TVA Group’s film studio MELS on Tuesday unveiled a new organizational structure designed to support its growth and strengthen its market position, by enhancing client experience and optimizing operations.
“This renewed structure will strengthen the support we provide to our clients, drive business expansion and reinforce MELS’s position as the partner of choice for local and international productions attracted to Montreal as a filming destination,” Patrick Jutras, president of MELS, said in a press release.
To help MELS achieve its objectives, Aurée Lepage, director of international business development, becomes the primary point of contact for the U.S. market, supporting clients in bringing their projects to life. Based in Los Angeles, Lepage brings nearly 30 years of experience in the film industry and is a key asset in advancing MELS’s international growth, the studio said in its press release. Lepage has been MELS’s director of international business development since April 2025.
Sophie Houle has been appointed as MELS’s director of client experience and communications. Drawing on 20 years of experience with MELS, TVA Group and Quebecor, Houle “will focus on enhancing the client experience at every stage of the customer journey and strengthening relationships with partners,” MELS’s press release said. Houle will also continue to lead the implementation of the studio’s brand visibility and communications strategy.
Marianna Del Giacco, rental space coordinator, plays a central role in the daily operations of the productions hosted at MELS. “Renowned for her customer service, meticulous organization, and ability to anticipate needs, she ensures that operations run smoothly and that every production receives the support necessary to thrive under the best possible conditions,” the release said.
MELS’s senior director of business development and postproduction, Raphaël Rainville, will continue his mandate to accelerate MELS’s growth while leading the evolution of its postproduction services and overseeing operations. “With 19 years of experience at the company, he remains a trusted partner for clients and an important contributor to the ongoing development of MELS’s service offering,” MELS said in its announcement.
Photos of (l-r) Aurée Lepage, Sophie Houle, Marianna Del Giacco and Raphaël Rainville, courtesy of MELS
