StudioCanal announced significant promotions within the business, further underlining its position as Europe's leader in television and film production, distribution, and worldwide sales. Paris-based Anne Cherel, a long-serving member of StudioCanal’s sales management team, is promoted from Head of International Sales (current movies) to EVP Global Sales & Distribution. Cherel will oversee the International Sales of TV Series and Feature Films reporting to CEO Anna Marsh. CEO Anna … [Read more...] about StudioCanal promotes TV, digital, and film execs in strategic global content move
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Nicola Shindler to launch new scripted label within ITV Studios
Multi-award-winning and acclaimed producer Nicola Shindler OBE is to launch a new scripted label within ITV Studios. Based in Manchester, the new label will see her develop and produce premium drama for the UK and international market. Shindler will join ITV Studios and launch her new label in 2021. Shindler is one of the UK’s leading drama executive producers and renowned for her creative relationships with talent which has led to a hugely impressive body of work, including Happy Valley, … [Read more...] about Nicola Shindler to launch new scripted label within ITV Studios
GMA Network appoints Regie Bautista as Senior VP
Media giant GMA Network, Inc. recently promoted Regie C. Bautista as Senior Vice President for Corporate Strategic Planning and Business Development. She is also the Network’s concurrent Chief Risk Officer and Head of Program Support. Bautista led the successful development and market launch of GMA Affordabox, the Network’s digital TV device. As First Vice President for Corporate Strategic Planning, she has led the Network’s strategic planning process, which established the Network's … [Read more...] about GMA Network appoints Regie Bautista as Senior VP
Flame Distribution appoints Lynn Lugsden to London team
Flame Distribution is pleased to announce that Lynn Lugsden has been appointed SVP, Sales and Content Funding. Lugsden will report directly to Fiona Gilroy, Content Sales & Acquisitions Director at Flame Distribution, and will be based at the company’s London office starting immediately. Lugsden has an extensive background in the industry having worked with Tiger Aspect and Endemol as well as head of sales at the Argonon Group. Most recently Lugsden has held the role of head of formats at … [Read more...] about Flame Distribution appoints Lynn Lugsden to London team
Twofour and Boom Group realign nations and regions focus
The award-winning indies Boom and Twofour, both part of ITV Studios, are to realign their nations and regions focus to support their creative strategy as they move into their next stage of growth. Under the management of CEO Tim Carter, Chief Creative Officer David Brindley, and Managing Director Dan Adamson, Twofour is concentrating development and production between Plymouth and London, strengthening the axis between the bases to inject scale and audacity to its British and global … [Read more...] about Twofour and Boom Group realign nations and regions focus
FanVestor taps entertainment industry veteran and E! founder Larry Namer as Chief Operating Officer
Global entertainment mogul and E! founder Larry Namer has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of FanVestor, a fintech investment platform that allows fans to invest in their favorite celebrities, sports heroes, and talent brands, the announcement was made today by FanVestor founder and CEO Michael Golomb. “Larry is one of the industry’s most creative thinkers and visionaries, making him the perfect addition to our senior executive team. His extensive background and breadth of experience … [Read more...] about FanVestor taps entertainment industry veteran and E! founder Larry Namer as Chief Operating Officer