Katrina Neylon has been named VP executive of Global Content for FremantleMedia International.
She will manage the existing Global Content team and oversee the acquisition strategy for all scripted and non-scripted programming for FremantleMedia International (FMI) with a look to generate strong commercial returns for all partners.
Neylon, who will join the company next month, will report to Jens Richter, CEO, FMI.
“We are thrilled to welcome Katrina to FMI. With a standout reputation, in-depth industry knowledge, as well as fantastic producer relationships, Katrina is the ideal executive to lead our Global Content team. Katrina’s extensive experience of complex deal making and commercial acumen will be key to continuing our business growth strategy,” commented Richter.
She added: “FremantleMedia International has an established reputation for high-end quality content and I look forward to working with the team to build upon their ambitious plans of working with the best producer and writer talent in the business.”
Neylon joins FremantleMedia from Studiocanal, where she held the position of VP executive of International Sales and Marketing.