EXCLUSIVE: Angel Studios, the mission-driven studio that empowers creators to crowdfund and create global films and television series, today announced the appointment of Thomas Hughes to the newly created position of Executive Vice President, Head of Distribution Strategy and Global Partnerships. Angel Studios released three feature films this year including the summer’s breakout hit, Sound Of Freedom which grossed $231 million worldwide.
Hughes will join Angel’s Global Distribution team led by Chief Distribution Officer Jared Geesey. He will play a key role in steering the rapidly growing distribution team and forging new global strategic partnerships. In addition, Hughes will lead business development worldwide, establishing and deepening connections with strategic partners.
“Thomas’ extensive experience will be instrumental in advancing our distribution footprint for stories that amplify light, and I am honored to have him join our team,” said Geesey.
“Joining Angel Studios, a company squarely at the forefront of innovation and disruption in the industry, is the perfect fit,” said Hughes. “The company’s mission is powerful and compelling to me personally, and I’m humbled to join this remarkably talented team and to be a part of Angel Studios’ future growth and success.”
With over 35 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry, Hughes was formerly Executive Vice President of Worldwide Digital Distribution at Lionsgate and prior to that, Vice President of Worldwide Digital at MGM. He recently had his own consulting firm, Kingston Media Consulting, where Angel Studios was a client.