Success in the screen industry often comes from understanding not just your role as an actor, but how the entire creative process works around you. In this insightful session, Max Grant of Curtis Brown draws on his unique experience across casting, representation, and creative development to give actors a clearer understanding of how decisions are really made behind the scenes.

From the first script draft to final casting approvals, Max explores how agents, writers, directors, producers, and casting directors work together to shape a project—and what each of them is looking for when identifying talent. 
The session will also look at how actors can position themselves more strategically in today’s television landscape: understanding tone and storytelling, building strong creative relationships, navigating meetings professionally, and recognising the importance of collaboration beyond the audition room. Max will discuss the qualities that make actors stand out to writers and directors, including adaptability, preparation, instinct, professionalism, and creative contribution.

This seminar is also ideal for actors interested in diversifying into writing, directing, or developing their own projects. By understanding how stories are commissioned, developed, and cast, attendees will gain a broader perspective on the industry and how to build a multi-hyphenate creative career.