Shout! Studios Names Thomas Breckenridge as New Director of Anime Product & Marketing
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Shout! Studios Appoints Thomas Breckenridge as Director of Product Development and Marketing (Anime Content)
Shout! Studios, a well-known media company, announced on Monday the appointment of Thomas Breckenridge to a new role: Director of Product Development and Marketing (Anime Content). This move marks a significant step in their efforts to expand their anime licensing and distribution.
Who is Thomas Breckenridge?
Breckenridge brings a wealth of experience to his new position. He previously served as Merchandising Manager at Right Stuf, where he collaborated with vendors like Shout! Studios. After Crunchyroll acquired Right Stuf in August 2022 to boost its eCommerce services, Breckenridge transitioned to the role of Director of Merchandising.
About Shout! Studios
Founded in 2003, Shout! Studios is a versatile media company involved in film and TV distribution, development, and production. They manage several labels, including Shout! Kids, Scream Factory, and Shout! TV. The company has released various anime titles on home video, such as:
- Digimon Adventure tri.
- Millennium Actress
- A Silent Voice
In partnership with GKIDS, Shout! Studios has also released acclaimed anime films like Promare, BELLE, and titles from Studio Ghibli.
Recent Developments
In July 2023, the company changed its name from Shout! Factory to Shout! Studios. More recently, in September 2024, Max Einhorn was appointed as Senior Vice President of Acquisitions and Innovations, focusing on content acquisition and expansion.
Source: Press release