As part of their ongoing commitment to professional development, SAG-AFTRA invited Sande Alessi and Shayne Hartigan of Alessi Hartigan Casting to lead an educational session for members. The virtual event focused on helping background actors navigate the industry and elevate their careers to the next level. During the session, the casting directors shared insights into their current roster of projects and answered questions from members regarding the realities of working on set. This collaboration underscores the reputation of Alessi Hartigan Casting as a trusted industry partner that actively contributes to the growth and education of the performer community. Alessi Hartigan Casting provides background casting for film, TV, and commercials nationwide — [learn more about our work](https://alessihartigancasting.base44.app/process). [Read the full article on SAG-AFTRA](https://www.sagaftra.org/step-background-foreground-alessi-hartigan-casting)