Emma Sylvester: Casting Director on BBC Dramas, Netflix Animation, Video Games & Motherhood

In this episode of Milk & Mummies Podcast, Raychel Addo sits down with casting director Emma Sylvester, whose credits include BBC favourites like Casualty, Father Brown, Sister Boniface Mysteries, and Doctors. Now working alongside Jessica Jefferies on major Netflix animations and big-budget video games, Emma shares her journey as a casting director and as a mother. We discuss: • How she started in casting & her years at the BBC • The future of casting in Netflix & gaming • What actors can do to stand out in auditions • The realities of juggling motherhood with a creative career • Honest advice for working mums in the arts Whether you’re an actor, a parent, or a creative professional, this conversation offers unfiltered insights into resilience, balance, and thriving in demanding industries. Follow Emma on Instagram: @emmasylvestercasting Follow Milk & Mummies: @milkandmummiespodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices