Marc Zimet Upped at MTV Latin America, Tr3s

MIAMI: Marc Zimet has been promoted to VP of music programming and talent relations for MTV Latin America and Tr3s: MTV, Música y Más in the U.S.

Zimet will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing the pan-regional music strategy for MTV and VH1 Latin America, as well as the music strategy for Tr3s: MTV, Música y Más in the U.S. Zimet will be the primary contact between MTVNLA/Tr3s and artists, record labels, management companies and talent agencies based in the U.S., Europe and Latin America and will oversee a team of seven music professionals in the region to ensure the talent needs of MTV/VH1 and Tr3s are being met.

Most recently, Zimet was the senior director of talent relations for MTV and VH1 Latin America. Prior to joining MTV Networks Latin America, Zimet held roles at music companies such as BMG Music, EMI Music and was with Arista Records for 11 years.

“I am very excited to announce Marc’s promotion to vice president,” commented Jesus Lara, the senior VP of music and talent relations for MTV Latin America and Tr3s: MTV, Música y Más. “Marc has been in invaluable member of our team for over six years and has consistently delivered great talent for our music events. His experience coupled with his knowledge of the music industry is a tremendous asset as we continue to seek out opportunities for our brands in Latin America and the U.S.”