Maggy Francois is an American casting director, costume designer, writer, and creative producer whose multifaceted career spans film, television, commercials, and large-scale media productions. She has built a distinctive presence behind the camera as a specialist in costume design and casting for both narrative and branded projects while also contributing creatively in writing and publicity roles.

Francois is known on screen and in production for her work on notable projects such as A House of Dynamite (2025), where she served in the costume and wardrobe department, the holiday feature St. Kissed (upcoming), and The Class Reunion (in post-production). She also was casting director for the 2024 TV movie A Wesley South African Christmas and has contributed extensively to series like Hush and BET Her Presents: The Waiting Room, undertaking roles that range from casting director and costume designer to writer and unit publicist.

Beyond traditional screen credits, Francois’s career is defined by her versatility across creative disciplines. Her combined expertise in costume design, casting, and production has led to collaborations on advertising and commercial campaigns for major brands and broadcast partners. Her recent leadership in costume design and casting for a high-profile Super Bowl commercial in 2024 exemplifies her expanding influence in high-visibility entertainment and media events.

An award-winning creative director and industry consultant, Francois has also worked on international and national campaigns, music videos, and branded productions for networks and clients including BET Networks, CW Television, Nordstrom, Fox 5, and the NBA. Her work frequently bridges fashion and film, bringing stylistic vision to every production she touches.

In addition to her screen work, Francois has a significant presence in fashion education and industry leadership. She serves as a professor in the Fashion Design & Fine Arts Department at Bowie State University, mentors emerging designers, and contributes to creative boards and incubators supporting industry innovation. Her creative direction and entrepreneurial influence have been featured in Glamour, The New York Times, Ebony, Entrepreneur Magazine, Vogue, and The Washington Post.