Network Ten has announced the appointment of Rebekah Horne (above) as Chief Digital Officer, effective immediately. Horne will report to Network Ten's Chief Executive Officer, James Warburton. In her new role, Horne is responsible for continuing to develop Network Ten's digital media strategy. Prior to this Horne was Chief Executive Officer of TopFloor.com, a Los Angeles-based start-up. Founded by Brian Lee and funded by Google Ventures, Polaris and Science-Inc, TopFloor.com … [Read more...] about Rebekah Horne joins Network Ten as Digital Head
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Network Ten appoints Beverley McGarvey Chief Programming Officer
Network Ten has announced the appointment of Beverley McGarvey as Chief Programming Officer, effective immediately. McGarvey has been Network Ten’s Acting Chief Programming Officer since August 24, following David Mott’s departure. Network Ten Chief Executive Officer James Warburton said: “We are delighted to appoint Beverley to her new role. Beverley is an outstanding television executive. Her creativity, strategic thinking and programming and scheduling skills will be … [Read more...] about Network Ten appoints Beverley McGarvey Chief Programming Officer
David Mott resigns from Australia’s Network Ten
Network Ten has announced the resignation of Chief Programming Officer David Mott. “David has had an extraordinary career at Ten over the past 16 years,” said Network Ten Chief Executive, James Warburton. “He has been a fantastic asset for the network and we are sorry to see him go. David’s legacy at Ten includes landmark television programmes such as MasterChef, Australian Idol, Rove Live, The Biggest Loser, Thank God You’re Here, The Project and Big … [Read more...] about David Mott resigns from Australia’s Network Ten
Ian Hogg new head of Fremantle Media Asia Pacific
London – FremantleMedia has announced that Ian Hogg, currently CEO of FremantleMedia Australia, has been promoted to the newly created position of CEO, Asia Pacific, with immediate effect. Hogg will be responsible for the overall management and business performance of all of FremantleMedia’s production operations in Australia and Asia, and will continue to be based in FremantleMedia’s Sydney office. Hogg has worked for 25 years in the television industry within TV networks and … [Read more...] about Ian Hogg new head of Fremantle Media Asia Pacific
CBS Studios International and Network Ten announce joint venture in Australia
Sydney - Ten Network Holdings Limited announced that Network Ten (Australia) will launch a new digital multi-channel, ELEVEN, which will be the new destination for fun and bold programming with particular appeal to the 'distinctly youthful' market. In addition, Network Ten Pty Limited (Network Ten) and CBS Studios International (CBS) announced the proposed formation of a joint venture, ElevenCo Pty Limited (ElevenCo), which will provide content to ELEVEN. Network Ten will hold 66 2/3 percent … [Read more...] about CBS Studios International and Network Ten announce joint venture in Australia
Rivals oppose Ten’s proposal on changes to release of revenue figures
Sydney - NETWORK Ten's proposal to stop releasing free-to-air television networks revenue figures has been rejected by rivals Seven and Nine. Sources confirmed the issue was discussed at the Free TV Australia board meeting, but Nine and Seven opposed changing the system. The Free TV industry body releases revenue figures every six months on advertising spending in each capital city, metropolitan and regional totals and the split in capital city markets between the three commercial networks, and … [Read more...] about Rivals oppose Ten’s proposal on changes to release of revenue figures
