About: Contact is the place where creatives manage their careers and get paid. With a network of 1000+ creatives, Contact is the destination for clients including Balenciaga, Burberry, Depop, Farfetch, i-D, Nike, Vivienne Westwood, and Vogue to find and book the world’s most diverse creative talent — from models and photographers to hair, makeup, and influencers.
Built to modernise casting, payments, and talent operations, Contact supports brands and agencies with both talent discovery and end-to-end execution.
About LÜK Network
LÜK is the US arm within the Contact ecosystem. Originally built to solve the practical challenges of modern productions, LÜK supports casting, crew coordination, contracts, payroll, and delivery for fast-moving commercial, fashion, and beauty projects.
LÜK works closely with global brands and agencies, acting as an embedded production partner to ensure casting and talent operations run smoothly.
Contact is looking for a Casting Assistant with hands-on casting experience to support ongoing projects, with an initial focus on the Dermalogica account. This is a practical, detail-driven role suited to someone who understands real-world casting workflows and enjoys working closely with talent, agents, and clients to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting casting across beauty, lifestyle, and commercial campaigns
Managing casting briefs and translating client requirements into talent searches
Researching, shortlisting, and presenting talent options to clients
Liaising with talent, agents, and managers on availability, rates, and logistics
Coordinating self-tapes, castings, and callbacks
Assisting with booking confirmations, contracts, and production coordination
Maintaining accurate records across casting and production tools
Acting as day-to-day casting support on the Dermalogica account
Requirements:
Experience as a Casting Assistant (or similar casting role)
Strong understanding of casting processes within fashion, beauty, or commercial production
Experience working directly with talent agencies and freelance creatives
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Confident written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
Nice to Have:
Experience working with beauty or skincare brands
Familiarity with casting platforms, talent databases, or production tools
Interest in talent management, production, or creative operations
We’re open to candidates who are:
Freelancing or working across multiple projects
Looking for a flexible role alongside existing commitments
Interested in a longer-term collaboration as the business grows
This position is well-suited to someone who wants to develop their career in casting and talent operations, gain exposure to global clients, and grow within the fashion, beauty, and creative industries while maintaining flexibility
Location & Contract:
London-based (hybrid or flexible considered)
Freelance or contract role, with potential for longer-term collaboration
Working Hours & Flexibility:
This role will operate primarily on New York (EST) working hours, to align with client timelines and production schedules.
Why Work With Contact:
Work on a globally recognised beauty brand (Dermalogica)
Be part of a progressive casting and talent platform trusted by leading fashion and culture brands
Collaborate with a small, high-quality team operating across casting, production, and technology
Opportunity to grow alongside Contact and LÜK as the platform continues to scale
Application
Apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability and interest.
