Paul Wiegard

Paul Wiegard is an influential leader in the Australian film and television industry, currently serving as a Board Member at ACMI - Australian Centre for the Moving Image and Screenrights, and as President of the Australian Independent Distributors Association (AIDA). Wiegard co-founded and is the CEO of Madman Entertainment, a prominent independent film and television distribution company. Additionally, Wiegard is the Co-Chair of the Australian International Documentary Conference (AIDC) and the Founder of DocPlay. Wiegard holds a Master’s Degree in Screen Arts and Business from the Australian Film Television and Radio School and a B.Sc and B.A. from the University of Melbourne. Wiegard's extensive experience encompasses various roles in the industry, including directorships at Nude Run Pty Ltd, Bang Packaging and Stationery, and MADMAN PRINTING PTY LTD.