Amanda Handy assumes ownership of Nomad Films

Canadian documentary and factual production company Nomad Films announced Monday long-time in-house producer Amanda Handy is assuming ownership of the prodco, which was founded in 1997 by veteran filmmaker Mark Johnston. “This is the natural evolution of Nomad and puts the company in the hands of someone who has already shaped its core values and maintains a commitment to the highest production standard, both on screen and behind the camera,” Johnston said in a press release. Johnston will continue in his role as vice-president of development and executive producer, as well as showrunner on select projects, the release says. “Amanda...