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EST N8 Taps Veteran JP Villanueva for Growth
6 May
Summary
- JP Villanueva appointed EVP of Acquisitions & Global Distribution.
- Villanueva brings over $100M in revenue and extensive industry experience.
- EST N8 expands distribution in the premium independent film sector.
EST N8, a global production and sales company formed by EST Studios and N8 Studios, has appointed Jan Paul (JP) Villanueva as its Executive Vice President of Acquisitions & Global Distribution. Villanueva's extensive career includes generating over $100 million in revenue and previous executive roles at Vertical Entertainment and Viz Media.
Reporting to Sophie Shi, Head of Studios, Villanueva will focus on international partnerships and connecting valuable film content with global distributors. His experience spans over 40 streaming and digital platforms, including work with major studios like Disney, Sony Pictures, and Warner Bros.
EST N8 aims to enhance its presence in the premium independent film market. EST Studios, founded in 2022, focuses on Asian content, while N8 Studios, established in 2023, is an independent film and TV studio based in Bangkok with a growing slate of co-produced international projects.
