Casting Directors Association

With over 25 years of Casting experience working with leading Production Companies and Directors worldwide Ali and her team have cast numerous Award-winning campaigns. We love collaborating with our Directors to find the best talent for each project whether that be established actors or unseen and emerging talent. We are delighted to be nominated for 3 Awards this year.

Anna has built an exciting and varied resume as a Casting Director, working on Film,TV, Theatre and Commercials. She prides herself in scouring the country and across the globe to cast the perfect person for every role. Anna has an extensive knowledge of talent and a broad network of contacts within the industry.

Bailey Frances has been with Shakyra Dowling Casting for the past seven years and has quickly established herself as an award-winning casting director with a distinctive body of work. Her credits include Daisy Jacob’s Dangerous Romance (Raindance, HollyShorts) and her upcoming feature debut Paint Quest.
She won the Best Casting Award at Tweetfest 2023 for Maxine Peake’s Incompatible, and has also cast Karen Bryson’s Monochromatic and BAFTA-nominated Elham Ehsas’ There Will Come Soft Rains.

Working in the industry since 1993, Brendan McNamara is a multi-award winning casting director for Beach Casting Ltd and the author of “It’s the Audition, Stupid!”. This will be Brendan’s 9th CDA nomination.

Cass Castings was founded in 2014 by Cassandra Moore. In the years since, Cassandra has since been involved in casting hundreds of high profile advertising campaigns.
Cass Casting has significant experience in street casting and now offers a full spectrum casting service. With an eye for detail and out of the box thinking, we are able to find the right person for every role. Cassandra also benefits from a strong background in production, bringing a holistic view and understanding of the overall production process to the benefit of clients.
The team at Cass Casting consists of some of the best street casters and research assistants in the UK and the world. Cass Casting has a growing database of thousands of people, turning around client production casting briefs quickly and accurately.
Cassandra is a very passionate and accomplished casting director who loves representing and bringing diversity to the industry.

Claire has been involved in casting for over 18 years. During this time, she has worked on a variety of projects including multiple award-winning Commercials and Music Videos. Casting worldwide, Claire actively encourages discovering new talent, supporting established actors and is a very proud member of the CDA, CDG and CSA. 

ET Casting operates from London and Sydney, with Casting Directors Emily Tilelli, CDA CDG, and Zita Zutic Konak, CDA CDG, dividing their time between the UK and Australia. With over 30 years of combined experience, they’ve cast thousands of commercials and numerous films, earning recognition in top industry publications and global festivals such as Cannes Lions, Sundance, and BAFTA.
Committed to inclusion, ET Casting champions new talent and advocates for authentic on-screen representation.

Hannah Birkett is an award-winning casting director with more than 27 years’ experience, renowned for her instinctive eye for comedy and her bold, original casting choices. She has a talent for matching actors to roles in a way that brings characters vividly to life, creating performances that stay with audiences well beyond the final frame.
Her forward-looking approach—spotting emerging talent and understanding audience dynamics—ensures every project benefits from casting that feels both authentic and memorable.
A long-standing BAFTA voting member and CDA board member, Hannah is deeply committed to inclusivity and to pushing creative boundaries, championing storytelling that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of real life.
Her work has been recognised with several industry honours, including Cannes Lions, British Arrow, Ciclope, D&AD, Creative Circle, CDA, Cristal, Shots, and the Kinsale Shark Award.

Hannah is a multi award-winning Casting Director based in London. For 15 years she has been casting for the best directors, the biggest brands and most iconic campaigns. Her unrivalled access to incredible actors is thanks to a longstanding relationship with the industry’s top agents and a global scouting network that guarantees not only the best talent for each role but also new, fresh faces that haven’t been seen in commercials before.

Harry Blumenau Casting is a forward-thinking casting company working across theatre, film and live performance, led by Harry Blumenau and known for its sharp creative instinct, clarity of process and collaborative approach.
Working alongside the impeccable Laura Seaborn and Nikki Seymour, the team is trusted by producers and creatives to build focused, respectful and creatively alive rooms.
In 2025, they won the Whatsonstage award for Best Casting Direction for their work on Why Am I So Single?
Harry Blumenau Casting is a full member of the Casting Directors’ Guild (CDG), Casting Directors Association (CDA) and the Casting Society of America (CSA), reflecting its commitment to professional excellence, integrity and best practice across the industry.

Jill’s shows include: The Great Gatsby, Devil Wears Prada, Shucked, War Horse (since 2015), The Little Big Things, Jersey Boys, Lazarus, Scottsboro Boys, Fosse, and many more.

Since launching in 2007 Kate & Lou Casting have successfully cast thousands of incredible actors, models and real people for film, television, commercials, online projects and photography campaigns. Working with some of the biggest directors, photographers and brands in the world, their award-winning work spans the globe.

Kharmel Cochrane is a celebrated Casting Director, known for championing fresh, diverse talent across acclaimed projects such as The Witch, The Lighthouse, Saltburn, Wuthering Heights and Wicker. With over 15 years of experience, she is one of Britain’s most influential figures in casting, shaping both independent films and major studio releases.

LANE Casting is a company of Casting Directors who work internationally, with offices in Barcelona, London, and Madrid. Using traditional casting methods, street casting, specialist research, and celebrity casting, their work ranges from long-form narrative and TV series to short films, commercials, music videos, stills, and special projects.

Leanne has developed a creative approach to casting and has a keen eye for spotting talent. She mixes traditional casting methods with real people and is often approached for comedy casting. Leanne works with some incredible directors and has gone on to cast a range of exciting projects. These include numerous notable commercials (This Girl Can), TV (such as the first season of People Just Do Nothing), music promos (Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan), and award-winning short films.
She has also worked on feature films—hired to street cast new talent and non-actors for Yorgos Lanthimos’s Oscar-winning film The Favourite. Leanne has won D&AD Pencils, Silver British Arrows, and Ciclope casting awards, as well as CDG and CDA awards.
Leanne is a member of both the CDA and the CDG.

