October Films Hires Head of Development for the U.S.

Doc specialist October Films has appointed Mohammed Adnan as its head of development for the U.S., based in New York City.

The hiring comes as the company ramps up growth for streamers and platforms in North America. Prior to joining October, Adnan was global head of development at Pulse Films, where he was responsible for leading the company’s nonfiction arm in the U.S., U.K. and Europe.

Matt Robins, creative director for October Films, said: “Adnan is a potent creative force with an outstanding track record in the development of ideas that turn heads and deliver insight. He is also a warm-hearted and collegiate soul, and we are delighted to have him leading our team in New York.”

Adnan added: “October’s reputation for premium limited series and returning brands is truly exceptional, and I am thrilled to be a part of it. I see lots of opportunities to harness this to grow the company’s output into new areas and for new clients in the coming months and years.”