casting director

American  

noun

1. the person responsible for selecting the cast of a theatrical production, motion picture, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of casting director

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

It was “daunting” building a sprawling cast of 30 young newcomers, says casting director Nina Gold, “but they gave us loads of time.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

That said, when the casting director on “Half Man” asked him about his “dream cast,” Gadd expressed Bell was the only one who would genuinely excite him.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 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

I Swear won three awards in total, with casting director Lauren Evans adding to its tally by winning best casting, describing the performance from Aramayo as "stellar."

From BBC • Feb. 22, 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