‘How We Role’ Episode 9: Optimize Your Casting Profile and Get Booked with Casting Director Virginia Anello & Casting Networks’ Jason Teresi

A casting profile is like a 24/7 audition—even when you’re not in the room.

In this insightful conversation, Casting Director Virginia Anello and Casting Networks’ Jason Teresi join host Robert Peterpaul to break down what makes a standout casting profile. They’ll cover:

The #1 thing that impresses casting directors

How to appear in the right casting searches

What to update every 4–6 months to stay competitive

Virginia Anello, CSA, is a Casting Director and Partner at O’Connor Casting Company with 17 years of experience in the industry. A Columbia College Chicago grad, she champions Chicago talent and loves helping actors thrive—plus quoting movies and embracing all things nerdy.

Jason Teresi is Casting Networks’ Client Success Manager and a former actor. With over 24 years in the industry, he brings deep insight into actor profiles and works closely with casting professionals worldwide. He’s a proud dad, Chicago theater alum and industry veteran.

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Episode Preview: Optimize Your Casting Profile and Get Booked with Casting Director Virginia Anello & Casting Networks’ Jason Teresi

Virginia Anello: Just to be submitted (for a role) is a win, because already your agent thinks you’re right for it. If I click on you, I think you might be right for it. If I audition you, two people really think you’re right for it.

Jason Teresi: A couple of things I wanted to touch on. It’s your job as an actor, and your agent’s job as an agent, to make the casting director’s job as easy as possible. You don’t want to send them links that they have to click on that take them outside of the system that they’re using. “Click on this link and go to YouTube and watch this,” no. They want to stay inclusive in the platform so they can do their jobs.

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