Beyond Establishes Drama Division

LONDON: David Ogilvy has been tapped to head up the new scripted drama division at Beyond International.

Ogilvy joins Beyond from Australia's ABC Television, where he was commissioning editor of fiction since 2012. He has also worked as a writer and script producer on a range of dramas. His writing credits include East West 101, The Strip, Young Lions, Lockie Leonard, Dance Academy, Outriders, Blue Water High and Escape from Jupiter.

At Beyond, Ogilvy will develop scripted content across a broad range of genres, both local and international.

Mikael Borglund, the managing director and CEO at Beyond, commented, “We are thrilled to have David join us. His extensive experience in scripted content will be the cornerstone of Beyond’s push to deliver the quality drama to audiences in Australia and internationally.”

Ogilvy added, “Having been a dedicated fan of Beyond’s acclaimed dramas Halifax F.P. and Stingers in the formative years of my career, it’s a wonderful opportunity to join the company at such a dynamic time for scripted production.”