David Glanzer
Co-Producer/Casting Director

David's interest in film began at an early age. His mother, a native of Mexico, learned to speak English 
partly by watching old American black-and-white films on late night television. More often than not, David 
was at her side, transfixed by the medium. As his mother mastered English, David began to appreciate film, 
not just as entertainment, but as a true art form.

Deciding at first to be an actor, David studied the craft and starred in a number of regional theater 
productions, a few commercials, and some features. In between acting gigs, he would serve as production 
assistant on a variety of short films, where he developed a love for behind-the-scenes film work.

When the opportunity presented itself to serve as an extras casting assistant on Mississippi Burning, David 
jumped at the chance. That project led to his working on the Holly Hunter and Mary Steenburgen feature 
Miss Firecracker, directed by the award-winning Thomas Schlamme, creator of NBC's critically acclaimed 
political drama "The West Wing." Other projects followed, and David's career as Casting Director was set. 

In the course of his newfound profession, David was surprised to discover that even though actors study 
their craft diligently, many have no idea of the nuances involved in acting for stage, television, or features. 
Some didn't even know how to audition. By reading talent, he could give pointers to young actors, or offer 
suggestions that might make for a better audition. 

David's dedicated belief that film is art led him to offer his services to several young film directors from 
Southern California film schools. "I was amazed to learn that many cinema departments only touch on the 
casting process and many offer no real practical experience at all," he says. David even sat on the 
Telecommunications Advisory Panel for one Southern California institution.

Since Casting Director is often one of the earliest positions filled and involves negotiations with a variety 
of producers, directors. and talent agencies, David gained a great deal of insight into all aspects of 
filmmaking.

David's knowledge of what goes on both behind and in front of the camera made his involvement as Co-
Producer a natural progression in his career. The Five Stages of Beer marks his first undertaking in the 
capacity of Producer.