New Format Chief at ProSiebenSat.1

MUNICH: ProSiebenSat.1 has tapped Michael Schmidt as senior VP of group format acquisitions and development, with Daniela Matei exiting the post of senior VP of group production and development.

Beginning September 1, Schmidt will manage international format acquisitions and coordinate the group’s creative operations and development pipeline, reporting to Jan Frouman, the executive VP of group content acquisitions and production. Schmidt was most recently senior VP of entertainment for the company’s German free-TV stations. 

"I couldn’t be more pleased to have Michael join the team, said Frouman. "He brings with him a wealth of international format and production experience, in addition to a well-earned reputation for being a trusted partner to producers and creators from around the globe. I expect Michael to take a leading role in formulating and executing our various content-related strategies."

In related news, Matei is leaving her post, where she was responsible for international program planning and the development of multinational TV productions.