Netflix is significantly ramping up its production efforts in Europe, with over 40 productions currently shooting across the continent. This ambitious slate, announced by Larry Tanz, Netflix’s vice president of EMEA Content, underscores the streaming giant’s commitment to investing in European storytelling. This surge in investment coincides with new regulatory requirements in several European countries, […]

Mediapro is set to inaugurate a new virtual production studio in Manhattan, New York, in a project within the framework of the group’s strategic plan to equip all its production centres with virtual technology having already implemented virtual sets in its production centers in Miami (US), Barcelona (Spain) and Lisbon (Portugal). With a presence on […]

Ant and Dec’s Mitre Studios has announced the appointment of Nadia Afiari as their new Director of Production. In the newly created role, Afiari will be responsible for production budgets, schedules and delivery of all productions across both digital and television output. She will also be working alongside the MD ensuing the overall financial health […]

Screen Producers Australia (SPA) has released the results of a recent membership survey investigating how local and global streamers are currently engaging with Australian producers. The results paint a bleak picture of the current commissioning landscape, with 80 per cent of respondents citing ‘Less’ or ‘Much Less’ commissioning interest from streaming services compared to the same […]

Banijay UK has announced its acquisition of independent scripted production company Caryn Mandabach Productions Limited (CMP). The company, founded by award-winning producer Caryn Mandabach produces the hit drama series and brand, Peaky Blinders. Mandabach will pivot to a first-look development and producer agreement with Banijay UK under her newly formed Conduit Productions umbrella. Under the […]

Mediapro has announced the appointment of Marta Ezpeleta to the position of CEO of The Mediapro Studio as of January 1st 2025, at which time Laura Fernández Espeso will step into the role of CEO of the group, while Javier Esteban replaces Ezpeleta to become the new International Director of TMS. Ezpeleta boasts an extensive […]

Scottish indie Bandicoot Scotland, a joint venture with global production group Argonon, has announced the appointment of Nick Johns as Head of Digital in a newly created role to capitalise on a growing range of digital and cross-platform opportunities. The role will see Johns working on digital-first opportunities for the indie as well as overseeing […]

Two Brothers Pictures, founded by writers and showrunners Harry and Jack Williams in 2014, have announced expansions to its scripted team as the production company heads into its tenth year. Executive Producer, Sarah Hammond has stepped up as Chief Creative Officer and Michael Latif into the role of Chief Operating Officer. Both working alongside Head […]