Glen Boreham AM, Chair of Screen Australia, announced on March 28 that he will step down from his position at the expiration of his term on June 30, 2014. “It has been an enormous pleasure working with the dedicated Screen Australia team to help support, promote and grow Australian storytelling,” he said. “As the inaugural Chair of Screen Australia it has always been my intention to stay five to six years to set up the agency, drive its long-term strategic goals and leave it in … [Read more...] about Screen Australia chair to step down at end of term
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New production company launches in New Zealand
According to Yahoo! New Zealand, at the Big Screen Symposium, New Zealand producers Richard Fletcher and Paul Davis unveiled details of Libertine Pictures, a new film and television production company with ambitious plans for the country’s screen production sector.Fletcher and Davis, who are joint managing directors, formed the company with New Zealand-based writer Neil Cross, who will be Libertine’s creative director. Cross is the creator of the crime … [Read more...] about New production company launches in New Zealand
Graeme Mason appointed as Screen Australia CEO
With over 20 years of international experience in film, television and multi-media businesses, Mason has has worked with large U.S. studios, a UK television network, independent producers and government agencies. Mason was chosen from over 250 international candidates. Screen Australia Chair Glen Boreham said, “The Board was extremely impressed by Graeme’s extensive commercial experience and his unique perspective on the need for a screen agency to create a bridge between industry … [Read more...] about Graeme Mason appointed as Screen Australia CEO