Beyond Rights announced that seasoned executive Sarah Bickley has joined the team as SVP sales, responsible for both the Nordics region and for the digital exploitation of the company’s catalogue, with an initial focus on expanding its business with AVOD platforms. Sarah joins from Tin Roof Media, where she was responsible for the distribution operations of Blink Films and Outline Productions, which included helping to secure deficit funding for unscripted content. Prior to that, she spent … [Read more...] about Beyond Rights expands sales team with the appointment of a new SVP
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MGM elevates Caroline Edwards to SVP and Head of Distribution for Asia Pacific, International Television Distribution
MGM’s International Television Distribution division announced on 9 November the promotion of Caroline Edwards to Head of Distribution for Asia Pacific, after being elevated to SVP in March 2020. Effective immediately, Edwards succeeds SVP and Managing Director, Greg Robertson, who is retiring after more than seven years with MGM and 40 years of distinguished service in the industry. Reporting into MGM’s EVP of International Television Distribution for Asia Pacific & Latin America, Matt … [Read more...] about MGM elevates Caroline Edwards to SVP and Head of Distribution for Asia Pacific, International Television Distribution
FilmCapital.io lands E! founder Larry Namer as President
Global entertainment industry veteran and E! founder Larry Namer will join the SEC-registered crowdfunding platform FilmCapital.io as president. The announcement was made on November 3 by company founder and CEO Ali Mahir Aksu. “We’re extremely lucky to have Larry Namer join FilmCapital’s executive team,” comments Aksu. “Not only does he possess unprecedented experience in both the entertainment and crowdfunding space, Larry’s leadership, connections and ability to inspire others to make him … [Read more...] about FilmCapital.io lands E! founder Larry Namer as President
Clare Priestley appointed as Head of Production for LADstudios
Clare Priestley, former Director of Commercial Production at Vice Media has been appointed as Head of Production of LADstudios, the data-driven factual entertainment division of LADbible Group, the world’s biggest social publisher and content creator. Clare will lead the production and post-production team at LADstudios that currently produces and publishes over 100 pieces of video content per month including premium short-form and branded content. LADbible Group is the #1 publisher of video … [Read more...] about Clare Priestley appointed as Head of Production for LADstudios
Mansi Darbar to move on from IN10 Media Network
Mansi Darbar, Network VP – Corporate Strategy & Development at the IN10 Media Network has stepped down from her post. Darbar had joined the company in January 2020 with the mandate to navigate the network strategically in the media and entertainment space. During her tenure, the company expanded from one channel to three business verticals – five linear TV channels, two OTT platforms, and a production house. In the process, she initiated numerous strategic partnerships – local and global … [Read more...] about Mansi Darbar to move on from IN10 Media Network
Discovery, Inc. names Anil Jhingan as President and Managing Director, Asia Pacific
Discovery, Inc. today announced Anil Jhingan as its new President and Managing Director of Asia Pacific. Jhingan will commence in the role from 1 November, as current regional head Simon Robinson steps away from the APAC business to lead integration planning activities in connection with the proposed WarnerMedia transaction. Jhingan will be based in London and report directly to JB Perrette, President and CEO of Discovery Streaming and International. In his new role, Jhingan will lead all of … [Read more...] about Discovery, Inc. names Anil Jhingan as President and Managing Director, Asia Pacific