Gillian Hawser
Gillian Hawser is an internationally renowned casting director with over 30 years of
experience in film, TV, and theatre across the UK, Europe, and the US. She has worked with
major companies like Warner Bros, Sony, HBO, and Universal, casting over 150 titles, from
Hollywood blockbusters to independent films and innovative shorts.
A BAFTA member for over 20 years, Gillian played a key role in the campaign for a BAFTA Award for Casting, introduced in 2019. She has served on the BAFTA Film Committee and
Council, and has sat on numerous juries for BAFTA and BIFA. She also mentors emerging
talent and supports pro bono projects for British filmmakers.
Previously on the European Board of the Casting Society of America (CSA) for seven years,
Gillian continues to champion diversity and the recognition of casting directors in the industry.