Imax has hired Heather Morgan as its new Head of Global Distribution.
At the same, Craig Dehmel, who’s been Imax’s longstanding Head of Global Distribution for the last nine years, is departing the large format exhibitor.
During Dehmel’s run at Imax, the company delivered the best years in its history at the global box office. Dehmel was behind figuring out how Imax screens could co-share multiple tentpoles during the year-end holidays, one example being Wicked, Gladiator II and Moana 2. Imax gives credit to Dehmel for more than doubling their number of films, events, and experiences programmed annually across their global network, including its pivotal expansion into local language releases.
In her role, Morgan will oversee curation for the company’s expansive theatrical releases around the world.
Morgan comes from Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas where she served as Chief Content Officer. She’ll be based in the company...
At the same, Craig Dehmel, who’s been Imax’s longstanding Head of Global Distribution for the last nine years, is departing the large format exhibitor.
During Dehmel’s run at Imax, the company delivered the best years in its history at the global box office. Dehmel was behind figuring out how Imax screens could co-share multiple tentpoles during the year-end holidays, one example being Wicked, Gladiator II and Moana 2. Imax gives credit to Dehmel for more than doubling their number of films, events, and experiences programmed annually across their global network, including its pivotal expansion into local language releases.
In her role, Morgan will oversee curation for the company’s expansive theatrical releases around the world.
Morgan comes from Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas where she served as Chief Content Officer. She’ll be based in the company...
- 6/12/2025
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Imax has hired Alamo Drafthouse chief content officer Heather Morgan as its new head of global distribution, taking over from the departing Craig Dehmel.
Morgan will oversee curation for the company’s expansive content portfolio across its global network and will report to Jonathan Fischer, Chief Content Officer of Imax.
“Heather has a proven ability to wield data, creativity and audience insights in developing programming strategies that resonate with audiences,” said Fischer. “As demand for the Imax Experience soars and our content portfolio expands to more than 130 films and events each year, Heather’s expertise will be critical in delivering for our fans and maximizing the value of our unique global platform.”
“Imax has taken its position as the gold standard in immersive entertainment to the next level in recent years, and yet so much more potential remains as filmmakers and creators around the world line up to create for this platform,...
Morgan will oversee curation for the company’s expansive content portfolio across its global network and will report to Jonathan Fischer, Chief Content Officer of Imax.
“Heather has a proven ability to wield data, creativity and audience insights in developing programming strategies that resonate with audiences,” said Fischer. “As demand for the Imax Experience soars and our content portfolio expands to more than 130 films and events each year, Heather’s expertise will be critical in delivering for our fans and maximizing the value of our unique global platform.”
“Imax has taken its position as the gold standard in immersive entertainment to the next level in recent years, and yet so much more potential remains as filmmakers and creators around the world line up to create for this platform,...
- 6/12/2025
- by Jeremy Fuster
- The Wrap
Heather Morgan has been hired as head of global distribution at Imax and replaces Craig Dehmel, who is stepping down after nine years.
Morgan most recently served as chief content officer at Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas and will oversee curation for the company’s portfolio across its global network. She will be based in Imax Corporation’s Playa Vista office in the Los Angeles area and reports to chief content officer Jonathan Fischer.
Steve Garrett will continue in his role as head of domestic distribution and takes on an expanded role as head of alternative content for Imax.
Fischer highlighted Morgan...
Morgan most recently served as chief content officer at Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas and will oversee curation for the company’s portfolio across its global network. She will be based in Imax Corporation’s Playa Vista office in the Los Angeles area and reports to chief content officer Jonathan Fischer.
Steve Garrett will continue in his role as head of domestic distribution and takes on an expanded role as head of alternative content for Imax.
Fischer highlighted Morgan...
- 6/12/2025
- ScreenDaily
Imax Corporation has named Heather Morgan as its new head of global distribution.
Previously, Morgan served as chief content officer of Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas. In her new role, Morgan will lead the curation of the content that plays on Imax’s network of screens. She will be based in the company’s Playa Vista office and will report to Jonathan Fischer, chief content officer of IMAX. Additionally, Steve Garrett will continue in his role as head of domestic distribution, while taking on an expanded role as head of alternative content for Imax.
Morgan joins Imax as Craig Dehmel, the company’s longstanding head of global distribution, steps down from his role.
“Heather has a proven ability to wield data, creativity, and audience insights in developing programming strategies that resonate with audiences,” said Fischer. “As demand for the Imax Experience soars and our content portfolio expands to more than 130 films and events each year,...
Previously, Morgan served as chief content officer of Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas. In her new role, Morgan will lead the curation of the content that plays on Imax’s network of screens. She will be based in the company’s Playa Vista office and will report to Jonathan Fischer, chief content officer of IMAX. Additionally, Steve Garrett will continue in his role as head of domestic distribution, while taking on an expanded role as head of alternative content for Imax.
Morgan joins Imax as Craig Dehmel, the company’s longstanding head of global distribution, steps down from his role.
“Heather has a proven ability to wield data, creativity, and audience insights in developing programming strategies that resonate with audiences,” said Fischer. “As demand for the Imax Experience soars and our content portfolio expands to more than 130 films and events each year,...
- 6/12/2025
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Imax has tapped former Alamo Drafthouse content exec Heather Morgan as its new head of global distribution.
Morgan, who served as chief content officer at Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas, replaces Craig Dehmel, who is stepping down as global distribution chief after nine years at Imax. And Steve Garrett will continue as head of domestic distribution while taking on the additional role of head of alternative content for Imax.
Morgan, based in the company’s Playa Vista office, will oversee curation of Imax’s content portfolio across its global network and report to Jonathan Fischer, chief content officer. “On behalf of Rich and everyone at Imax, I want to express gratitude and admiration for Craig Dehmel and his contributions to Imax over the course of a deeply transformational time for the company — which he leaves in a much stronger, more diversified position,” Fischer said in a statement.
Fischer joined Imax in October...
Morgan, who served as chief content officer at Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas, replaces Craig Dehmel, who is stepping down as global distribution chief after nine years at Imax. And Steve Garrett will continue as head of domestic distribution while taking on the additional role of head of alternative content for Imax.
Morgan, based in the company’s Playa Vista office, will oversee curation of Imax’s content portfolio across its global network and report to Jonathan Fischer, chief content officer. “On behalf of Rich and everyone at Imax, I want to express gratitude and admiration for Craig Dehmel and his contributions to Imax over the course of a deeply transformational time for the company — which he leaves in a much stronger, more diversified position,” Fischer said in a statement.
Fischer joined Imax in October...
- 6/12/2025
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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