This class will include a Q&A with LA based Casting Casting Professional Jessica Sherman, followed by a prepared work session.
Participating actors will choose, prepare and perform sides from a small library of sides provided by Jessica.
Additional preparation details will be sent via email upon confirmation.
BIO
Jessica Sherman is an award-winning Casting Director who has left her mark on some of film and television’s most iconic projects. A proud Los Angeles native, Jessica discovered her passion for casting while studying at UC Riverside and has since built an impressive career fueled by her love for storytelling and talent discovery.
Jessica got her start under the mentorship of April Webster, working on unforgettable Bad Robot/JJ Abrams projects like Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Trek Into Darkness, Super 8, and CBS’ Person of Interest. She later teamed up with Carlton Cuse to cast the critically acclaimed series Bates Motel for A&E and FX’s The Strain.
In 2017, Jessica launched her own casting company, where she has championed fresh voices and diverse talent in projects like Sundance darling Sleight, Tribeca favorite Thumper, Amazon's gripping limited series Tell Me Your Secrets, and Disney+’s epic series Willow. Her work on the Oscar-winning short film Skin earned her an Artios Award, cementing her reputation as a leader in the industry.
Jessica also co-hosts the buzzworthy podcast Tipsy Casting, now in its third season. With candid conversations, industry insights, and plenty of laughs, Jessica and her co-host, Jenn Presser, give listeners a front-row seat to the fascinating world of casting.
Beyond her work in entertainment, Jessica is the heart behind A Cause for Entertainment, a nonprofit she founded to support women and families affected by breast cancer. The organization recently celebrated its milestone 10th anniversary, continuing its impactful mission to raise awareness and provide critical support to those in need.
Jessica’s passion for creativity, connection, and giving back defines her as not just a casting director, but a force for change in the industry and beyond.
REQUIREMENTS
You must have completed a Casting Access Application prior to registering for this class.
NO LATE ARRIVALS are admitted. Only those participants who have received a telephoned or e-mailed confirmation message from staff will be admitted to the session. Waitlisted individuals who have not received such confirmation will not be admitted at the door. Please do not show up if you have not been explicitly confirmed as RSVPed.
Cancellations are required by midnight the night before a class. Cancellation can only be made via the website. You cannot cancel your RSVP via email or phone. Those who have been seated by the start date are expected to comply. You must cancel your reservation before the start date if you cannot comply, or you will face a six month ineligibility period. DO NOT BE LATE. Check-in begins 15 minutes to the class start time. If you arrive after the start time, you will not be admitted and it will be counted as a no-show.
Attendance for the entirety of the class is required or it will be counted as a no-show.
This program is for educational purposes only.
