About Us
Imperial Personal Management (IPM) is a premier Northern talent and casting agency. Our dedicated casting team works directly with major global networks and production companies, including Netflix, BBC, and ITV. From managing talent to coordinating professional film projects and hosting busy in-house castings, we are at the vibrant center of the UK entertainment industry.
If you have a burning passion for television and film and want to learn how an agency operates and how casting works from the inside, this is your ultimate foot in the door.
The Opportunity
We are offering a structured, hands-on Casting Assistant Internship designed to give you real-world exposure to all aspects of the talent and casting process.
We understand you might be balancing university, a part-time job, or creative projects, so we offer flexible scheduling to fit your life. You can complete this internship via one of two paths:
- 1 day a week over 24 weeks
- 2 days a week over 12 weeks
This is a training-focused position where you will receive direct mentorship and insight from industry professionals.
What You’ll Learn & Do
- Casting Room Exposure: Assist our team during live, in-house casting sessions, talent submissions, and professional film projects.
- Agency Administration: Learn the essential ropes of talent agency etiquette, from handling professional phone inquiries to managing busy casting schedules.
- Creative Writing: Put your writing skills to work helping craft character breakdowns, talent bios, and project briefs.
- Industry Software: Learn how modern casting agents and directors organize talent pools, communicate with production companies, and use Microsoft systems.
Who You Are
- Industry Enthusiast: You have a genuine, deep interest in commercial, television, and film production.
- Tech Savvy: You are computer literate and comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and learning basic database software.
- Great Communicator: You have strong creative writing skills and a polite, professional phone manner (don't worry, full training on agency etiquette is given!).
- Organised & Eager: You possess great attention to detail, discretion (you'll be dealing with confidential scripts and projects), and a strong willingness to learn.
Perks & Benefits
- Direct Mentoring: Regular 1-on-1 guidance from experienced talent agents and casting professionals.
- Flexitime: A work schedule tailored to balance your other commitments.
- Networking: Invite-only access to company events and the chance to build a network within the Northern film and TV hub.
- Great Location: An easily accessible Leeds office with excellent public transport links nearby.
How to Apply
We want to know who you are and why you want to break into the agency world! To be considered, please submit both your CV and a short Cover Letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for the Imperial Personal Management team.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
