Nikki Barrett

Nikki Barrett

Nikki Barrett is a prominent Australian casting director with a career spanning over two decades, known for her extensive work in both feature films and television. She has contributed to the casting of numerous acclaimed productions, including "The Power of the Dog" (2021), "The Babadook" (2014), and "Mad Max: Fury Road" (2015). Her notable film credits also include "The Great Gatsby" (2013), "Hacksaw Ridge" (2016), "Australia" (2008), "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales" (2017), and "Elvis" (2022), for which she won a British Academy Film Award in the Best Casting category. Beyond her film work, Barrett has also been involved in television series such as "Jack Irish" (2016), "Black Snow" (2022-2025), and the upcoming "The Narrow Road to the Deep North" (2025). She has garnered multiple awards and nominations for her casting work, including a BAFTA Award and several Casting Guild of Australia Award nominations. Nikki Barrett is recognized as a leading figure in the Australian and international casting industry, known for her contributions to diverse and significant projects.