Overview
- Greg Hessinger will succeed Carol Lombardini as president of the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, starting April 14, 2025.
- Hessinger has a background in entertainment labor relations, including leadership roles at SAG and AFTRA, and extensive experience on both sides of labor negotiations.
- The AMPTP conducted an exhaustive search for its new leader, selecting Hessinger for his proven ability to foster collaboration and address complex industry challenges.
- The 2026 labor negotiations with key unions, including the WGA, SAG-AFTRA, and DGA, will be Hessinger’s first major test as AMPTP president.
- Key priorities for upcoming talks include job creation and employment stabilization, following the significant impacts of the 2023 dual strikes on Hollywood production levels.