Chief Oscars Officer Teni Melidonian Transitions to AMPAS Consultant as Awards Production Moves Under Jennifer Davidson

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Pat Saperstein

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As the Oscars ceremony prepares for its move to YouTube in 2029, chief Oscars officer Teni Melidonian is stepping down, AMPAS CEO Bill Kramer told staffers in an email, according to sources. Melidonian, who has been the lead liaison between the Academy and Disney/ABC, will continue on as a consultant for the next year.

Kramer wrote in his email, “Effective 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 Membership, Impact and Industry team.

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