Friday, March 29, 2024

Interviews

FOX’s Rob Wade

October 19, 2017

The president of alternative entertainment and specials is feeling bullish about the global format landscape.

Gary Barlow

October 9, 2017

Gary Barlow shares the creative process that went into developing his BBC One format Let It Shine.

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.