New Head of Drama at Channel 4

Caroline Hollick, former creative director at RED Production Company, has been tapped as Channel 4’s head of drama.

Hollick replaces Beth Willis, who is leaving the channel after six years to join production company The Forge as partner. Hollick has been creative director of RED since 2013, running the development team and overseeing its international and domestic slates, including dramas such as Happy Valley, Cucumber by Russell T Davies and his anthology series Banana, and Trust Me.

Ian Katz, Channel 4’s director of programs, said: “Caroline has a hugely exciting vision for Channel 4 drama and a formidable record working with, and often discovering, some of the best TV writers in the country. I’m confident she will make Channel 4 the most writer-friendly broadcaster and build on Channel 4’s reputation as the place to find truly original drama with something to say.”

Hollick added: “I’ve had an amazing time at RED, the home of so many ground-breaking dramas, working with the most incredible colleagues. But I’m thrilled to have been offered this opportunity to join a channel synonymous with diversity, risk-taking and innovation. Scripted drama has been my passion for the last 20 years, and I can’t wait to take this chance to seek out new voices and distinctive stories from the length and breadth of the country.”