A Unique Perspective from Both Sides of the Table

The Beginning

I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, where I began performing on stage at just six years old. Theater became my first love, and I spent my childhood and teenage years honing my craft through regional and national touring productions.

My college experience began outside of Los Angeles at Pepperdine University, where I studied musical theater. After transferring to Georgia State University, I graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Communications and Theater, with an emphasis on television, radio broadcast journalism, and musical theater performance.

The Casting Years

After graduating, I was taken under the wing of casting director Shay Bentley-Griffin at Chez Casting, where I spent four years as a Casting Associate. During this time, I worked on major studio productions and collaborated with some of the industry's most respected directors and producers.

This experience fundamentally changed my perspective. I moved from being on the audition side of the table to understanding what casting professionals truly look for. I learned how to read a room, how to present material effectively, and what separates good auditions from great ones.

• • Associate Casting Director at Chez Casting, Inc.
• • Worked with Oscar Winner Ang Lee on Gemini Man
• • Worked with Oscar Winner Clint Eastwood
• • Major networks: Netflix, Paramount, Lifetime, NBC, CW, CBS

Production & Entertainment

After missing the live entertainment world, I moved to Orlando and began exploring film and television production with Walt Disney World. The experience was invaluable, but my heart kept calling me back to live entertainment.

I joined Universal Studios to produce Entertainment and Events, where I managed complex productions, coordinated with creative teams, and brought entertainment experiences to life for millions of guests. I've also managed large-scale printing and graphics installations for clients throughout Central Florida, including the theme parks.

Today, I leverage all of these experiences—performer, casting professional, production manager, and project manager—to help others succeed in this industry.

Beyond the Industry

When I'm not working with performers or managing productions, you'll find me spending time with my two boys—Tucker and Asher, adorable geriatric dachshunds—and my husband, Corey, who I've been with for 13 years.

I'm a passionate fan of Julie Andrews, Carol Burnett, Ina Garten, and RuPaul's Drag Race. I love home décor, DIY projects, and creating beautiful spaces. I'm also a strong soprano falsetto vocalist with over 10 years of piano experience, and I enjoy cooking and long-distance running.

I'm local to Orlando and frequently travel to be with immediate family throughout the Atlanta area. I look forward to using my unique background of experiences on "both sides of the table" to help you succeed in your entertainment career.