When media and fashion industry sources make lists of notable casting agencies, companies like the ones below are usually at the top of the list. These are some of the casting agencies that work with A-listers and up and coming artists, actors, and models to get them work on big production sets:
William Morris Endeavor is a global leader in entertainment, sports and fashion. Formed in NYC in 1898, WME is the longest-running talent casting agency in the world. In 2009, William Morris Agency (WMA) merged with Endeavor and in 2014, WME acquired IMG, the global leader in sports, events, media and fashion, forming Endeavor. This is undeniably one of the leading entertainment and media companies with Award-winning actors, directors, writers, producers, financiers and distributors who cross every genre and platform.
Established in 1991, United Talent Agency clients are some of the most acclaimed figures in film, television, news, music, sports, theater, fine art, books, video games, podcasts, and other social and digital content. UTA is where screenplays find buyers, groundbreaking films find financing, new TV series are launched, and new companies born.
Established in 1949, for over seven decades, The Gersh Agency has remained one of the most recognizable names in the entertainment industry. Based in Beverly Hills, California and New York City, this is the sixth largest talent agency in the United States. A few stars represented here are Allison Janney (“Mom,” represented by Leslie Siebert), Winona Ryder (“Stranger Things,” represented by Daisy Wu), and Elizabeth Olsen (“Avengers,” represented by Rhonda Price). Although signing with The Gersh Agency is considered a major step in a working actor’s career, The Hollywood Reporter notes that the agency has historically preferred to keep a roster of “steadily working actors whose faces might be more recognizable than their names.” So if you’re an actor or actress familiar with the business with solid professional connections and demonstrable talent, Gersh may be the agency for you.
Founded in 1975, Creative Artists Agency provides endless opportunities for the storytellers, trendsetters, icons, and thought leaders who shape popular culture in the entertainment industry. Across film, television, music, sports, digital media, marketing, and beyond, CAA represents thousands of the world’s leading actors, directors, writers, producers, musical artists, comedians, authors, athletes, coaches, broadcasters, teams, leagues, chefs, designers, fashion talent, consumer brands, and more.
One of CAA’s goals is to lead the way in diversity, advocating with buyers in the marketplace for talent from historically underrepresented minority groups – and for the cultural and commercial value of inclusion. CAA continues to increase the diversity of their talent roster and their employees today.
Abrams Artists Agency is a proven boutique agency with strong connections in Broadway and Hollywood that’s been in the business for over 40 years. It’s a reliable and recognized agency that works with talent in film, television, theatrical, commercial, and voiceover. This agency maintains a seamless connection between its NYC and Los Angeles offices.