with Amey Rene

Uncover the secrets of professional casting in this six-week immersive course led by Artios Award-nominated Casting Director, Amey René. With credits including Netflix’s Everything Sucks!, Showtime’s Moonbase 8, and The 4:30 Movie with Kevin Smith, Amey brings her vast industry expertise to guide aspiring casting professionals through every stage of the process. From script breakdowns and talent lists to auditioning actors and negotiating offers, this course offers hands-on activities and real-world insights. Participants will gain practical experience with professional tools like casting breakdowns, offer letters, and deliverables, culminating in a final project: a complete casting package for a mock production. Whether you’re new to casting or looking to elevate your skills, this course equips you to launch a successful career in one of the most vital roles in filmmaking.

About the Instructor
Amey René is an Artios Award nominated Casting Director. Many of her films have premiered at Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca, Cannes, Berlin and Toronto International Film Festivals. She just completed the feature THE 4:30 MOVIE with Kevin Smith. On the TV side, she cast the Netflix Original Series EVERYTHING SUCKS!, Showtime’s MOONBASE 8, and the Adult Swim/HBOmax Original Series THREE BUSY DEBRAS. Frequent collaborators include – The Duplass Brothers, American High, Divide/Conquer, Maureen Bharoocha, Megan Griffiths, and Jim Cummings.