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Sam Esmail's Esmail Corp is making waves in the entertainment industry with two significant hires and a diverse portfolio of projects. The company, led by Esmail and Chad Hamilton, has brought on board Sam Shafaghi as the Creative Executive in film and Natalie Domengeaux as the Creative Executive in television. These hires are set to take the company to new heights.

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Sam Shafaghi: From Intern to Creative Force in Film

Sam Shafaghi, a graduate of the AFI Conservatory's producing program, joined Esmail Corp as an intern in 2019 when the company first ventured into features. Since then, he has been actively involved in various projects. Currently, he is working on Esmail Corp productions like the A24 dark comedy thriller "Famous" starring Zac Efron and the upcoming South Korea-set thriller "The Hole". Shafaghi reports to Nick Krishnamurthy, the company's Senior Vice President of Features. His dedication and talent have made him a key figure in the film division of Esmail Corp.Not only has Shafaghi worked on high-profile projects, but he has also been instrumental in shaping the creative direction of these films. His experience and insights have contributed to the success of Esmail Corp's foray into the world of feature films.

Natalie Domengeaux: Bringing Talent to Television

Natalie Domengeaux joined Esmail Corp after working as a coordinator at Drew Goddard's production company, Goddard Textiles. She now reports to Sarah Matte, the Senior Vice President of Television. Domengeaux is currently working on the company's upcoming adaptation of Lee Samantha Chang's critically acclaimed novel "The Family Chao" and other projects on the television slate. As a USC alum, she began her career as an assistant at CAA.Domengeaux's expertise and passion for television have been a valuable addition to Esmail Corp. She is known for her ability to identify and develop unique television concepts that resonate with audiences. Her work on various projects has already made a significant impact on the company's television division.Esmail Corp has an extensive portfolio of series under its belt. It has produced shows like Amazon's "Homecoming", USA Network's "Mr. Robot" and "Briarpatch", as well as Starz's "Gaslit" and Peacock's "The Resort" and "Angelyne", starring and produced by Emmy Rossum. The company is also under an overall television deal with UCP.In features, Esmail Corp's latest achievement is the 2023 Netflix movie "Leave The World Behind", which is now the fifth most-watched English-language film on the platform. Esmail himself wrote, directed, and produced this movie, showcasing the company's diverse capabilities."Natali and Sam are two of the brightest young executives in their respective fields," said Esmail. "They bring an incredible tenacity, amazing taste, and great relationships within the genre space that will help take our company to the next level." Their contributions are already evident in the company's growth and success.