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business-news1 year ago

Netflix Film Executive Niija Kuykendall Steps Down

Netflix film executive Niija Kuykendall is set to leave the company at the end of the year after a three-year tenure. Kuykendall, who joined Netflix in 2021, managed faith-based, young adult, and holiday features, and her upcoming projects include Tyler Perry's 'The Six Triple Eight' and Malcolm Washington's 'The Piano Lesson.' Her departure follows that of her former boss, Scott Stuber, and she is recognized for her contributions to diversity and representation in the film industry.

business1 year ago

Netflix Film Executive Niija Kuykendall to Exit by Year's End

Netflix's VP of Film, Niija Kuykendall, will leave the company at the end of the year amid a reorganization of the company's executive structure. Jason Young has been promoted to VP Film, taking over the YA film oversight, while faith-based and holiday films will move to the drama/thrillers pod. Kuykendall's departure is part of a broader realignment under Dan Lin's leadership, following other recent executive exits and layoffs at Netflix.