Burbank, CA–FremantleMedia North America (FMNA) is expanding the Baywatch brand, based on the hit television series, in numerous areas. The company has recently announced several new partnerships surrounding Baywatch, one of the most watched shows in worldwide television history. Among the new partners that have come on board to create programems surrounding the Baywatch brand is Hybrid Apparel, who will be creating a line of men’s, women’s and junior’s apparel and accessories. American … [Read more...] about FMNA expands Baywatch brand
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Licensing partners for American Gods
Burbank, CA– The upcoming adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s renowned fantasy novel, American Gods, FremantleMedia North America (FMNA) is primed to build an extensive licensing programme surrounding this revered brand. Production on American Gods is currently underway with the series set to premiere on Starz in 2017. The upcoming TV series will provide licensees a world like no other. FMNA has already secured two global deals: Chronicle Books is set to publish a book that will give fans a … [Read more...] about Licensing partners for American Gods
Thom Beers to depart Fremantlemedia
Burbank and London − Thom Beers, CEO, FremantleMedia North America, announced he will be stepping down as CEO when his contract with the company concludes this summer. Beers will be replaced by Jennifer Mullin, EVP, Current Programming and Craig Cegielski, EVP, Scripted Programming who will be promoted to Co-CEOs, FremantleMedia North America (FMNA). Mullin and Cegielski will report directly into Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO, FremantleMedia, and will also have a seat on the FremantleMedia … [Read more...] about Thom Beers to depart Fremantlemedia
FremantleMedia North America launches digital content studio
Burbank, California – FremantleMedia North America (FMNA) has formed Tiny Riot!, its own original digital content studio, it was announced on June 3 by Thom Beers, FMNA’s CEO. The studio is being launched off of the company’s success with The Pet Collective, the premium content pet destination, and recent ventures into the lifestyle and food genres with StyleHaul and VICE Media respectively. Tiny Riot! will operate alongside FMNA. Gayle Gilman, formerly EVP, Digital … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia North America launches digital content studio
Thom Beers appointed CEO of FremantleMedia North America
London – FremantleMedia has appointed Thom Beers as Chief Executive Officer, FremantleMedia North America (FMNA), effective September 1. Beers, currently CEO and Executive Producer at FremantleMedia-owned Original Productions, will report directly to Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO of FremantleMedia. Based in Los Angeles, Beers will be responsible for the company’s overall management and business performance and will oversee the development, production and business operations of over 600 … [Read more...] about Thom Beers appointed CEO of FremantleMedia North America
