Jane Millichip joined BAFTA in the role of Chief Executive Officer in October 2022 to lead the Academy in delivering its charitable remit and ambitious vision.

Having most recently served as Sky Studios’ Chief Content Officer and prior to that as its Chief Commercial Officer, Jane brings with her a unique and impressive combination of top-level commercial and creative expertise. Her 25 year career in television spans Production, Distribution and Broadcasting and she has extensive international experience, having overseen editorial and commercial activities in Sky’s European markets.

Previously as Managing Director of Sky Vision, Jane established and built Sky’s production portfolio and distribution business, acquiring and managing production companies in the UK and US.

Jane is passionate about environmental sustainability and spearheaded Sky Studios’ commitment to Planet Placement and albert – the BAFTA-owned screen industry organisation for environmental sustainability. She is also a Trustee of SEEd – a sustainability and environmental education charity. Jane has considerable experience in leading and mentoring international teams and is a WFTV mentor for 2022.

Jane joins BAFTA at an exciting time for the arts charity as it expands its year-round international programme of learning initiatives and events following the redevelopment of its London headquarters at 195 Piccadilly and the expansion of its North America operations, which unified BAFTA’s New York and Los Angeles branches.