Jasmine Madatian has been named executive vice president of communications at DreamWorks Studios.
The announcement was made on Wednesday by DreamWorks president and chief operating officer Jeff Small, and Holly Bario, president of production.
In her new role, Madatian will be responsible for all communications strategies and media relations for the company, and will report to Small and Bario. She takes over for former head of publicity, Chip Sullivan, who was previously promoted to head of global brand integration at DreamWorks Animation in September.
Madatian will work alongside Marvin Levy, EVP, marketing. Publicity VP Kristin Stark continues in her role, and reports to both Madatian and Levy.
“Jasmine Madatian is a highly-skilled communications professional with an impressive track record. Her excellent relationships with media and members of the creative community make her the natural choice to guide our company’s communications efforts as we look towards the future,” Small said in a statement.
Previously, Madatian held senior communications positions at Walt Disney Studios, Paramount Pictures, Fox, and most recently, at The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, where she oversaw all corporate communications and publicity for The Oscars.
Madatian has worked in multiple facets of the entertainment industry, including film and TV, strategic planning for non-profits, media training, awards campaigns, crisis management and events. She has also served as a consultant to the city of Los Angeles Tourism Board.