Jeff Ford Elevated at FIC

LONDON: FOX International Channels (FIC) has promoted Jeff Ford to senior VP of content development for Europe and Africa, in addition to his current role as the managing director for the U.K.

Ford reports to Diego Londono, the COO for FIC Europe and Africa. He will continue to be based in London. Ford took up the U.K. managing director post earlier this year, after having served as the director of content at TV3 in Ireland. Previous roles include director of programs at Channel 5, director of acquisitions at Channel 4 and controller of network acquisitions for ITV Network Centre.

“Jeff’s new role will allow us to produce even more distinctive, bold, original scripted entertainment for our FOX International Channel brands,” said Jan Koeppen, the president for FIC Europe and Africa. 

Ford added: “FIC has a content heritage second to none and a proven track record of creating high-quality, innovative formats. This new role is a real opportunity to tap into the creative community in Europe. I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate with fantastic talent from the region and can’t wait to get started on our next international hit.”