casting director
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of casting director
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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Over the years, Ortiz had developed a relationship with casting director Jeanne McCarthy, who often invited him to audition for acting jobs.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
That said, it was heartening to witness the first-ever Oscar for best casting, which went to “One Battle After Another” casting director Cassandra Kulukundis.
From Salon • Mar. 16, 2026
It even happens to her, a casting director who has assembled star-studded casts for films such as “Men in Black,” “American Beauty” and the “Ocean’s” franchise.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
The casting director Debra Zane always comes back to a universal movie-watching experience.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
"What? No no no. I'm the director. I'm the writer, producer, director, assistant-costume designer, and casting director."
From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan
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