Frank Hansen
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Artist engagement and casting administration professional with 30+ years’ experience across theatre, film, television, education and talent management. Extensive expertise in contracts, deal memos, payroll liaison, artist engagement data, compliance, usage rights and cross-department coordination. Known for building strong relationships with artists, agents and creative teams while delivering efficient, compliant and artist-centered engagement processes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Actor
Various Plays, Music Theatre and Television
Australia
01.2002 - 04.2015
- Portrayed diverse characters in plays, music theatre, and television productions.
- Attended auditions and casting calls for various roles in multiple media formats.
- Performed in stage productions of various plays and musicals.
- Maintained professionalism on set by arriving early, following directions, and staying focused.
- Developed strong acting skills through rehearsals and coaching sessions.
- Assisted in script readings and workshops to develop new projects and productions.
Managing Director
Hansen Management
- Prepared, issued and managed deal memos and contracts, overseeing the full artist engagement lifecycle including amendments, compliance, confidentiality and returns.
- Maintained accurate artist engagement data, availability checks and contract tracking using Casting Networks, Showcast, Altai and FileMaker Pro CRM.
- Acted as primary liaison for artists, agents, producers, casting directors and payroll ensuring accurate and timely processing.
- Managed payroll, invoicing, internal billing, budgets and financial projections.
- Ensured legislative and award compliance including MEAA (AFFCA, ATRRA, PCA), LPA, SPA and SAG agreements.
- Calculated fees, payslips and usage rights breakdowns.
- Centralised and streamlined engagement administration systems, templates and documentation.
- Coordinated auditions, meetings, workshops and professional development activities.
- Championed inclusive, equitable and culturally safe engagement practices including First Nations and diverse artists.
- Maintained safe workplace practices, insurance compliance and risk management.
Senior Film & Television Client Manager
Sue Barnett & Associates
- Supported casting and client management within a top-tier agency environment.
- Used FileMaker Pro CRM to maintain accurate artist engagement and production records.
- Progressed from Assistant to Senior Agent within 18 months.
- Liaised with casting offices, producers and payroll to manage engagements.
- Ensured professional discretion and compliance with contractual obligations.
Production Coordinator / Casting Assistant
Full Box Television
- Supported casting office operations for The Investigators (Nine Network).
- Prepared casting materials, scheduled auditions and coordinated logistics.
- Maintained production and artist engagement records.
- Liaised with agents, artists and payroll.
- Assisted with contracts, usage rights calculations and scheduling.
Industry Lecturer & Teacher
WAAPA, VCA, NIDA
- Delivered lectures and workshops on professional development and industry practice.
- Administered mentoring and pathway initiatives.
- Supported emerging artists with career strategy and professional readiness.
Education Production Sales & Support
Bell Shakespeare
- Provided administrative and logistical support for national touring productions.
- Assisted with casting, contracts, travel and accommodation.
- Liaised with schools, venues and production teams.
- Supported booking outcomes and tour delivery.
Producer / Script Editor / Casting & Performer
Camp Quality
- Supported casting, contracts and scheduling for educational and hospital productions.
- Assisted with script development and rehearsal coordination.
- Ensured compliance with child-safe and ethical performance guidelines.
- Contributed to access, inclusion and community engagement initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Performance & Arts Management
WAAPA (ECU)
Graduate Diploma in Business Management -
OUA/RMIT
Certificate II - (CBT/DBT)
Emotional Behavioral Management
Lifeline Crisis Support Certification - Grade 2
Working With Children Check - Current
Skills
- Contract management
- Artist engagement
- Client relationship management
- Project coordination
- Inclusive practices
- Effective communication
- Mentorship facilitation
- Innovation management
- Financial management
- Strategic partnerships
- Mentoring and training
- Business management
- Change management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Websites
Timeline
Actor
Various Plays, Music Theatre and Television
01.2002 - 04.2015
Managing Director
Hansen Management
Senior Film & Television Client Manager
Sue Barnett & Associates
Production Coordinator / Casting Assistant
Full Box Television
Industry Lecturer & Teacher
WAAPA, VCA, NIDA
Education Production Sales & Support
Bell Shakespeare
Producer / Script Editor / Casting & Performer
Camp Quality
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Performance & Arts Management
WAAPA (ECU)
Graduate Diploma in Business Management -
OUA/RMIT
Certificate II - (CBT/DBT)
Emotional Behavioral Management