Anna Carugati

The president and CEO talks about the demand for scripted shows and how what matters to worldwide viewers today is the story, not the language in which it is told.

The CEO on how his strategy of forging partnerships with producers and studios in and outside the U.S., attracting diverse voices and giving talent the opportunity to direct is paying off.

The CEO on working with producers in the early stages of development to help shape series that will appeal to international buyers and the increased demand for scripted.

Gilles Pélisson, the chairman and CEO of TF1 Group, on boosting production, establishing a one-on-one relationship with viewers, and transitioning to a new hybrid model that combines offering content on linear and AVOD and SVOD platforms.

High volume, access to financing, availability of talent and crews, and viewer demand for unique storytelling are all influencing scripted programming today. 

David Nevins, chief content officer for scripted originals at Paramount+ and chairman and CEO of Showtime Networks, on maintaining brand clarity, working with talent, marketing shows and collaborating with fellow ViacomCBS executives.

The chair of Lionsgate Television Group on encouraging relationships with a diverse range of creators and showrunners who have helped cater to underserved audiences and bolster the bottom line.

The CEO talks about financing models, the impact of Covid-19 on production and serving linear and nonlinear platforms with a diverse slate.

World Screen Newsflash looks at the long-running and lucrative Law & Order franchise and what has made it so successful.

The head of content acquisitions on how she has continued to acquire shows and fill schedules despite production disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic.