casting director

noun

: a person who supervises the casting of dramatic productions (such as films and plays)

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This year, now that the Academy is finally recognizing casting directors for their work — with the launch of a casting category — there’s a world where Maisler could snag more than one nomination. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025 The sheer scope of House of Dynamite was nothing that the casting director had experience in her career, which includes Coen Brothers onscreen ensembles and titles like Past Lives. Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2025 The Institute’s first location and talent catalog will debut with the 2026 launch and will be designed to aid casting directors and scouts. Zac Ntim, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025 With cameras set to roll again, casting directors are now turning to Charlotte residents to help bring season two to life. Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for casting director

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First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of casting director was in 1922

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“Casting director.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/casting%20director. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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