Casting

Maura Garnett is a New York City-based Casting Director and Union Casting Assistant working across independent film, television, commercials, and theater. As an independent Casting Director, she has cast award-winning short films that have screened at festivals worldwide, including the Cannes Film Festival, championing bold, character-driven stories and emerging talent.

Alongside her independent casting work, Maura has collaborated with some of New York's leading casting offices, including Jessica Daniels, Cassandra Kulukundis, Kerry Barden & Paul Schnee, Julie Schubert, Ross Meyerson, and Mark Saks. Her experience spans high-profile television, feature films, and commercial projects, as well as national campaigns for brands including Nike, Samsung, Microsoft, Adidas, American Express, Merck, and Hackensack Meridian Health.

Maura career began when she interned under acclaimed casting directors Avy Kaufman and Stephanie Klapper and continues to develop her craft through her NYWIFT mentorship with Bess Fifer and Jason Styres. She is a proud member of Teamsters Local 817 and New York Women in Film & Television.