The Pinewood Studios Group has announced that Naoise Barry is joining the company as Head of Production at Pinewood Productions Ireland Ltd.
Naoise joins the company from his current position as Film Commissioner for the Irish Film Board (IFB) where he has worked for the past fourteen years.
Pinewood Studios announced the launch of Pinewood Production Ireland Limited in May. The company is a full service production company focusing on physical production administration, Section 481 application and packaging. Paul Donovan, MD of Deadpan Pictures, has already been appointed to the board of directors in the new company.
IFB Chief Executive, James Hickey said: "Naoise has played an enormous role in attracting international production to Ireland. During his tenure at the IFB he succeeded in establishing two very important and influential networks; the FILM DUBLIN Partnership and the Network of Regional Film Offices. These industry support networks include a wide range of public bodies who provide vital support to filmmakers. He also forged strong links with Tourism Ireland to exploit the synergy between film and tourism. We would like to thank him for his dedicated service and wish him the very best of luck in the next phase of his career.”
EVP of Pinewood International, Andy Weltman said: “We are delighted to welcome Naoise Barry to the Pinewood Studios Group. We’ve worked with Naoise in his role at the IFB over the years, and know he has an exceptional record of achievements in his field. His unique expertise will prove invaluable to Pinewood’s new venture in Ireland.”
Speaking about his new position Naoise Barry said: “I am very much looking forward to joining the Pinewood Group and bringing my knowledge and experience of the industry to my new role as Head of Production.”
Naoise will take up his new position in mid-August.
