Gillian Hawser is a highly acclaimed and experienced casting director with a career spanning over three decades. She has worked on a wide range of projects across film, television, and theatre, both in the UK, Europe, and the US. With her extensive network of connections, she has built strong relationships with leading producers and production companies, including Bill Kenwright, Warner Bros, Sony, HBO, and Universal.
Throughout her illustrious career, Gillian has cast over 150 titles on IMDB, showcasing her impressive range and versatility. She has worked on both big-budget Hollywood films and independent projects, as well as groundbreaking shorts. Her dedication to mentoring emerging talent is also evident, as she works with a number of up-and-coming directors, producers, and casting directors.
Gillian is a prominent figure in the British Academy, having served as an elected member of BAFTA Council for eight years and subsequently being elected onto BAFTA Film Committee for the past four years. During her tenure, she has been a vocal advocate for increased diversity within the industry and has fought tirelessly to recognize the vital role of the casting director in shaping the industry's image.
One of her most notable achievements was being instrumental in the launch of the new Casting awards for film and television in 2020. Additionally, she has been a long-standing member of the British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) and had the privilege of chairing all the performance juries for the BIFA Awards this year.
Gillian is also an active member of the Casting Directors Guild and serves on the European Board of the Casting Society of America.
