London – Scripps Networks Interactive has named industry veteran Kevin Dickie Senior Vice President of Channels, UK &EMEA. In this newly created position, Dickie will be responsible for content and brand strategy for the region’s portfolio of channels including Food Network, Travel Channel and Fine Living. The announcement was made today by Phillip Luff, Managing Director, UK & EMEA, to whom Dickie will report. “Kevin is a dynamic leader and consummate professional. His … [Read more...] about Scripps appoints Kevin Dickie
Kevin Dickie
Discovery in Asia ventures into original children’s production
Discovery Kids in Asia has announced its latest original production titled KIDS VS FILM, premiering on June 1 across the region. This follows wildlife-based series ADVENTURE 8: ZOO GAMES, which premiered on March 16. The 12-episode TV series, produced by Singapore’s Beach House Pictures, is in line with Discovery Channel’s First Time Filmmakers initiative. Following in the steps of Discovery Channel’s documentary-making traditions, each episode of KIDS VS FILM gives young … [Read more...] about Discovery in Asia ventures into original children’s production
DNAP appoints new VP of research
Singapore – Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) has appointed Julie Petersen as vice president, research. She will be based at DNAP’s regional headquarters in Singapore, reporting to Kevin Dickie, senior vice president, content group. Heading up the research department for DNAP in Asia Pacific, Petersen will oversee all broadcast, marketing, brand and internet research for DNAP. Additionally, she will plan and direct policies, objectives, and initiatives across the region, working … [Read more...] about DNAP appoints new VP of research
