Screen Queensland appoints new CEO

Screen Queensland has today announced Jacqui Feeney as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Courtney Gibson who resigned in April after 7 months in the role.

She was previously managing director of Fox Networks Group and National Geographic and most recently worked in management consultancy services. She has also held senior roles at Foxtel, including director of Presto, was CEO of World Movies and held board positions with Sydney Film Festival, Nickelodeon, XYZ Networks, ASTRA and Documentary Australia.

“Ms Feeney is extremely well placed to lead the agency with her vast capabilities across stakeholder relations with government bodies, international studios and broadcasters, as well as contract negotiations and business and product development,” Screen Queensland Chair, Roslyn Atkinson, said.

“The Board was unanimous in our decision to appoint Ms Feeney as Screen Queensland’s Chief Executive Officer.

“She brings a wealth of industry knowledge and relationships as an accomplished screen executive who has worked with major institutions such as the BBC and ABC, as well as Screen NSW and Foxtel.

“Jacqui has also held board positions with Sydney Film Festival, Nickelodeon, Documentary Australia and innovation incubator Fishburners, and supported a range of start-up companies.

“On behalf of the Board, I welcome Jacqui to the Screen Queensland team and offer our deep thanks to Chief Creative Officer Dr Belinda Burns for her commitment and leadership as Acting CEO during the interim period,” Ms Atkinson said.

Ms Feeney said that she is looking forward to connecting with Queensland screen practitioners and games developers, as well as collaborating closely with industry locally and internationally on new opportunities.

“It’s been my privilege to work in a sector that’s all about people, ideas and stories, and now to be in a pivotal role to help nurture Queensland’s distinct and diverse voices, especially those of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

“I’m committed to working collaboratively with the whole industry, our partners and especially the Screen Queensland team and Board, to capitalise on our state’s strengths as a natural home for the screen sector.

“We have the opportunity to enhance the contribution of Queensland crews and creatives in our local screen storytelling while being the go-to location for Australian and international productions,” Ms Feeney said.

Ms Feeney joins Screen Queensland from Wednesday 26 July.