Toronto-based Corus Entertainment's Nelvana has announced the appointment of production and development executive Irene Weibel to the role of vice-president, head of Nelvana Studio, effective immediately.
Weibel will have overall responsibility for the development and production for all original productions from Nelvana. She will oversee the studio's creative direction, and will lead coordination of the development, series production, distribution and consumer products groups to launch new brands in the marketplace.
"We are delighted that Irene has taken on this new role at the helm of the studio," said Nelvana managing director Colin Bohm. "Irene is recognized internationally for her creative and production talent in the industry. This appointment enables us to build on Nelvana's track record of programming excellence, and positions us optimally for even greater success in the international marketplace."
Weibel formerly held the position of vice-president of international production and development for Nelvana. She will be based in Los Angeles and Toronto.
