Former AMPAS East Coast VP Patrick Harrison Joins Frank PR To Develop New Strategic Awards Division
deadline.comEXCLUSIVE: Patrick Harrison, a longtime and well-known executive for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in New York, is moving on to a newly created position with Frank PR.
He is joining principals Clare Anne Darragh and Lina Catalfamo Plath to develop a “strategic awards division,” with plans to further engage the company in the ever-growing and lucrative business of campaigns and events targeted to the industry’s award seasons.
For the past two decades Harrison had been a much loved figure among the 1000-plus East Coast-based members of AMPAS, having been their key connection to Academy programs there.
In his new job, he will remain involved heavily in Oscar season, just from the other side of the fence as it were. “I am excited to join the Frank PR family in partnership with Clare Anne and Lina, two industry professionals I have respected, admired, and worked alongside throughout my career,” he said. “Continuing my love of film and supporting the work of established and upcoming filmmakers are passions of mine.” “Patrick is a talented and highly respected executive whose passion for our industry and exceptional relationships make him the perfect partner to build this division.
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