Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Tom Oyer, senior vice president of member relations and awards at the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, is exiting his post after 16 years, Variety has learned exclusively.
On Friday, Oyer shared the news of his departure in a letter sent to colleagues and industry professionals. A beloved figure by Academy members and staffers, Oyer has made vital and notable contributions during his tenure.
Notably, his involvement with Aperture 2020, the org’s diversity initiative, modernizing the voting process for awards, and the digital Academy Screening Room.
His other footprints are seen in fundamental rules and changes within the various branches, particularly in the Documentary Branch.
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