Black Bear Releasing Hires Marketing and Publicity Heads

Black Bear Releasing announced the hiring of Bianca Parkes as its new Head of Marketing on October 26, 2023. Parkes previously held a leadership role at Neon, where she was instrumental in developing creative campaigns for films that achieved critical acclaim, including Best Picture Oscar winners, and successful genre releases.

Concurrently, Heather Phillips was appointed as the Head of Publicity. Phillips brings extensive experience in film publicity, having previously held positions at major studios such as 20th Century Fox and Miramax. Her career includes managing publicity efforts for a diverse slate of films throughout her tenure.

These strategic hires are intended to strengthen Black Bear Releasing's marketing and publicity divisions as the company continues to expand its operations and film distribution efforts. The appointments reflect a commitment to enhancing the company's profile and the reach of its film projects within the competitive entertainment industry.