Peter Cramer (pictured)has left New Regency Productions and joined Universal Pictures as executivevice president of production.

Based at thestudio lot in Burbank, Cramer begins work today (Monday) and reports topresident of production Donna Langley and incoming president of production JonGordon.

"Peter isan incredibly talented executive who has great taste and sharp instincts,"Langley said. "This, coupled with his extensive experience in development andproduction as well as his impeccable work ethic, makes him an exciting additionand perfect complement to our team."

Cramer most recently served as executive vice president ofproduction at New Regency, where he was based for six years and oversawdevelopment and production on a slew of titles, among them Mr And Mrs Smith,Daredevil, and Man On Fire.

He began his career at CAA.