However, the duo’s paths had not crossed until Bernad’s agents at CAA suggested Hollman for the TV executive job at his new company. Bernad, who already had met with a number of candidates, had heard great things about the young HBO executive and the two quickly hit it off.
“As we set out to expand Middle Child Pictures, I am so fortunate to be joined by Max, who had an extraordinary experience working at HBO with some of the best writers in television,” Bernad said. “I’m excited to work together to build out the company and our efforts in television.” In addition to Hollman’s hire, Middle Child Pictures also has just promoted Kayla Goldberg to Creative Executive. She most recently served as Bernad’s assistant.