Nicci is one of the UK’s leading Casting Directors and has been a professional casting director for over 25 years casting over 50 Films and TV shows. Working across film, TV, Games and high-end commercials she has worked with many leading directors and producers. She is the former chair of the CSA’s Equity in Entertainment and Festivals and Panels Committee.

Pearson Casting’s UK theatre work includes Olivier Award–winning Operation Mincemeat, Olivier Award–winning Titanique, Olivier Award–nominated SIX The Musical, Olivier Award–nominated production Bluey’s Big Play, and the Olivier Award–nominated revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express.

RoadCasting blends fearless vision with cultural inclusivity. Global casting, powered by purpose.

Rob Kelly is a leading casting director known for his sharp eye for emerging talent and his ability to attach high-profile actors to projects that drive greenlights. Specialising in film and television, he has cast projects for major broadcasters and studios, including Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, Sky, Disney, Sony, Lionsgate, and StudioCanal, to name a few.
Beyond casting, Rob has a strong background in talent representation, having successfully run his own agency, where he helped shape the careers of some of today’s most recognised performers. His deep understanding of both performance and industry dynamics allows him to make casting choices that are not only right for the project but also contribute to long-term career success for the talent he champions.
In addition to his work in casting, Rob is an on-screen acting coach for both adults and young actors, running regular screen acting classes at his Tottenham Court Road studio, StudioTCR. His sought-after training provides actors with essential on-camera experience, preparing them for the demands of the industry.
With a career dedicated to finding and elevating exceptional talent, Rob continues to be a trusted name in casting, shaping the future of film and television.

Sally started working in casting 14 years ago, assisting Brendan McNamara, Leanne Flinn, and Kharmel Cochrane on many commercial projects, from which she began to develop her skills and her own client list. Prior to working in casting, she had extensive experience working with children in a variety of settings, from children’s homes to adventure playgrounds, and naturally gravitated to children’s casting from the start.
She has undertaken children’s searches on projects such as The Crown, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Trying, That Christmas, Les Misérables, Fear, and His Dark Materials. She now divides her time between her own work in commercial, film, and TV, most recently working on UK casting for Yorgos Lanthimos’s forthcoming feature Bugonia, and as an ad hoc associate to Kahleen Crawford and Rachel Freck.
Sally lives in Brighton with her cat children, Zoo and Neko, and her seven saxophones.

Looks Like Me Casting celebrates all people through casting. We ensure people (actors, creators and street casts) are considered and featured in advertising, audio, theatre and mainstream media. 

Shakyra Dowling is a seasoned casting director with a deep understanding of the film and television industry. Since 2009 she has become renowned for assembling exceptional casts across independent British features, European co-productions, television, and commercials.
Shakyra’s work spans projects featuring A-list talent, emerging stars, and award-winning creatives. Her keen eye for both established names and fresh faces has contributed to films and series that have premiered and won accolades at prestigious festivals, including the BAFTAs, BIFAs, Berlinale, Sundance, and TIFF.
A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, Shakyra is committed to amplifying underrepresented voices in casting. She is also a vocal supporter of women in filmmaking and thrives on collaborating with visionary directors and innovative storytellers.
Her excellence in casting has been recognized with nominations for the Artios CSA Awards and CDA Awards.

Since starting out street-casting for hard-hitting Aids and Anti-Heroin advertising campaigns back in the 1980s, Sue’s favourite commissions have always been powerful charity and public awareness projects, which have recently included a number of LGBTQIA+ projects. Working with iconic photographers and directors, the films she’s cast have won a number of prestigious awards over the years.

Sunnie has a background in acting and TV/Film Production. She runs a highly experienced and dedicated casting team who have cast global music videos, commercials, stills, online content, film and TV projects since 2007. Sunnie is known for tackling the most challenging of casting briefs and getting exceptional results in a short space of time.

With over two decades in casting, Tom launched Thomas Adams Casting in 2015 and has since become a trusted partner to directors, producers, and talent agents worldwide. Known for his sharp eye and instinct for discovering the perfect fit, he brings experience, creativity, and dedication to every project.

Tree specialises in casting films, commercials, photography, and branded content, and is known for her knowledge, enthusiasm, and abundant energy. She has worked with some of the biggest international brands and directors worldwide and has always loved a niche brief - no brief is too obscure!

Atmosphere Faces is a culture-first talent agency, rooted in London with a roster that stretches worldwide. We represent models, dancers, actors, sports specialists and creators — talent defined by individuality, diversity and the energy to make waves and shift the narrative.
Our talent don’t just appear in campaigns; they shape them. From music videos and fashion films to global launches and live experiences, Atmosphere’s Faces are behind the images, stories and performances that define today.
We work across fashion, film, music, beauty and sport, connecting standout talent with projects that resonate far beyond a single moment. Whether it’s a high-profile international campaign or an underground collaboration, our focus stays the same: putting the right faces in the frame.
Atmosphere isn’t just an agency, it’s a space where talent thrive, break boundaries and step onto the world’s biggest stages, all while staying true to who they are.

Rogues and Vagabonds is one of the most respected and successful co-operative agencies in the UK.
Founded in 1986, we have the experience and reputation to provide an effective, dynamic and professional service.
Rogues and Vagabonds Management is an active member of the CPMA and a successful, vibrant part of our members’ lives.

Conway Van Gelder Grant are a leading actors agency based in the heart of the West End. Established over 50 years ago, we continue to be at the forefront of the international entertainment industry, representing respected and successful talent from around the world.
Suzanne Ford is the lead Commercials agent at CVGG.