Casting & Movement Direction Workshop # 2
Led by Amy Gardner, founder of DanceHypha
3-Hour Online Workshop | $125 USD | Limited Space | Payment Plans Available
This comprehensive online workshop is designed for pre-professional and professional dance artists eager to strengthen both their creative and career development. Led by Amy Gardner, this session combines the essential knowledge of the casting process with the creative and logistical tools needed to work as a movement director across film, fashion, performance, and commercial content.
Workshop Overview
Gain industry insight into what it takes to get booked and thrive in creative leadership roles. You'll learn how to optimize your casting presence, build a standout DanceHypha and social media profile, and navigate the responsibilities of a movement director. Whether you're seeking more performance work or looking to expand your role behind the scenes, this intensive will equip you with practical strategies and insider knowledge.
What We’ll Cover
Casting Process & Career Positioning
What actually happens during different casting processes
How to submit in a way that gets noticed
Casting etiquette and red flags to avoid
Strengthening your DanceHypha profile and digital presence
Using social media to support and amplify your dance career
Understanding current casting and industry trends
Introduction to Movement Direction
Movement Direction vs. Choreography: Understand the difference and learn to approach each role with intention and adaptability.
Your Role as Head of Department (HOD): Navigate set dynamics and collaborate effectively with directors, producers, DPs, and other department heads. Includes real-world scenarios and guidance on set etiquette.
Working with Talent: Techniques for directing models, actors, musicians, and non-dancers in varied timeframes and settings.
Types of Jobs & Booking the Work: Learn where movement directors are in demand—from music videos and commercials to fashion and fine art—and how to build a compelling portfolio, develop industry relationships, and generate more opportunities.
Live Q&A + Personalized Guidance
A dedicated 30-minute session for your questions, individual feedback, and career strategy tips.
Casting & Movement Direction Workshop # 3
Led by Amy Gardner, founder of DanceHypha
3-Hour Online Workshop | $125 USD | Limited Space | Payment Plans Available
This comprehensive online workshop is designed for pre-professional and professional dance artists eager to strengthen both their creative and career development. Led by Amy Gardner, this session combines the essential knowledge of the casting process with the creative and logistical tools needed to work as a movement director across film, fashion, performance, and commercial content.
Workshop Overview
Gain industry insight into what it takes to get booked and thrive in creative leadership roles. You'll learn how to optimize your casting presence, build a standout DanceHypha and social media profile, and navigate the responsibilities of a movement director. Whether you're seeking more performance work or looking to expand your role behind the scenes, this intensive will equip you with practical strategies and insider knowledge.
What We’ll Cover
Casting Process & Career Positioning
What actually happens during different casting processes
How to submit in a way that gets noticed
Casting etiquette and red flags to avoid
Strengthening your DanceHypha profile and digital presence
Using social media to support and amplify your dance career
Understanding current casting and industry trends
Introduction to Movement Direction
Movement Direction vs. Choreography: Understand the difference and learn to approach each role with intention and adaptability.
Your Role as Head of Department (HOD): Navigate set dynamics and collaborate effectively with directors, producers, DPs, and other department heads. Includes real-world scenarios and guidance on set etiquette.
Working with Talent: Techniques for directing models, actors, musicians, and non-dancers in varied timeframes and settings.
Types of Jobs & Booking the Work: Learn where movement directors are in demand—from music videos and commercials to fashion and fine art—and how to build a compelling portfolio, develop industry relationships, and generate more opportunities.
Live Q&A + Personalized Guidance
A dedicated 30-minute session for your questions, individual feedback, and career strategy tips.
Casting & Movement Direction Workshop # 1
Led by Amy Gardner, founder of DanceHypha
3-Hour Online Workshop | $125 USD | Limited Space | Payment Plans Available
This comprehensive online workshop is designed for pre-professional and professional dance artists eager to strengthen both their creative and career development. Led by Amy Gardner, this session combines the essential knowledge of the casting process with the creative and logistical tools needed to work as a movement director across film, fashion, performance, and commercial content.
Workshop Overview
Gain industry insight into what it takes to get booked and thrive in creative leadership roles. You'll learn how to optimize your casting presence, build a standout DanceHypha and social media profile, and navigate the responsibilities of a movement director. Whether you're seeking more performance work or looking to expand your role behind the scenes, this intensive will equip you with practical strategies and insider knowledge.
What We’ll Cover
Casting Process & Career Positioning
What actually happens during different casting processes
How to submit in a way that gets noticed
Casting etiquette and red flags to avoid
Strengthening your DanceHypha profile and digital presence
Using social media to support and amplify your dance career
Understanding current casting and industry trends
Introduction to Movement Direction
Movement Direction vs. Choreography: Understand the difference and learn to approach each role with intention and adaptability.
Your Role as Head of Department (HOD): Navigate set dynamics and collaborate effectively with directors, producers, DPs, and other department heads. Includes real-world scenarios and guidance on set etiquette.
Working with Talent: Techniques for directing models, actors, musicians, and non-dancers in varied timeframes and settings.
Types of Jobs & Booking the Work: Learn where movement directors are in demand—from music videos and commercials to fashion and fine art—and how to build a compelling portfolio, develop industry relationships, and generate more opportunities.
Live Q&A + Personalized Guidance
A dedicated 30-minute session for your questions, individual feedback, and career strategy tips.

Movement Director Training Session
Movement Director Training Session
$125 USD | Limited Space | Payment Plans Available
Led by Amy Gardner, this online workshop introduces the skills needed to work as a movement director in film, fashion, live performance, and commercial content. Ideal for pre-professional and professional dance artists looking to expand their creative practice.
What We’ll Cover
Movement Direction vs. Choreography
Understanding the distinction and how to approach each role with intention and flexibility.Your Role as an HOD (Head of Department)
Navigating set dynamics, collaborating with directors, producers, DPs, and other department heads. Includes real-world case scenarios and set etiquette guidance.Working with Talent
Techniques for directing models, actors, musicians, and non-dancers based on varying timeframes, shoot types, and personalities.Types of Jobs That Require Movement Directors
From music videos and fashion campaigns to theater, commercials, and fine art projects—learn where movement directors are in demand.Booking the Work
How to build a compelling portfolio, cultivate relationships, and generate more opportunities.Q&A Session: 30 minutes dedicated to your questions, individual guidance, and career strategy tips.

Casting Tips Workshop
$65 USD | Limited Space | Payment Plans Available
Overview
Led by Amy Gardner, founder of DanceHypha, this 90-minute online workshop offers insight into the casting process and how to position yourself for success. We’ll cover submission tips, etiquette, and how to strengthen your personal brand and digital portfolio through DanceHypha and social media.
What We’ll Cover
What actually happens during different casting processes
How to submit in a way that gets noticed
Tips for improving your DanceHypha profile
Current casting and industry trends
Using social media to support your dance career
Casting etiquette and common red flags
Live Q&A to address your specific questions