Atomos Gets New CEO as Peter Barber Replaces Co-Founder Jeromy Young

A decent-sized leadership shakeup has taken place at Atomos. Best known for manufacturing and distributing video equipment like on-set monitors, wireless video transmitters, and receivers, Atomos is making a leadership change worth covering.While we don’t expect any more changes or disruptions from this change which sees former COO Peter Barber step into the role of CEO, which was previously held by co-founder Jeromy Young, in the short term at least, it is a sign that Atomos is looking to grow and could be ready to face new challenges in the coming years.With concerns of potential tariffs and trade wars heating up, it could be a rocky stretch for all brands and manufacturers in the film and video industry. Here’s what we know about this leadership change and how it could shape Atomos moving forward.Atomos Leadership ChangeAgain, it doesn’t appear that this leadership change is anything more than a refresh button hit by the leadership team at Atomos as the company looks to be well-aimed at still releasing new products and developing new solutions in the film and video industry. The Melbourne, Australia-based company did report a traditionally slow third quarter, as reported by The Sydney Morning Herald, but overall the company appears to be in a strong position with a wide array of monitors, monitor recorders, and the company’s ATOMOsphere offering lots of growth potential.A Statement from New CEO Peter BarberOverall, the best indications of what this news might mean for Atomos come from the incoming CEO himself, who released the following statement on his social media. “My focus is building an agile, innovative, and globally competitive organisation that continues to deliver cutting-edge creative tools for filmmakers, creators, and professionals – while strengthening Atomos’ position as a world-class global technology brand. I have nearly 40 years of experience spanning video production, post-production, workflow innovation, product marketing, and company-building – including co-founding Blackmagic Design – 1 bring deep industry knowledge and a passion for delivering impactful technology. l’ve led the acquisition of key technologies and companies including DaVinci Resolve, Teranex, Cintel, Ecolab ATEM switchers, Eyeon Fusion, Ultimate, Fairlight, and Aaton – and will continue pursuing opportunities that strengthen our portfolio, extend our capabilities, and deliver value to the creative community. I believe in hands-on leadership, clear strategy, and building strong creative teams that create long-term value for our customers, partners, and shareholders.” We’ll be following this development and will be sure to share any other important news in the wake of this leadership change at Atomos.

May 5, 2025 - 18:43
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Atomos Gets New CEO as Peter Barber Replaces Co-Founder Jeromy Young


A decent-sized leadership shakeup has taken place at Atomos. Best known for manufacturing and distributing video equipment like on-set monitors, wireless video transmitters, and receivers, Atomos is making a leadership change worth covering.

While we don’t expect any more changes or disruptions from this change which sees former COO Peter Barber step into the role of CEO, which was previously held by co-founder Jeromy Young, in the short term at least, it is a sign that Atomos is looking to grow and could be ready to face new challenges in the coming years.

With concerns of potential tariffs and trade wars heating up, it could be a rocky stretch for all brands and manufacturers in the film and video industry. Here’s what we know about this leadership change and how it could shape Atomos moving forward.


Atomos Leadership Change


Again, it doesn’t appear that this leadership change is anything more than a refresh button hit by the leadership team at Atomos as the company looks to be well-aimed at still releasing new products and developing new solutions in the film and video industry.

The Melbourne, Australia-based company did report a traditionally slow third quarter, as reported by The Sydney Morning Herald, but overall the company appears to be in a strong position with a wide array of monitors, monitor recorders, and the company’s ATOMOsphere offering lots of growth potential.

A Statement from New CEO Peter Barber


Overall, the best indications of what this news might mean for Atomos come from the incoming CEO himself, who released the following statement on his social media.

“My focus is building an agile, innovative, and globally competitive organisation that continues to deliver cutting-edge creative tools for filmmakers, creators, and professionals – while strengthening Atomos’ position as a world-class global technology brand.

I have nearly 40 years of experience spanning video production, post-production, workflow innovation, product marketing, and company-building – including co-founding Blackmagic Design – 1 bring deep industry knowledge and a passion for delivering impactful technology. l’ve led the acquisition of key technologies and companies including DaVinci Resolve, Teranex, Cintel, Ecolab ATEM switchers, Eyeon Fusion, Ultimate, Fairlight, and Aaton – and will continue pursuing opportunities that strengthen our portfolio, extend our capabilities, and deliver value to the creative community.

I believe in hands-on leadership, clear strategy, and building strong creative teams that create long-term value for our customers, partners, and shareholders.”

We’ll be following this development and will be sure to share any other important news in the wake of this leadership change at Atomos.