‘Parasite’ Studio CJ ENM Taps Industry Veteran Jung Hyun-joo to Head Film Division

variety.com:

Naman Ramachandran Entertainment powerhouse CJ ENM has recruited seasoned executive Jung Hyun-joo as its head of film business.

Jung, who previously served as CEO of Korean film company Acemaker, steps into the role effective immediately. The appointment brings a heavyweight industry player to CJ ENM’s film operations.

Jung’s resume includes her pivotal role behind Bong Joon Ho’s monster hit “The Host” during her tenure at Chungeorahm Film, where she managed production and marketing for what became one of Korea’s highest-grossing films.

Jung brings more than two decades of experience across production, financing and distribution. Her background includes spearheading Korean distribution for international blockbusters like “The Lord of the Rings,” “Shaolin Soccer” and “Kill Bill” while working at Taewon Entertainment, where she helped introduce over 100 international titles to Korean audiences.