BAFTA Names Hilary Rosen Chair

Hilary Rosen has been named the new chair of BAFTA, succeeding Sara Putt after her three-year term. Rosen, the Director of Commissioning at UKTV, will oversee BAFTA's mission to champion film, games, and television talent.

Rosen was previously the Deputy Chair of BAFTA and will be supported by Ade Rawcliffe and Andrew Miller as deputy chairs. They will serve a two-year term in their roles.

In addition to Rosen's appointment, Charu Desdot and Caroline Levy have been appointed as Chairs of BAFTA's Games and Television Committees, while Nahrein Kemp will take up the role of LIT Committee Chair. Shrina Shah will also join the BAFTA Board of Trustees.

Rosen has expressed her passion for BAFTA's work in promoting the screen arts and championing talent across the screen industries. She has been a TV commissioner at UKTV, leading its slate of original scripted and unscripted content.

## What's next for BAFTA BAFTA holds TV and film awards each year, as well as running training programs and events. With Rosen at the helm, the organization is expected to continue its mission to support and promote talent in the screen industries.

The new appointments come after a thorough election process, and Rosen has described her promotion as a great privilege. She will work alongside the newly appointed committee chairs and the rest of the BAFTA Board of Trustees to build on the organization's important work.

BAFTA's new leadership team is set to play a key role in shaping the organization's future and supporting the screen industries. With their collective passion and insight, they are confident that they can continue to make a positive impact.