Miramax Names EVP for Production & Development

SANTA MONICA: Miramax has hired Zanne Devine as executive VP of production and development for its TV and film efforts.

Devine reports to Thomas Barrack, Jr., the chairman of Miramax, and Steve Schoch, the company's CEO. He will lead content acquisitions, production and development at the studio, overseeing both film and television. Devine has been working with Miramax for the last three years as a producer and strategic advisor on production and development opportunities related to the company's film library. He is currently leading a number of film and TV projects on behalf of Miramax, including the Gangs of New York TV series, the From Dusk Till Dawn series and The Ninth Life of Louis Drax.

“We are very excited to make Zanne’s relationship with Miramax official as we enter what we believe will be a significant expansionary period for the company,” said Barrack. “Zanne brings tremendous strength as an award-winning film producer and seasoned entertainment executive with passion and vision for current projects and the future of Miramax. We look forward to Zanne’s input and contributions as Miramax commits itself to creating content that supports its return to prominence as a major supplier of new, smart, provocative, quality entertainment.”
 
Devine added: “I am thrilled to be working with Tom, Steve and the Miramax team as we build on this already incredible library of titles. It’s an exciting time at Miramax, as we continue working to deepen our relationships with the creative community and increasingly focus on bringing new film and television production forward.”