Chief Oscars Officer Teni Melidonian Steps Down as Academy Prepares for YouTube Move
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Pat Saperstein
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Teni Melidonian, the chief Oscars officer, is stepping down from AMPAS as the Oscars ceremony prepares for its move to YouTube in 2029. AMPAS CEO Bill Kramer announced the departure to staff, noting Melidonian will remain as a consultant for the next year. Her responsibilities are being redistributed: Awards Production/Special Events and Talent Relations will move under Jen Davidson's team, while Member Screenings and Awards Ticketing will move under Meredith Shea's team.
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VarietyChief Oscars Officer Teni Melidonian Steps Down as Academy Prepares for YouTube Movevariety.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledEffective immediately, Awards Production/Special Events and Talent Relations will move under Jen Davidson and the Marketing, Communications and Content team.
Member Screenings and Awards Ticketing will move under Meredith Shea and the Membersh...
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