The Cast Tab
The Cast tab manages your principal cast and featured performers. They appear on the call sheet front with character names, call times, and pickup info.
Adding Cast Members
To add a cast member:
- Go to the Cast tab
- Click "Add Cast Member"
- Enter the actor's name and character name
- Assign their cast number (determines order on call sheet)
- Add scenes they appear in
Cast Member Information
Each cast entry includes:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Cast # | Number that determines order on call sheet (1 is typically lead) |
| Actor Name | The performer's real name |
| Character Name | The character they play |
| Scenes | Which scenes they appear in |
| Status | Work status for each day (W, H, T, etc.) |
| Makeup Call | When they report to hair/makeup |
| Set Call | When they need to be ready on set |
| Notes | Dietary needs, transport, special requirements |
Work Status Codes
Standard codes indicate each cast member's status for the day:
| Code | Meaning | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| W | Work | Cast is shooting scenes this day |
| H | Hold | Cast is on hold but may be called |
| T | Travel | Cast is traveling to/from location |
| R | Rehearsal | Cast is rehearsing but not shooting |
| WF | Work Finish | Last day of work on the production |
| SW | Start Work | First day of work on the production |
| OFF | Off | Not scheduled for this day |
Interactive Demo
Work Status CodesClick each status badge to learn what it means.
W
WorkCast/crew member is actively working on this shoot day
Setting Cast Call Times
Cast typically have different call times than crew:
- Makeup Call - When they report to the hair and makeup trailer
- Set Call - When they should be camera-ready on set
- Both can be set per day based on the shooting schedule
Tip: G-Casper Pro can calculate set call times based on how long hair/makeup takes for each actor.
Pickup and Transport
For cast with provided transportation, add pickup info (time and location) and it will appear on the call sheet.