The Industry Changed. Access Didn’t.
So we built the first platform that finally opens the door.
No résumé. No reps. No gatekeepers.
Just your story — and the pros who can put it on screen.
Real opportunities · Verified pros · Direct access · Community support
Powered By The Pros Who Cast The Shows & Campaigns You Stream, Scroll, & Binge.
From American Idol to Big Brother, Nike to McDonald’s, Bravo to Netflix — these are the professionals shaping the culture you live with every day.
Finally, a platform built for real people, not just actors
Tim Foster
The Book
The Guide That Started It All
CASTING PROS TO KNOW: Reality TV Edition — Your Guide to Getting Cast
The first-ever verified reality TV casting directory — and the book that launched the CPTK movement.
Inside you’ll find:
- 100+ verified casting pros from the biggest shows
- Direct contact info — no middlemen, no guesswork
- Insider tips to make your application stand out
- Behind-the-scenes insights on how casting really works
Grants access to the industry’s top casting professionals and their insider secrets.
Telon Weathington
Limited Print Run — once it’s gone, it’s gone.
WHAT IS CASTING PROS TO KNOW™?
Casting Pros to Know™ is the first verified casting platform + community built for real people — powered by the professionals who make casting happen.
For Talent:
Real opportunities. Direct access. No scams. Learn from casting professionals how to apply, tell your story, and get noticed. Whether you’ve never auditioned, have some credits, or work with an agent — you belong here.
For Casting Pros:
Recognition, reach, and for the first time, a share in the financial success of the industry you helped build. This isn’t casting as usual. This is casting reimagined.
Why We’re Different
Them
Built mainly for actors
Pay-to-play
Traditionally agent-driven
Anyone can post
Pros overlooked
They sell listings
Us
Built for everyday people and actors
Free to be discovered
Open to everyone — no experience required
Only verified casting pros
Pros credited + rewarded
We create access.
SEE WHATS CASTING NOW
Real roles. Real shows. Real access.
No shady sites. No endless searching.
Now Casting is the verified hub for real opportunities — all in one place.
Here’s how it works:
- Browse Opportunities
See real castings from our team & trusted pros.
- Choose & Express Interest
submit what fits you.
- Get the Inside Track
Receive the pro’s info, official link, & insider tips to help you stand out.
Why it matters:
- 100% verified opportunities only — no scams, no spam.
- Open to everyday people of all ages & backgrounds.
- Covers reality TV, commercials, docuseries, branded campaigns & more.
Bonus
Joining the Real People Database adds you to the Now Casting list — so opportunities come straight to you.
AMERICAN IDOL
Think your voice has what it takes? Idol is officially casting nationwide and I’m looking for real singers with heart, soul, and something to say—whether you sing in your bedroom, choir, or corner stage. No agent or fancy resume needed.
SINGLE WOMEN READY FOR LOVE
If you’re ready to find the one to apply to be on one of our shows today, or if you know someone who would be a perfect fit, you can nominate them!
THE PASSWORD
NBC’s PASSWORD is back and casting for Season 3! If you’re ready to team up with amazing celebrities for your chance to win big money, APPLY TODAY!
THE CPTK SKOOL COMMUNITY
Casting isn’t just about access. It’s about support.
That’s why we built the Casting Pros to Know™ Skool Community — a private space where real people learn directly from casting pros and pros connect with one another.
Inside, you’ll find:
Coming Soon
casting pros
- Live Q&As with casting professionals
- Workshops & Classes on story, presence, and audition prep
- Exclusive Casting Calls shared only inside the community
- Networking with other real people chasing their shot
No more guessing what casting directors want.
Now you can ask them directly.
Learn, Connect, Grow
Coming Soon
real people
- Live Q&As with casting professionals
- Workshops & Classes on story, presence, and audition prep
- Exclusive Casting Calls shared only inside the community
- Networking with other real people chasing their shot
No more guessing what casting directors want.
Now you can ask them directly.
Learn, Connect, Grow
FOR CASTING PROS
No more free profiles. No more being overlooked.
With Casting Pros to Know™, the people who shape culture finally profit from it.
Expand Your Reach
Get your castings in front of a larger audience, with CPTK amplifying your outreach and promotion.
Be Recognized
Memorialize your career in industry directories and put your name where it belongs: front and center.
Connect Directly
Step into a community where everyday people can finally learn from the pros.
Profit From Your Expertise
Partner with CPTK to create courses, eBooks, and products — and earn residual income through affiliate links. Plus, contribute to a collective fund supporting health and life insurance for casting professionals.
REAL PEOPLE DATABASE
Your story deserves to be searchable.
The CPTK Real People Database is where casting pros discover you.
- First-of-its-kind searchable directory built for everyday people.
- Exclusive to verified pros — no randoms, no spam.
- Priority Placement for early members.
Join CPTK the Real People Database — Secure Your Spot Today
JOIN THE AFFILIATE PROGRAM
Help more real people get discovered — and earn while you do it.
The Casting Pros to Know™ Affiliate Program lets you share the movement and profit from it. Whether you’re a casting pro, talent, or supporter, you can play a role in growing access for real people everywhere.
Residual Income
Earn a commission every time someone you refer buys a book, joins a course, or signs up for a service.
Custom Affiliate Links
Track your impact and earnings in real time.
Inclusive for All
Affiliates aren’t just influencers — they’re casting pros, talent, students, and everyday people who believe in opening doors.
Amplify the Movement
Every sale helps fuel the CPTK Collective Fund, supporting health and life insurance for casting professionals.
When you succeed, the whole community succeeds.
REAL PEOPLE DATABASE
Casting Pros to Know™ was created by Asjai Lou — a casting director and producer on a mission to open casting to real people.
She’s been part of the casting teams for American Idol, Big Brother, Making the Cut, and Ready to Love, and has cast everyday people in campaigns for Nike, McDonald’s, T-Mobile, and more — including multiple spots that aired during the Super Bowl and the Olympics.
A two-time CSA Artios Award nominee, Asjai built CPTK so that real people gain direct access — and casting pros finally get the recognition and rewards they deserve.
GET THE INSIDE SCOOP
Not ready for the database yet? Stay connected.
Sign up for the CPTK mailing list to get:
Major casting calls
Exclusive tips from pros
Community + platform updates
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Casting isn’t closed. It’s just been hidden.
Every season, everyday people change TV forever. Why not you?
CASTING PROS TO KNOW™
is the first platform where real people get real opportunities — and the pros behind the camera finally get the recognition and rewards they deserve.
Your story belongs here.
Don’t wait to be discovered — step in now.
Let’s talk.
Get the Book
browse whats casting now
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Join the Skool Community
Claim Your Spot as a Casting Pro
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