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Tammy Billik
Casting Director/Entertainment Consultant
Tammy Billik is a prominent Casting Executive at A&E Television Networks, based in New York City. She has been in this role since 2010, overseeing casting for various productions across the network, including scripted series for A+E Studios and A+E Television Networks, which encompasses channels like History and Lifetime.12
Career Background
Before her tenure at A&E, Tammy Billik held several significant positions in the entertainment industry:
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President, Next Please Productions (1990 - Present): Here, she has been involved in talent and media consulting for television and film, contributing to numerous successful projects.12
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Owner, Billik Casting (1987 - Present): This role involves casting for film and television, where she has built a reputation for excellence in her field.1
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Consultant, Olivia Companies (2002 - 2007): In this capacity, she provided expertise in casting and media consulting.1
Tammy Billik has a rich history in casting, credited with over 600 episodes of prime-time television, including notable shows like Married... with Children and Ellen, particularly the historic "coming out" episode featuring Ellen DeGeneres.34 She has also received recognition for her work, including an Artios Award from the Casting Society of America.3
Education
Tammy holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School.23
In addition to her professional achievements, she has been actively involved in various nonprofit organizations, including serving on the board of the Human Rights Campaign.13
