About Steven Helgoth, CSA
Before casting the Academy Award-winning West Bank Story (Best Live Action Short Film, 2007), Steven Helgoth began his journey in the entertainment industry as an actor, studying with legendary teachers such as Uta Hagen, Geraldine Page, and Sandy Dennis. He soon channeled his creative energy into theater, serving as the artistic director for several acclaimed New York City companies, including The Sanford Meisner Theater and The Vortex Theater Company. His former company, Steppin’ Out Productions, found success with the long-running show Dressing Room Divas, which played in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago.
After relocating to Los Angeles, Steven continued producing live theater, earning recognition for standout productions like Driving While Black in Beverly Hills, Marmalade Skies at the Matrix Theater, The Caine Mutiny Court Martial at the Tamarind Theater, and Nuns Against Porn at The Underground Theater in Hollywood.
In 1998, he launched Helgoth and Associates Casting, merging his deep understanding of performance with an eye for talent. Since then, Steven has cast a wide range of projects including West Bank Story, which premiered at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival before going on to win the Oscar. His casting credits also include Close Call and Lost Lake (both distributed by Warner Brothers), as well as Are You Scared (Lionsgate).
With a specialty in independent and international cinema, Steven has also made an impact in the Asian market—most notably casting five U.S.-based episodes of The Heirs, Korea’s hit series often likened to Melrose Place. His unique ability to connect with actors and understand the nuances of performance has made him a sought-after collaborator in both casting and production.
Steven is also the Executive Producer of Cinekat Filmworks, his original content production company. Through Cinekat, he continues to develop and produce a variety of projects across genres and formats, from development to post-production.
Steven’s deep-rooted passion for performance, combined with his industry insight, has earned him a reputation as one of the most reliable and respected casting professionals working today.