MOVIES – Kamloops Film Society hires Colette Abbott as executive director

The Kamloops Film Society has hired a new executive director.

Colette Abbott takes over the helm of the society and its Paramount Theatre operations this week. Abbott, who most recently worked for the Thompson Nicola Film Commission and has a background in the film industry, was appointed after a three-month recruitment and selection process.

“I am absolutely delighted that Colette has agreed to take on this leadership role with the Society,” said Tom Friedman, chair of the KFS Board of Directors.

“She will be a key player in carrying out the society’s mission of screening high quality films that might not otherwise be available to Kamloops audiences and promoting the Paramount Theatre as a venue for live theatre, music, lectures and conferences,” he continued.

“As we enter our second half-century in this community, the KFS board is excited to work with Colette on fulfilling our strategic initiatives.”

Outgoing executive director Dušan Magdolen announced his departure in October to take on the role of cultural services and events manager with the City of Kamloops.