Whisper is a leading global production company, specialising in sports, unscripted and branded entertainment.

Our diverse team of over 285 international employees produce top-level sports such as Formula One, UEFA and The Paralympics, as well as branded content, prime time documentaries, and entertainment quiz shows for a raft of broadcasters.

Whisper's creativity and storytelling are BAFTA-winning and Emmy International-nominated.

It is also a Sunday Times Best Places to Work.

Whisper North is looking for an experienced Casting Producer / Assistant Producer to work on a range of studio game shows.

The role will involve sourcing and screening potential contestants through auditions and interviews to find engaging, charismatic participants who are the perfect fit for our various upcoming studio game shows.

You will manage the full casting process from initial outreach through to final selection, working closely with the wider production team to ensure a diverse and compelling lineup for each episode.

Casting experience across a range of studio gameshows essential.

Whisper is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, communities, and lived experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

Key Responsibilities:

Working closely with the Executive Producer on all casting issues
Talent Outreach: Actively scout, source, and recruit contributors using industry contacts and creative advertising.
Auditions & Interviews: Conduct initial screening calls, lead auditions, and interview applicants to gauge their on-screen suitability, personality, and storytelling potential.
Due Diligence: Perform thorough background checks via Lexis Nexis, including vetting social media, to flag potential controversies and ensure editorial safety.
Pitching Contributor Stories: Compile detailed biographies, pitch notes, and video highlight reels of top candidates to present to executive producers and network commissioners.
Compliance & Welfare: Strictly enforce duty of care protocols, safeguarding and data protection regulations (GDPR)

Please note that responsibilities may be amended, added to, or removed to reflect the changing needs of the production or organisation.

Skills and Experience:

Casting Experience on broadcast studio game shows is essential
Storytelling & Editorial Judgment: An intuitive eye for what makes a compelling character
Networking: An extensive contacts book and the ability to build rapport quickly with people
Regulatory Knowledge: Thorough understanding of broadcasting standards, diversity guidelines, and compliance.
Team Leadership: Experience managing and mentoring junior members of the team, such as casting researchers and assistant producers
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong team ethic and the ability to prioritise workloads with ease, working in a pressurised team environment
Ability to work effectively with others and manage relationships
Ability to manage workload
Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads

Location:
Whisper Office, Salford