formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
She will help oversee the delivery of the British Academy’s mission as an arts charity, championing creatives and practitioners working in film, games and TV. Source: Hilary Rosen Appointed Deputy Chair of BAFTA’s Board of Trustees
The former Alamo Drafthouse exec replaces Craig Dehmel as he steps down after nine years with the entertainment technology company. Source: Heather Morgan Named Head Global Distribution at Imax
In a landmark moment for the film industry, the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) has elected Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS, as its new president—the first woman to hold this role in the organization’s 105-year history. The announcement has reverberated far … Continued
Reece Kurtenbach, who stepped down as president, chief executive and chairman of Daktronics’ board of directors in March, will serve as CEO of the US/Irish specialist in microLED technology. Source: Ex-Daktronics CEO takes helm at microLED tech firm XDC | … Continued
Longtime indie film marketing and publicity exec Ryan Werner has joined Neon as President of Global Cinema. In the newly created role, Werner will lead distribution efforts and bring decades of experience in marketing, publicity and awards to Neon’s slate. … Continued
The organizer of the annual Red Sea Film Festival has chosen the veteran film producer and industry pioneer to succeed Mohammed Al Turki. Source: Red Sea Film Foundation Names Faisal Baltyuor CEO