Casting Director Stacy Gallo chats about the “dark cloud” that sometimes followed her around, and her blunt approach to dealing with depression and anxiety. Witty and down-to-earth, Stacy gives us an honest window into the casting world and shares her advice for other artists that might be struggling.
Stacy has been a casting director for over twenty years. Her career began when she was recruited to launch the in-house casting department for the world renowned production company Hungry Man. She led the department to prominence while spearheading the use of improvisation in commercials before starting her own casting company in 2008. Today, Stacy Gallo Casting is one of the premiere casting offices in New York City, casting award winning commercials, major campaigns, and innovative digital content in addition to many celebrity campaigns.
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by Morra Aarons-Mele