Fremantle International Bolsters Scripted Team

Fremantle International has promoted Rebecca Dundon to senior VP of scripted content and hired Jill Kellie in the newly created role of director of acquisitions for scripted content.

Dundon will continue to oversee all scripted programming for Fremantle International and expand her remit to the development of new funding models plus the expansion of the company’s creative connections and producer reach.

Dundon has been with Fremantle for six years, previously serving as VP of scripted content. She has also held positions at BBC Studios, Shine International and Shed Media Group.

Kellie has previously worked as a global scripted consultant for ITV Studios Global Distribution and commercial director at BBC Earth for BBC Studios. Kellie will report to Dundon.

Jens Richter, CEO of Fremantle International, said: “Rebecca’s expertise in deal-making and development has helped elevate our business to deliver a number of exceptional projects over the past few years, and the addition of Jill to the team will ensure that we continue to deliver exceptional programming to the market.”

Dundon said: “Following a slew of successful scripted investments and new partnerships in 2021, the creation of this role reflects Fremantle’s continued appetite and desire to expand our business and bring in additional expertise to help bolster our ever-growing drama pipeline. Jill has a wealth of experience across all genres, is an innovative deal maker and has a strong producer network, making her the perfect fit for this role and our ambitions in this space.”

Kellie commented: “Fremantle’s ambitions in global drama are really exciting, and I’m delighted to join the team, working with a wealth of talented production companies to help realize this.”