casting director
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of casting director
First recorded in 1920–25
Example Sentences
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Executive producer and casting director Deena Katz has brought her daughter to the set of “Dancing With the Stars” since she was 4 years old.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
After three final women auditioned, Burley explained how the casting director told the group to "make your mind up".
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
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
"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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