Leslie M. Greene, CSA
Casting Director | Producer | Consultant | Author | Speaker
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Leslie M. Greene, CSA is a casting director, producer, author, and entrepreneur with over 30 years in the entertainment industry and more than 20 years specializing in casting. With roots in public relations and marketing, she brings a strategic, relationship-driven approach to casting and creative development across film, television, commercials, and animation, with projects appearing on platforms such as Netflix, Lifetime, BET, Amazon Prime, and collaborations with studios including Sony.
Founder of Raising the Standard Entertainment, LLC, Leslie also consults with actors, producers, and filmmakers, produces original content, and has authored four film-industry journals designed to help creatives advance their careers. In 2023, she was proud to be part of two films that screened at Sundance. Grounded in purpose and balance, she brings the same intention to her life—through daily walks with her dog Cooper, meditation, Tai Chi, and Qigong—as she does to her work.
Areas of Practice
Casting Director
June 2025 - April 2026
Producer
July 2024 - May 2025
Speaker
January 2023 - June 2024
Consultant
January 2023 - June 2024
Author
January 2023 - June 2024
Press & Features
Leslie M. Greene, CSA began her casting career in 2006 after successfully recruiting over 750 extras for the feature film Stomp the Yard, a pivotal moment that launched her path in casting. Based in Atlanta, GA, Leslie has since worked nationally across feature films, television pilots, commercials, and documentaries, serving in roles including Casting Director, Casting Associate, Casting Assistant, and Talent Booker. Her work has appeared on major platforms such as Netflix, Lifetime, BET, and Amazon Prime, with collaborations including studios like Sony and industry icons such as Cree Summer and Norman Lear. In 2023, Leslie reached a career milestone with two films premiering at Sundance, underscoring her reputation for excellence, dedication, and impact in the casting industry.
As a Producer and Content Creator, I have had the pleasure of working on a diverse range of projects throughout my career. These projects have included everything from life-saving documentaries and award-winning indies to blockbuster feature films and special interest projects.
SUNDANCE FILM PRODUCING CERTIFICATE
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A sought-after speaker and industry educator who brings decades of experience in casting, marketing, production, and creative leadership to audiences nationwide. She speaks at film festivals, colleges, high schools, workshops, and professional forums, offering practical insight into casting, branding, career development, and longevity in the entertainment industry. Known for her engaging, no-nonsense approach, Leslie delivers real-world guidance that equips creatives and students with the tools, clarity, and confidence needed to navigate an evolving industry with purpose and professionalism.
Private consultations offer honest, strategic guidance from a CSA-certified casting director with nearly two decades of experience casting film, television, and commercial projects for major networks and studios including Netflix, Sony, Lifetime, BET, and Amazon. Leslie’s work has screened at the Sundance Film Festival twice, includes four projects submitted for Emmy consideration, and spans globally distributed productions. Each session is tailored to help you strengthen your auditions, clarify your brand, and approach the casting process with intention and professionalism.
The author of Navigating Your Creative Journey, a thoughtfully designed journal-workbook series created for professionals in the film and television industry. Drawing from decades of experience in casting, marketing, production, and creative consulting, Leslie developed this series to support actors, directors, producers, writers, and casting professionals in building clarity, confidence, and consistency in their careers. Each workbook functions as both a reflective tool and strategic guide, offering curated prompts, questions, and resources that encourage self-awareness, skill development, and forward momentum. Designed to meet creatives where they are, the series empowers individuals to document their experiences, track growth, and stay motivated while navigating the evolving demands of the entertainment industry.
Leslie M. Greene, CSA and Raising the Standard Entertainment, LLC have been featured in the following publications and industry platforms:
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Lenox & Parker - 2025
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Soap Opera Digest — 2025
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Casting Networks — Featured Article, 2025
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Shout Out Atlanta — 2024
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Voyage ATL — 2020
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Rolling Out — Feature Article, 2005
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