The Mill is thrilled to announce and welcome back Melanie Wickman, as Executive Producer, based at The Mill in New York, as well as the promotion of former Deputy Head of Production, Zu Alkadiri to Executive Producer.
Mel returns to The Mill from Absolut Post NY, where she was Executive Producer. With over 15 years of production expertise Mel has worked with some of the best and brightest in the industry including Michel Gondry, Phil Joanou and Steve Rogers and worked on hi-profile spots including Adidas, Johnnie Walker, Lady Gaga, and Pepsi.
Zu moves from his role as Deputy Head of Production in New York to Executive Producer, and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Zu has worked with industry greats Jon Favreau, Ivan Zacharias, Tarsem, Jake Scott and Dante Ariola, and on on campaigns for Budweiser, Morgan Stanley, Lincoln, Valspar, and Verizon to name a few.
Sean Costelloe, Head of Production at The Mill in New York comments “With the return of Mel and the promotion of Zu we continue to strengthen our world renowned production team. Mel is such an accomplished and energetic EP, and brings vast knowledge and passion to The Mill. Zu is a tremendous people person and in his new role will be a driving force in developing client relationships and the continued success of The Mill here in New York, which remains such an exciting and dynamic market place. It is great to have them both on board”.
