New CEO in Place at Free TV Australia

SYDNEY: Brett Savill, formerly of PwC and BAI Communications, has been appointed as CEO of Free TV Australia, effective today.

Savill most recently served as head of government relations, director of strategy and corporate development and CFO for BAI Communications (formerly Broadcast Australia). He was also a partner at PwC in the U.K. in the technology, media and telecom practice, advising media and telecommunications companies on commercial and regulatory matters. He has also held consulting roles within the industry.

Harold Mitchell AC, chairman of Free TV, said, “We are delighted that Brett will be joining Free TV as CEO. He brings a depth of experience in the media and technology industries.

“This appointment will strengthen our efforts as we continue to advocate for regulatory relief from the world’s most onerous television license fees and for fair and certain access to spectrum so we can continue to deliver the free services that the public values so highly. Brett’s track record of commercial, technology and policy experience will be a valuable addition to our industry on these issues.”

Savill commented: “This is an exciting time to join the free-to-air television industry. I am inspired by the special place that free-to-air television continues to have in Australians’ daily lives and the transformation that is underway, with the increasing investment in Australian content, the multi-channel experience and the innovations in programming. I look forward to working with the industry and I am energized by what the future holds.”