Casting Administrator

The Walt Disney Company (Hong Kong) Ltd.

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Burbank, CA, US Until 10/6/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

Job Posting Title:

Casting Administrator

Req ID:

10156900

Job Description:

Casting Administrator

The Casting Administration Administrator plays a key role in supporting performer-related processes across multiple platforms, including prime time, basic cable, and streaming pilots and series. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information while ensuring compliance with industry standards and studio policies.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop proficiency in specialized Casting Administration applications and tools.

  • Review and validate deal memos submitted by casting directors and production teams, ensuring they adhere to applicable guild regulations and the studio’s internal policies.

  • Draft, review, and execute contracts for performers working on prime time, basic cable, and streaming pilots and series.

  • Ensure timely processing of documents and compliance with required deadlines.

  • Distribute, scan, file, and archive performer-related documents ensuring accurate record keeping and secure handling.

  • Prepare and process paperwork for court approval of Minors.

  • Maintain thorough logs for each episode of assigned projects to stay on top of key compliance deadlines.

  • Review post-production timesheets to ensure accuracy and flag any necessary ADR payments to production payroll.

  • Prepare and submit Taft-Hartley Reports to SAG-AFTRA for performers when required, ensuring timely and accurate compliance.

  • Keep database records current with confidential details on projects, performers, and agents.

Basic Qualifications

  • 2+ years of administrative experience

  • Ability to assess and prioritize critical incoming projects effectively

  • Strong attention to detail with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset

  • Solid understanding of business administration principles and practices

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

  • Proven ability to track, manage, and organize high volumes of details, data, and tasks

  • Excellent interpersonal skills—an even-tempered and collaborative personality are essential

  • Strong typing proficiency and computer literacy, including familiarity with relevant software and tools

  • Non-traditional work hours required depending on business needs

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $72,000 - $96,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

Walt Disney Television Entertainment

Job Posting Primary Business:

Business Affairs- Casting Administration (WDT)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Entertainment Contract Administration

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-08-06
About this role

Summary

Manage performer contracts, compliance, documentation, and records for casting projects.

Job title

Casting Administrator

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

entertainment

Location requirements

Burbank, CA, USA; on-site preferred but flexible

Salary

$72k–$97k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

administrationcommunicationorganizationsoftware literacyattention to detail

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

castingcontract managementadministrationcomplianceentertainment
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Burbank, CA, USA

On-site City