204. Elizabeth Boykewich (Disney Casting Executive & Coach) on All Things Casting

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Jan 18, 2024

Casting director & life coach, Elizabeth Boykewich, discusses the holistic approach to casting, career transitions, and managing professionalism on set. She shares valuable insights into making it in the acting industry and the qualities she looks for in actors. The podcast also explores challenges faced by actors, the impact of physical appearance, and the importance of finding one's purpose in the industry.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Getting into the Movie Premiere

01:50 • 18min

Challenges faced by an actor and the impact of physical appearance

19:58 • 2min

At-Home Manicure and Experience as an Executive Casting Director

22:21 • 3min

Casting for ABC Family and Building Relationships

25:37 • 30min

Exploring a Podcast Sponsor and Discussing Finding Purpose as an Actor

55:33 • 4min

The Importance of Finding What Excites You

59:49 • 9min

I’m sitting down with an incredible casting director and personal life coach, Elizabeth Boykewich. Elizabeth has an impressive resume, having worked on shows like 'Good Trouble', 'Pretty Little Liars', and 'The Bold Type'. She provides an in-depth look at the casting process, explaining her role as an executive casting director and how she selects people not just for their acting skills but also for their off-screen attributes. She discusses looking at actors holistically, her career transitions, the nuances of the casting process, and shares insightful advice and stories about the inner workings of casting. From identifying potential in green actors, to managing professionalism on set, Elizabeth offers valuable insights into making it in the acting industry that all of us need to know. Watch the Full Video Podcast Here! 00:00 — Introduction 02:51 — Where Elizabeth is Today 04:04 — Elizabeth's Journey in the Casting Industry 09:09 — Casting Associate vs. Casting Assistant 12:51 — How to Become an Executive Casting Director 16:11 — Casting Director Meeting Breakdown 22:20 — AD: Go to oliveandjune.com/BROKE20 for 20% off Your Mani System! 25:00 — Working with & Testing Actors 32:09 — Self-Tapes 40:25 — Recognizing Who Will Go the Distance 43:09 — Professionalism in Actors 52:41 — Becoming a Life Coach 55:33 — AD: The Membership’s Doors are OPEN! 58:28 — Centering Our “Why” 1:00:35 — Evaluate Your Mentors & Do Your Research Resources Mentioned in This Episode: ★ The EB Co ★ Elizabeth's IMDb ★ Elizabeth’s IG @the.eb.co ★ Watch “Working Actor Life: Allergies, Working from Home, and Side Hustles” ★ Listen to “WTF with Marc Maron Episode 1488 - Fisher Stevens” ★ Listen to The EB Co.: OFF BOOK Podcast! ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Want more? Join The Membership & Check out Patreon for bonus episodes! And don’t miss all the content on IG and as always at, OneBrokeActress.com And if you're needing some personalized help from Sam, you can schedule a chat with her right here. Don't forget to join the mailing list here!