Jeffrey Dreisbach

Let me tell you something that might sound unfair—but it’s true. Casting starts forming impressions within the first 15 seconds of watching you. And no, it’s not about talent or perfection. It’s about presence. In this episode, we’re unpacking what’s really happening before your first line, why rushing reads as nerves, and how one small shift can instantly make casting lean forward instead of pull back. If you’ve ever wondered why some actors feel watchable the moment they appear—this is the...

Why Your Tape Isn’t Working : Are Your Choices Helping or Hurting You? Hello, my fellow actors. Welcome back to Casting Actors Cast — the podcast for actors from a casting director. I’m Jeffrey Dreisbach, and today we are diving into one of the most important audition skills in today’s industry. Self-tapes. Specifically, we’re talking about something most actors never realize they’re doing wrong. Today’s episode is called The Self-Tape Trap: Are Your Choices Helping or Hurting You? Now let me...

Stop Overthinking the Moment: Start Owning It   Hello, my fellow actors. Welcome back to Casting Actors Cast — the podcast for actors from a casting director. I’m Jeffrey Dreisbach, and today we are talking about something that quietly sabotages more auditions than lack of talent, lack of training, or lack of experience combined. Overthinking. Yes. The invisible career killer. Today’s episode is called Stop Overthinking the Moment: Start Owning It. Let me start with a truth that might sting a...