Stephen Garrett’s UK-based production company, Chapter 7, has named Anna Higgs as its latest managing director.

The production company renowned for series such as “The Night Manager” with Tom Hiddleston and “The Undoing” starring Nicole Kidman, has additionally appointed Carly Conway to the position of Creative Director.

Previously, Higgs held the position of leading global entertainment partnerships at Meta, while also serving as the creative director for video channel Nowness, which belongs to LVMH. Prior to this, she had experience working at Film4 in commissioning executive and independent producer roles. Currently, Higgs holds positions as chair of BAFTA’s film committee and as a board trustee.

Stephen Garrett, founder and chair of Character 7, expressed great excitement about Anna joining the team. Her diverse background in television and film aligns perfectly with our goal to keep innovating and producing exceptional dramas. We’re eager to see how she contributes to our vision for the future,” said Stephen Garrett.

Higgs expressed his delight about joining Character 7 and collaborating with Stephen again after 15 years since their first encounter. He’s eager for this opportunity to head a team that shares his fervor for producing outstanding television. He’s prepared to explore new frontiers, working in harmony with top-tier talent to narrate captivating tales in the TV industry.

Conway expressed: “I really enjoy working at Character 7 alongside Stephen, and I’m thrilled to be guiding the creative direction for this company. We’re building on our achievements of creating top-tier shows that captivate and provoke audiences around the world. I can’t wait to collaborate with Anna, who possesses a unique blend of creativity and skill that perfectly complements our vision. I’m eagerly anticipating our upcoming journey and the stories we will create together.

Back in 2016, Garrett, known for his numerous productions and as the founder of “MI-5” and “Life on Mars” production house Kudos, introduced Character 7. These recent leadership team appointments at the company indicate their dedication to sustained growth and top-tier creativity.

The companies has recently wrapped on “The Night Manager” Season 2.

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2025-01-14 13:16