Activision Names Studio Co-President

Gaming company highlights content goals with appointment of acclaimed producer.

Activision Blizzard has appointed producer Stacey Sher as co-president of the newly created Activision Blizzard Studios division.

The new unit, which is devoted to creating television and films based on the company’s globally recognized IP such as “Call of Duty” and “Skylanders,” was launched in November.

In her new role, Sher will partner with former Disney Executive Nick van Dyk to co-lead the new studio.

Sher has previously worked as a producer on more than two dozen films including The Hateful Eight, Django Unchained, Erin Brockovich, Garden State and more. She is also a two-time Academy Award nominee and AFI Award Winner.

“Stacey is a rare talent behind two decades of award-winning television series and films," says Bobby Kotick, chief executive officer, Activision Blizzard. "Her ability to collaborate with the most inspired, talented people in entertainment and her unyielding commitment to creativity make her perfectly suited to Activision Blizzard Studios. As custodians of some of the world’s most successful entertainment franchises, we are thoughtfully and creatively expanding our franchises through television and films in a way that will honor the commitment our audiences make to our games.”