Pencilled Casting
by Kulan Ganes
'Casting bridges the gap between strangers and friends.'
- KULAN
Director: Gordon Lindsay
“Casting with music=earworm.”
Welcome to Pencilled Casting, my pride and joy! I'm Kulan Ganes, a human-loving, DIY-obsessed, whiskey-drinking dreamer who took a leap of faith and founded this fabulous casting and cast coordinating company five years ago.
Pencilled Casting and I are inseparable—one is just an extension of the other. We (When I say we I just mean me!) operate as a casting director for studios and cast coordinator for sets, across Namibia and South Africa, bringing a touch of whimsicalness to all my projects.
In all casting methods I enjoy and prefer street casting! Streets casted talent are just more authentic and relatable and thats what sells! Relatability!
I've had the pleasure of working with some fantastic casting agencies, including a significant stint with Disco Casting. But nothing bring me as much joy as independently casting for amazing companies like Lampost, Her Films, and TinToy Films under the Pencilled Casting banner. I've also had the pleasure of cast coordinating for production houses like Monkey Films, FilmZAR, Your Girlfriend, Her Films, Namib Films, Darling Films, and Inchiology Studios.
I also know my way around IPAs & PAICs.
Let’s do your casting, if its street casting even better!
About me
“The Set up.”
Who - Kulan
“Always with a smile.”
I hail from the lively streets of Katutura, a vibrant location in Windhoek, Namibia. I'm a celebrated (or so I'd like to believe, despite still constantly learning) casting director and cast coordinator known for my enigmatic energy.
I've been in the film industry since 2006 after my studies. My career began in Namibia, as a Make-Up Artist where I had the pleasure of working on some incredible projects, with the award-winning Mad Max: Fury Road and Red Sea Diving Resort being some of the highlights.
Pencilled Casting was born from a leap of faith. Encouraged by others who believed that my personality was worthy of a career as a casting director/cast coordinator. And so, I thought, "Why not?" Five years later, here I am, living and working towards sharing that gift with South Africa.
How - My approach
I thrive on unveiling the depths of the human spirit and capabilities, and helping cast members become a version of themselves they never thought possible; even if it's just pretence.
My whimsical approach to casting brings a fairy godmother-like support to the cast and production, both in the studio and on set. I play an honest buffer between cast, agents, and production producers.
I enjoy in-studio casting, but there is just something about STREET CASTING! Finding hidden gems from all walks of life - with no training - and watching them transform into a character with your very own eyes. Nothing quite like that!
I enjoy and welcome all challenges, so bring on those “intimate” casting budgets!
Some of my work
casting direction and cast coordination
Santa Maria Tacos: Fridays Are For Chairing
Shoprite: Easter Feast
Amazon X UEFA
Production house: FILMZar
Director: Filip Tellander
Production house: Your Girlfriend
Director: Morgan Dingle
Production house: Monkey Films
Director: Molly Manning Walker
Pam Golding
Production house: HER Films
Director: Jason Fialkov
Woolworths : Christmas Flavour
Production house: Massïf Films
Director: Gordon Lindsay
Windhoek Draught: Come With
Production house: Bioscope Films
Director: Rio Allen
Klipdrift: Gold between friends
Production house: Darling Films
Director: Chloe Coetsee
Nammilk: Its whats inside
Production house: HER Films
Director: Jason Fialkov
MTC: Osmartphona
Production house: Inchiology Studios
Director: Linda Notevitz
“I did a cameo in one of these, Spot me.”
...more
casting direction and cast coordination
FNB: Even Me
Production house: Inchiology Studios
Director: Inna Goroh
MTC: ONE
Production house: Inchiology Studios
Director: Inna Goroh
Tafel Lager: Anticipation
Production house: Darling Films X Joe Vision
Production
Director: Chloe Coetsee
Telecom: SpeedLink
Production house: Inchiology Studios
Director: Inna Goroh
MTC: Santa
Production house: Joe Vision Production
Director: Grant De Sousa
MTC: Spin & Win
Production house: Inchiology Studios
Director: Linda Notevitz
...stills
casting direction and cast coordination
“I need more space!”
People say
Lisa du Toit
Producer of HER Films
“I first had the pleasure of working with Kulan as a casting director on a challenging project in Windhoek, Namibia, that required street casting children with very specific talents. Kulan was not only a breath of fresh air with her enthusiasm and warm demeanour, but her approach was professional and she was clearly dedicated to delivering her best.
I have since worked with Kulan as a cast coordinator and have found her to be incredibly organized and efficient. Her communication was clear and her attention to detail and commitment to excellence were evident in every interaction.”
Adriaan van Olm
Freelance PM
“Theres too much positivity to speak about with you Kulan!!”
Nadia van den Heever
Producer of Namib Films
“Kulan is cool!”
Ann Woodman
Producer of FilmZAR
“Kulan is my first choice of Cast Coordinator on any project. In addition to having a happy attitude, Kulan is diligent, resourceful and exceptionally efficient! Very highly recommended!”
Carlien De Kock
Producer and Agent of Lampost
“Kulan's work as a casting director was nothing short of exemplary. Her keen eye for talent and her ability to understand and meet the specific needs of our project were remarkable. She has an innate ability to identify the right individuals for roles, ensuring that the casting process is seamless and efficient. Her meticulous attention to detail and thorough understanding of the industry made her an invaluable asset to our team.”
Gavin Sweeney
Independent Producer
“Kulan was our cast co-ordinator on a large commercial involving many principal cast, featured extras, background extras and stunt performers.
She handled the pre-production, shoot and wrap, with great attention to detail and a calm, friendly efficiency.
Kulan was always a step ahead: following up with agents and staying on top of all cast logistics and administration.
She was a pleasure to have on the team and we will definitely be asking her to join us again.”
Linda Bogle
Executive Producer of Your Girlfriend
“Working with Kulan was a pleasure for me.
Her proffessionalism and attention to detail is superb and she is a positive person to have on your team. She is smart, well-educated and a very proficient problem solver. I would not hesitate to recommend Kulan for any Cast Co-ordinator position.”
“Awe!”
headlines
Kulan Takes Casting Continental
“For me to actually advance and do the things I really wanted to do, I had to be in a place that would allow me to learn, grow and maybe potentially give back to what I was leaving,” she says.
Pencilled Casting draws attention online
Speaking to unWrap.online recently, founder Kulan Ganes says that the whole idea of setting up the casting agency was premeditated.
Casting with Kulan Ganes
“What is beauty even? Who decides! I cast everyone and everything,” she says, recalling how she literally had to cast a dog for one of her ads.
“Don’t you just love a good story?”
“I talk with my hands!”
Thank you
“This website was build by me and my friends opinions.”
Contact
Kulan Ganes
0735163654
hey@pencilledcasting.com
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