The Cry Producer Installs First Chairman

Synchronicity Films, which is behind the British mystery drama series The Cry, has appointed Mark Young as its first chairman.

Young recently acted as a consultant and non-executive director for the company. He was previously the senior VP of global entertainment distribution and acquisitions for IMG Media. Before that he spent more than a decade at BBC Worldwide, where he was a main board director, as well as managing director of global television sales. He has also worked for ITN as head of business affairs.

In his new post, Young will work closely with Claire Mundell, Synchronicity’s founder and creative director, using his commercial insight and strategic skills to help develop the producer’s business.

Mundell commented: “2018 was a whirlwind year for Synchronicity Films, with the success of The Cry opening new doors and strengthening our relationships, both at home and overseas. It is vital now that we plan our next steps carefully, grow our brand and don’t lose any momentum. Mark’s initial consultancy was very valuable and now formally adding his commercial ‘know how’ to my creative vision for the company will take us to the next level.”

Young added: “This ambitious business has a distinctive voice, terrific energy, and has an incredible slate of scripted content in development—including worldwide bestseller The Tattooist of Auschwitz—powered by Claire’s innate ability to spot hit novels and content, and her wonderful relationships with writers. I am delighted to officially join the company and become part of the dynamic Synchronicity Films team.”

Additionally, Synchronicity has recently renewed its first-look deal with DRG, extending the partnership for another year.