teams, and how to approach career updates, new materials, and industry networking professionally.

The seminar will also touch on the increasingly international nature of casting, and how actors from around the world can build ongoing relationships with UK and global casting offices remotely through strong self-tapes, professionalism, and consistency over time.