Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms recently announced two high-level appointments for the city of Atlanta. Cardellia Hunter and Phillana Williams have been named Interim Co-Directors for the Mayor’s Office of Film and Entertainment, according to a press release.
Former director Christopher Hicks, a 20-year veteran of the recorded music and publishing space, will return to the private sector with a focus on digital content, film and television.
“The city of Atlanta has experienced major contributions to our economy and culture under Chris’ leadership in film and entertainment,” said Mayor Bottoms. “The City is recognized as a peer to Los Angeles and New York for attracting large-scale productions. I appreciate his service to the city.”
“The last three years have been tremendously rewarding for me personally and professionally,” said Christopher Hicks. “I’m confident in the new leadership for the Mayor’s Office of Film and Entertainment and look forward to watching its continued growth. The city and this Administration will always have my support.”
Cardellia Hunter is a 15-year entertainment industry veteran with extensive experience in music, television and film production. Prior to assuming this role, Hunter served as the Director of Operations and Productions for the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Film and Entertainment.
Phillana Williams is a 20-year veteran in entertainment and has served as an industry leader in artist management and marketing as well as a senior executive for globally branded music labels. Currently, Williams serves as the Director of Marketing and Strategy for the Mayor’s Office of Film and Entertainment where she is responsible for spearheading strategic entertainment partnerships that align with the Administration’s vision of One Atlanta.
Both appointments are effective immediately.
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