Friday, November 22, 2024

Interviews

Red Arrow’s Michael Schmidt

April 17, 2017

The chief creative officer talks about how the group's companies collaborate to create ideas that can be easily adapted across multiple markets.

BBC Worldwide’s Sumi Connock

March 20, 2017

The creative director of formats talks about what she looks for in new ideas, how to keep returning brands fresh and her plans for mining the company's deep library for classics that can be reinvigorated.

John de Mol

September 26, 2016

The creative force behind such unscripted mega hits as Big Brother, Deal Or No Deal and The Voice talks about how he now has more time to dedicate to brainstorming sessions, creating pilots and selling formats.

Michael von Würden

September 19, 2016

The managing director of Snowman Productions and creator of Married at First Sight talks about some of the keys to the show's success.

Paul Telegdy

September 13, 2016

The president of the alternative and reality group at NBC Entertainment talks about managing franchises and the brand-new Universal Television Alternative Studio, which will provide content to NBC and other outlets.

BBC Worldwide’s Kate Phillips

May 9, 2016

The creative director of formats at BBC Worldwide talks about how properly adapting a format to a broadcaster’s needs and budget is critically important.

Banijay Group’s Grant Ross

March 23, 2016

Grant Ross talks about the advantages of the merger for both companies and the new formats being showcased by Zodiak Rights, Banijay Group’s distribution arm.