Stephen Garrett’s U.K. production company Chapter 7 has appointed Anna Higgs as its new managing director.
The prod-co, known for shows including Tom Hiddleton-starrer “The Night Manager” and “The Undoing” featuring Nicole Kidman, has also promoted Carly Conway to creative director.
Higgs previously led global entertainment partnerships at Meta and was creative director at video channel Nowness, owned by LVMH. She has also previously worked at Film4 as a commissioning exec and an independent producer. Currently Higgs serves is chair of BAFTA’s film committee as well as being a board trustee.
“I’m so delighted to have Anna joining Character 7,” said Character 7 founder and executive chair Stephen Garrett. “Her fabulously eclectic experience in the television and film industry is a thrilling fit for our ambition to go on developing and creating ground-breaking drama and supporting our ambitions and investment in the future.”
Higgs said: “I’m thrilled to be joining Character 7 and to be working with Stephen 15 years after we first met. It’s an exciting opportunity to lead a team that’s as passionate about creating exceptional television as I am. I’m ready to push the boundaries of what we can achieve, working together with the very best talent to tell incredible stories in this space.”
Conway added: “I love working at Character 7 with Stephen and am delighted to be steering the creative ship for the company, building upon our success for producing high-end, globally reaching shows which both thrill and challenge audiences. I’m excited to welcome and work alongside Anna, who brings a blend of creativity and expertise that aligns with our vision. I look forward to our next chapter and the stories to come.”
Garrett, a prolific producer who also founded “MI-5” and “Life on Mars” shingle Kudos, first launched Character 7 in 2016. The new senior leadership team appointments are a signal of the company’s commitment to continued strategic growth and creative excellence.
The companies has recently wrapped on “The Night Manager” Season 2.