117. An In Depth Discussion with Talent Manager, Sharon Paz!
This week on Tipsy Casting! We are excited to welcome the agent turned manager extraordinaire, Sharon Paz! Sharon spent 21 years at A3 Artists Agency — and Abrams Artists Agency, as it was formerly known — as a veteran talent agent. In 2024 she transitioned to management with the launch of the L.A.-based Paz Talent.Clients joining her at her new company Luke Tennie (Shrinking), Firas Nassar (Invasion), Boris McGiver (Teacup, Servant), Josh Bitton (The Pacific), Brad Beyer (Thank You for Your Service), and Caroline Clay (Grey’s Anatomy). In this episode we discuss...How she started in the industry as an actor in the early 2000s to transitioning to Abrams and then ultimately starting her own management after A3 shut down in 2024We discuss the rollercoaster of since the first strike in 2008 and all that she’s weathered and she weighs in on how she sees things in the present and how the industry has fundamentally changed throughout her career and now is changed forever after the strike.We discuss AI and the BETTY GILPIN Open letter to the AI actress article (linked here)The biggest hazard of all our jobs gets discussed (Spoiler alert!) .. finding out who dies prior to airingHow she has experience the industry evolving especially with her relationships with CDsWhat she looks for when she meets new actorsMake sure you are subscribed to Tipsy Casting on all platforms as well as rate and review the podcast!!!Resources:Sharon's InstagramSharon's IMDBPaz Talent Deadline Article──────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting Journeys
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116. An In-Depth Conversation with Cinematographer, Ed Wu!
This week on Tipsy Casting! We are so thrilled to have a FIRST on the show as we welcome the extremely talented cinematographer, Ed Wu to the podcast! Ed is a man of many talents including being a classically-trained Violinist, Ultimate Frisbee Athlete and most importantly a cat lover! Ed was recognized as one of the Rising Stars of Cinematography in the February 2017 issue of American Cinematographer. In 2016, he was selected to be a part of Variety's Below-the-Line Impact Report - Up Next Category. Ed transplanted to Los Angeles from Long Island, NY in search of uncovering and learning the magic behind visual storytelling. To refine his craft, Ed was accepted to study at the prestigious American Film Institute, receiving an MFA in cinematography. Through his experiences as a cinematographer and wanderer of the world, he's seen the power of an image and constantly continues to search for the perfect frame to tell the story. He is extremely knowledgeable and I was able to see that first hand on the films we have worked on together like LINOLEUM and SLEGHT. His other recent credits include MOTHER OF THE BRIDE, PONYBOI and LOST ODYSSEY: SHADOWS OF DESTINY to name a few. In this episode we discuss...How he went from being a violinist/sports guy to learning the cinematography wold and wanting to train up in it. He breaks down all the terminology of the roles within the camera and lighting departments so we can best understand each role. We dive into the many different ways to go about gaining experience and climbing the preverbal ladder. He breaks down 2 of his favorite scenes from the film LINOLEUM and how they pulled off these not only amazing shots of dropping a car but also the emotional breakdown of scenes and the challenges. We discuss how being the head of department has its advantages but also disadvantages in running the crew and how the intimate relationship with the director really comes into play. How he approaches working with actors in such a close environment from the day they meet to the evolution throughout the shoot.He gives his tips to actors on how to best be an actor’s DP and help him help you look your best on screen!And lastly any particular genres or types of films that are on his manifesting list to be a part of Make sure you are subscribed to Tipsy Casting on all platforms as well as rate and review the podcast!!!Resources: Ed's WebsiteEd's IMDBEd's Instagram──────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting Journeys
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115. Jumping into November with Industry Chatter, Updates and a fun Q&A!
Welcome back to Tipsy Casting! We are so excited to dive into the holiday season and with that we start November off with an update on how Jess' big gala event went for A Cause for Entertainment! If you were unable to attend but still want to be a part of this years amazing fundraising event, you can visit A CAUSE FOR ENTERTAINMENT Website to join the online auctions or to donate directly to the charity. We also chat about all the industry news over the past month, from studios being bought, to studio casting departments getting eliminated and many more!Lastly we jump into all the Q&A that were submitted for us (via instagram!) along with some sweet comments from listeners. Grab your favorite cocktail or mocktail and get cozy for this episode!As always please subscribe, rate and review the episodes! We love all the engagement! ────────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting Journeys Get Casting Life Away Merch here!
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114. A Modern Class of Casting Visionaries- Featuring Shakyra Dowling!
This month we are so excited to have the extremely talented Casting Director, Shakyra Dowling, join our Modern Class of Casting Visionaries segment!Shakyra Dowling is a London based casting director renowned for her commitment to championing emerging and diverse talent. With a career spanning over a decade, she has significantly contributed to both independent British cinema and international co-productions. Her casting expertise has been integral to projects that have garnered nominations and accolades at prestigious platforms such as the BAFTAs, BIFAs, Berlinale, Sundance, and TIFF. She has also been recognised with multiple nominations and wins from the Casting Society of America’s Artios Awards.Notable work includes Hammarskjöld: Fight for Peace (2023), a Swedish biopic directed by Per Fly and featuring Mikael Persbrandt. She also cast Wolf (2021), directed by Nathalie Biancheri, with George MacKay, Lily-Rose Depp and Paddy Considine and soon to be released Desperate Journey, directed by Annabel Jankel (Tell it to the Bees), featuring Til Schweiger, Clara Rugaard and Sienna Guillory.Shakyra recently collaborated with Peter Greenaway on his latest feature Lucca Mortis, casting Dustin Hoffman and Helen Hunt. In TIFF 2025 is Gandhi Before India, a major TV series filming across the UK and India, with a huge cast including Tom Felton and James Murray.Make sure to subscribe, rate and review! Follow us @tipsycastingResources: Shakyra's IMDBShakyra Dowling Casting WebsiteShakyra's Instagram────────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting Journeys Get Casting Life Away Merch here!
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113. An In-Depth Conversation with Creator/ Showrunner, Sarah Lampert!
This week on Tipsy Casting, we welcome the wonderfully talented creator and show runner of the hit Netflix series, Ginny & Georgia, Sarah Lampert!Sarah Lampert is the visionary creator, EP, and writer behind Netflix mega-hit series Ginny and Georgia. Currently in its third season, the show has become one of the top ten most-watched series in the history of Netflix and has cemented Sarah as a creative to watch in the industry.With a unique ability to tap into the hard-to-reach YA audience, Sarah has connected with millions of fans who have embraced the show for its honest and relatable portrayal of teen life, complex family relationships, and mental health struggles. Ginny and Georgia has appeared in Netflix’s Top 10 in 69 countries. The highly anticipated third season premiered on June 5, 2025, landing at No.2 on the charts and becoming the most-watched Netflix title that week with 17.6 million views.Lampert’s rise in television has earned both commercial success and critical acclaim. She was named a BAFTA Breakthrough talent and was featured on the 2017 Young and Hungry List. She is currently developing another original series at Netflix. How she started her career from umbrella girl to manager assistant and her time in reality tvWhich leads us into our thoughts about the most recent seasons of Love Island and Below DeckHow she approached pitching the show and the unique path that Georgia & Ginny got picked upWhat it was like going into the pitch and how she drew on her reality pitching experience to not be intimidatedWe dive into the casting of the show and how each role was unique and had it’s challenges. Also a few “a-ha!” Moments!How Sarah approaches the series and the story lines in the most authentic ways and how she wants to break tropes and stereotypes through the showWhat she ultimately wants her legacy to be in the industryResources: Sarah's InstagramSarah's IMDB──────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting Journeys
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