Ahead of some big changes coming to the Oscars, the Academy is making changes to its structure.
Hollywood Reporter She confirmed that the organization’s CEO, Bill Kramer, announced to members on Wednesday that Tini Meledonian will leave her full-time position as CEO of the Academy Awards effective immediately, while continuing to serve as a consultant for next year.
Meledonian served as the primary liaison between AMPAS and Disney, which has long held the broadcast rights to the Academy Awards via ABC. Accordingly, Meledonian’s departure has been described as a result of a larger staff restructuring ahead of the upcoming 100th Academy Awards in 2028 and a planned move from ABC to YouTube – and from Hollywood to downtown Los Angeles – the following year, in 2029.
“It is critical that we align our teams in a way that supports our immediate priorities and long-term vision,” Kramer wrote. “Planning for these milestones is already well underway, and we believe now is the right time to bring together related functions more closely to enhance collaboration, efficiency and strategic alignment.”
The reorganization will now see member presentations and awards ticketing moved under the direction of Meredith Shea and her Membership, Influence and Industry team, while awards/special events production and talent relations will fall under the umbrella of Jennifer Davidson and her marketing, communications and content team. “This structure aligns teams around shared priorities, functions, and expertise,” says Bear Kramer.
Shea rejoins AMPAS in 2023 in the newly created role of Head of Membership, Impact and Industry, while Davidson, who has been with the organization since 2019, was recently put in charge of the newly created Advanced Digital Academy Studios.
Meledonian first joined AMPAS more than 20 years ago before assuming her final role in 2024. “We are extremely grateful for Tenney’s incredible contributions over the past two decades,” Kramer wrote. “Her dedication and partnership have helped shape countless Academy initiatives, and her impact on this organization will be felt for years to come.”
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