About Hunter McHugh, CSA
Hunter McHugh (founder/owner) is a casting director originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, now based in Austin, Texas, casting projects throughout the South and nationwide. His work spans big-brand commercials, independent films, and theater, with a focus on authentic, performance-driven casting that serves both story and vision.
Hunter began his career as an actor, training at Mandeville High School and the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA) with a concentration in acting. He earned a BFA in Acting from Northern Illinois University, where his training focused on the Meisner technique, and later studied abroad at the Moscow Art Theatre in Moscow, Russia, continuing his work in classical and contemporary performance.
After securing representation and working professionally as an actor, Hunter developed a deep appreciation for the collaborative process behind the scenes. His passion for casting grew while working in production, where he served as an assistant to top producers and actors on large-budget feature films and television projects, primarily in the comedy space. This hands-on experience ultimately led him to assist casting directors and transition fully into casting.
In 2019, Hunter founded On The Hunt Casting, a full-service casting company dedicated to thoughtful, inclusive, and story-forward casting. A proud member of the Casting Society of America (CSA), Hunter loves working closely with talent, producers, and directors to help bring creative visions to life.
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