WME Restructures Motion Picture Division and Appoints New Fashion Leadership
The agency consolidates talent and literary departments to enhance cross-disciplinary collaboration and operational efficiency.
1Unified Motion Picture Division
WME is streamlining its operations by merging its motion picture literary and talent departments into a single, unified division. This new structure also integrates the Literary Media and Production departments formally. Andrew Dunlap, Doug Lucterhand, and Sarah Self will lead this expanded unit to foster better coordination across film and talent representation.
2Strategic Leadership in Fashion
Will Ward has been promoted to Head of WME Fashion, where he will oversee IMG Models, The Wall Group, and Art + Commerce. Ward retains his leadership role in the Brand Partnerships division. Rebecca Sanhueza, the former fashion head, transitions to president of Pantheon Media Group while remaining a strategic partner for WME.
3Television Department Adjustments
Erin Junkin has expanded her responsibilities within the television sector. She now adds television talent to her existing remit, continuing to co-lead the scripted TV department alongside Tom Wellington. This move aligns with the agency's broader goal of simplifying communication channels between departments that frequently collaborate on complex, multi-platform talent projects.
4London Office Expansion
Romola Ratnam has been elevated to the new position of head of the London office. In this role, she will oversee both operational activities and the strategic direction of the region. Additionally, Ratnam continues to manage the WME Group’s Impact, Inclusion, and Advocacy teams, having joined the parent company Endeavor in 2017.
5Rationale Behind Structural Changes
The reorganization aims to improve activity coordination among departments that naturally work together. Executives Christian Muirhead and Richard Weitz noted that the business of representing clients across film, television, and fashion has become increasingly complex. They believe this alignment will make the agency nimbler and better equipped to identify future industry trends.
6Historical Context of Leadership
The newly appointed leaders possess deep institutional knowledge within the agency. Andrew Dunlap began in the mail room in 2004, while Doug Lucterhand started as an assistant to Ari Emanuel and Patrick Whitesell. These long-tenured agents represent high-profile clients including Matt Damon, Ryan Reynolds, and Kevin Hart, ensuring stability during this transition.
7Fashion and Partnership Synergy
Will Ward, who joined Endeavor in 2005, has long focused on the intersection of entertainment, fashion, and beauty. He has led the brand partnerships unit since 2015, working with major luxury brands like Prada, Gucci, and Dior. His new role aims to leverage these existing relationships to strengthen WME’s influence in the fashion industry.
8Future Industry Positioning
By consolidating these departments, WME is positioning itself to navigate an evolving entertainment landscape that demands cross-discipline expertise. The agency is prioritizing internal collaboration to maintain its competitive edge. This structural shift reflects a broader industry trend where talent representation requires integrated strategies across diverse media platforms and global brand partnerships.