Katrina Sedgwick, a highly acclaimed and accomplished Australian actress, made her grand entrance into the world on December 27, 1967, and has since traversed a remarkable journey, transforming her innate talent and passion for the performing arts into a distinguished and esteemed career, marked by her exceptional leadership as the Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Australian Centre for the Moving Image, a prestigious institution dedicated to the celebration and preservation of Australia's rich cinematic and television heritage.
Sedgwick's fascinating odyssey within the realm of entertainment commenced at the tender age of nine, when she made her auspicious screen debut in the esteemed Australian film classic, The Last Wave, in the year 1977. This early foray into the world of cinema marked the beginning of a remarkable journey that would unfold over the ensuing years.
In the year 2012, a significant career milestone was achieved by Sedgwick, as she embarked on a new journey by joining the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, a renowned national public broadcaster. At the ABC, Sedgwick was entrusted with the vital responsibility of commissioning a diverse array of programs, thereby contributing to the corporation's commitment to showcasing a wide range of content.
However, in February 2015, Sedgwick made the decision to relinquish her position as Head of TV Arts at the ABC, and instead, she took on the esteemed role of Director/CEO of the Australian Centre for the Moving Image, a prominent cultural institution located in Melbourne.