Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder (CJZ) has acquired major New Zealand production company Greenstone TV. The announcement comes on the heels of the appointment of Matt Campbell as CEO of CJZ.Joining forces creates a powerful platform to continue delivering original programming in a market dominated by European and U.S. formats.Greenstone TV has been producing award-winning factual entertainment, documentaries and drama for nineteen years. Founded by veteran producer John Harris, the company is responsible … [Read more...] about Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder acquires Greenstone TV
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Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder appoints CEO
Matt Campbell has been appointed CEO of CJZ, effective November 4, 2013. One of Australia's leading media executives, Campbell most recently held the role of Managing Director at Shine, where he produced ratings-winning programmes such as Masterchef, The Biggest Loser, The Voice and Australia’s Next Top Model.Prior to joining the Shine Group in September 2011, Campbell held the position of Executive Director of Content at SBS Television for seven years. During his time at … [Read more...] about Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder appoints CEO
Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder’s Andrew Denton exits
Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder (CJZ) announced the formal departure of Andrew Denton after the merger of Cordell Jigsaw and Zapruder’s Other Films eighteen months ago. Denton leaves CJZ with over a dozen shows on the production slate and an exciting range of content across most networks. CJZ retains a first look deal with Denton in the event he decides to move back into television. Since its establishment, Zapruder’s produced a slate of original Australian-developed and produced shows … [Read more...] about Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder’s Andrew Denton exits
