This month's panel will examine the art and importance of casting. Actors will learn what casting directors are looking for. What kind of headshots work? What should you put on your demo reel? Learn about the casting director's relationship with agents and managers and producers. Filmmakers, find out how casting directors can help get your project off the ground.

Samuel Warren, a member of the Casting Society of America, has over 20 years of experience in casting feature films, television, commercials, music videos, and video games. Samuel's feature credits include Evil Dead II and Like Father, Like Son. He has the distinction of having cast Academy Award winner George Clooney in his first feature film.

William Cowart started acting in 1979 and has been continuously working and building a career as an actor, producer, and casting associate ever since. Through his years of training and experience in film and theatre, he has developed a dynamic seminar to teach actors how to market themselves.

Come network with your San Diego filmmaking peers from 5:30 to 6:30, then stay to learn about the importance of casting!

Pictures from the Meeting