Critical Content Taps Stéfanie Gelinas

Stéfanie Gelinas has been named executive VP of global formats and development for Critical Content (Ginny & Georgia, Sly, Catfish).

In her new role, the seasoned television executive will strategically grow Critical Content’s territory relationships and secure formats, co-production partnerships and first-look deals across markets. Gelinas has already shepherded negotiations with a number of European and Asian production companies.

Gelinas has a history with Critical Content, having previously served as a consultant. She helped adapt various third-party IP into formats, such as Survive the Raft, Immortal Songs, #1 Chicken and more.

Prior to her new role, Gelinas served as senior VP for Zodiak Americas, a division of Zodiak Entertainment; managing director for Talpa USA; VP of development and strategy for Fremantle Media North America; and creative director and head of development for Endemol Germany.

“Stéfanie’s massive track record and comprehensive insight into the global content market is second to none,” said Jenny Daly, president of Critical Content. “Already, she has carved out invaluable opportunities that have scaled our business domestically and globally. She’s a motivational leader who, by nature, inspires creativity in everything she touches and everyone around her.”