allow us to introduce ourselves.
two organisations, one goal.
Casting Ireland is the proud sister company of The Production People. Together, we are united by our desire to “Create Teams Behind the Scenes”. The Production People provide the Crew while we recruit the Talent. We share a common goal: To connect the most qualified professionals in Ireland with creatively fulfilling projects across the film, television, theatre, and advertising industries.
Our Team is made up of seasoned industry pros, many of whom have collaborated with IFTA, BAFTA, Academy Award, and Emmy Award winning studios, artists, and production companies. Combined, we have accrued countless IMDb credits. Some of our staff also hold voting rights within organisations that award excellence in motion pictures, television, and advertising.
Who we are.
Our team is comprised of enthusiastic professionals hailing from different creative backgrounds. Combined, our vast and diverse experience keeps us ahead of the curve. As industry leaders, we endeavour to exceed client expectations while offering emerging talent the chance to kick-start their acting career.
Ireland, its creative industries, and its diverse population are being celebrated more and more on the world stage. At Casting Ireland, we believe that diversity is power. Providing equal opportunities is at the core of everything we do.
Meet our dream team
Deirdre Ryan
FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Our Executive Director, Deirdre Ryan, has over 25 years’ experience in Broadcasting, Media, and Executive Management. She leads our team, placing a strong focus on business objectives and client satisfaction. Thanks to her exemplary career, we have learnt how to build genuine and long-lasting connections with our Clients and Talent Pool.
Moreover, Deirdre is an experienced Broadcast Vision Mixer, playing an active, hands-on role in live entertainment, music productions, and events. It is this in-depth knowledge of the media industry, in conjunction with her recruitment and business skills, that pushes us go a step further to meet our Clients' needs. This is one of the many qualities that makes Casting Ireland unique in its service.
Having a team leader that is methodical and strategic, but also empathetic and understanding, is what makes us one of Ireland’s most successful casting agencies. Under Deirdre’s visionary leadership, we will continue to hold our ranking as a market-leader while conquering new goals.
Moreover, Deirdre is an experienced Broadcast Vision Mixer, playing an active, hands-on role in live entertainment, music productions, and events. It is this in-depth knowledge of the media industry, in conjunction with her recruitment and business skills, that pushes us go a step further to meet our Clients' needs. This is one of the many qualities that makes Casting Ireland unique in its service.
Having a team leader that is methodical and strategic, but also empathetic and understanding, is what makes us one of Ireland’s most successful casting agencies. Under Deirdre’s visionary leadership, we will continue to hold our ranking as a market-leader while conquering new goals.
Donal Duggan
Commercial Director
With over 25 years of leadership experience, Donal’s background is geared towards growth and customer satisfaction.
Donal’s strategic vision and dynamic approach have been key to positively transforming our day-to-day operations. During his time with us, he has shown exceptional ability to develop our business trajectory. All the while, he maintains a solid, customer-focused foundation, never losing sight of our dedication to our clients. This has helped us to boost client satisfaction, revenue, and market engagement.
Donal’s ability to spot industry opportunities has enabled us to forge mutually beneficial partnerships with new brands, organisations, and production companies while broadening staffing and recruitment offerings for legacy clients.
With his unwavering dedication to his craft, we are certain Donal will continue to provide unparalleled market insight and innovative strategies. His passion for continuous improvement will help us to achieve even greater success in the years to come.
Donal’s strategic vision and dynamic approach have been key to positively transforming our day-to-day operations. During his time with us, he has shown exceptional ability to develop our business trajectory. All the while, he maintains a solid, customer-focused foundation, never losing sight of our dedication to our clients. This has helped us to boost client satisfaction, revenue, and market engagement.
Donal’s ability to spot industry opportunities has enabled us to forge mutually beneficial partnerships with new brands, organisations, and production companies while broadening staffing and recruitment offerings for legacy clients.
With his unwavering dedication to his craft, we are certain Donal will continue to provide unparalleled market insight and innovative strategies. His passion for continuous improvement will help us to achieve even greater success in the years to come.
BIANCA VERTIZ
HEAD OF CASTING
Bianca hails from Mexico City. She slotted into our team so quickly it was as though she always belonged with us in Ireland. With vast experience in Celebrity and Talent Management, Bianca has worked with prolific Directors, Producers, and Casting Agents across the Americas. Back then, she sourced casting opportunities and brand deals for top-tier actors, performers, influencers, and television hosts across Mexico and the United States.
