One of the most important institutions in documentary film is under new leadership.The International Documentary Association (IDA) announced the appointment Wednesday of Richard Ray “Rick” Perez as its new executive director, effective immediately.
He replaces Simon Kilmurry, who had served as the IDA’s executive director since 2015.Perez comes to the IDA with a wealth of experience in nonfiction, both as an executive and filmmaker.
He most recently served as the director of acquisitions and distribution strategies at GBH WORLD Channel, curating and acquiring documentaries for the digital platform’s three original series.
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