This experience, combined with her marketing, PR, digital platform, and corporate branding prowess - skills she refined through an MBA in Mexico and a Masters in Public Relations in TU Dublin - make her the ideal candidate to spearhead the strengthening of our online presence. She also leads our internal and external communications, as well as our outbound sales.
Bianca takes an idea and turns it into reality. With her drive and creativity, we have updated many of our internal processes, improving our talent management and customer service standards. With Bianca at the helm, things get done right.
This experience, combined with her marketing, PR, digital platform, and corporate branding prowess - skills she refined through an MBA in Mexico and a Masters in Public Relations in TU Dublin - make her the ideal candidate to spearhead the strengthening of our online presence. She also leads our internal and external communications, as well as our outbound sales.
Bianca takes an idea and turns it into reality. With her drive and creativity, we have updated many of our internal processes, improving our talent management and customer service standards. With Bianca at the helm, things get done right.
Sarah Ratcliffe
CASTING ASSOCIATE
Our Casting Associate, Sarah, is the newest addition to our team. But she has already become part of the furniture! With a Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies, a passion for creativity, and a keen eye for detail, she is meticulous in sourcing the right Talent for the right role.
Sarah has a diverse background in the film and television industries, having worked across both live action and animated projects. Previous experience working with actors and voice-over artists laid a strong foundation, allowing her to slot right into the world of casting.
With every project, Sarah prioritises Talent advocacy and Client satisfaction, focusing on clear communication, efficiency, proactivity, and above all, kindness.
Working alongside our equally driven, ambitious, and dedicated team, with Sarah having joined the ranks, we can't wait to see what the future holds for Casting Ireland!
Sarah has a diverse background in the film and television industries, having worked across both live action and animated projects. Previous experience working with actors and voice-over artists laid a strong foundation, allowing her to slot right into the world of casting.
With every project, Sarah prioritises Talent advocacy and Client satisfaction, focusing on clear communication, efficiency, proactivity, and above all, kindness.
Working alongside our equally driven, ambitious, and dedicated team, with Sarah having joined the ranks, we can't wait to see what the future holds for Casting Ireland!
Rachel Barrett
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Our Production Manager, Rachel Barrett, joined Casting Ireland as an intern in 2018. With a degree in Film and Television Production freshly under her belt, she was eager to learn as much as possible about this industry. As Rachel’s internship drew to a close, we could not bear to let her go!
Rachel has grown with our company. She is now in charge of sourcing and placing qualified professionals in diverse job vacancies within various creative industries. At our sister company, The Production People, she has excelled in connecting the best people to the right projects in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.
As if all her recruiting skills were not enough, Rachel is level-headed and wise. She's the person we look to when things don’t go as planned. She always has an original solution to any challenge we may be facing, inside or outside of the agency walls!
Rachel has grown with our company. She is now in charge of sourcing and placing qualified professionals in diverse job vacancies within various creative industries. At our sister company, The Production People, she has excelled in connecting the best people to the right projects in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.
As if all her recruiting skills were not enough, Rachel is level-headed and wise. She's the person we look to when things don’t go as planned. She always has an original solution to any challenge we may be facing, inside or outside of the agency walls!
Dave Hussey
PRODUCTION & TALENT COORDINATOR
Dave joined us in 2024 and is in his element working as our Production Planning and Talent Coordinator. Dave loves working with people, prides himself on making authentic connections, and understands that no two jobs are alike - much like the experts we source for them. His driving force is always to connect the right person to the right crew vacancy behind-the-scenes.
Having worked for many years in both the Dublin and Vancouver Visual Arts scenes, Dave draws from his wealth of knowledge and experience when tackling new projects or coming up against industry challenges.
With a background in English and Photography, he's a master of creative problem-solving, always thinking outside the box for actionable solutions. His previous experience as an Artist Liaison and Studio Manager means he understands the importance of efficient and proactive teamwork, alongside people skills, to deliver seamless results.
Dave is delighted to be a part of our passionate, ambitious, and dynamic team. With him by our side, we’re excited for what the future has in store for The Production People and Casting Ireland.
With a background in English and Photography, he's a master of creative problem-solving, always thinking outside the box for actionable solutions. His previous experience as an Artist Liaison and Studio Manager means he understands the importance of efficient and proactive teamwork, alongside people skills, to deliver seamless results.
Dave is delighted to be a part of our passionate, ambitious, and dynamic team. With him by our side, we’re excited for what the future has in store for The Production People and Casting Ireland.
