New General Manager for Nickelodeon UK

LONDON: Alison Bakunowich has been promoted to general manager of Nickelodeon UK, replacing Tina McCann, who is stepping down from running the children’s network.

Bakunowich will take up her new post in March, gaining management responsibility for Nickelodeon UK’s network of seven channels and numerous multiplatform properties. McCann will step down at the same time, after six years as managing director, to resume work as a freelance executive coach and media consultant.

Bakunowich has been VP of editorial for Nickelodeon UK since September, having previously served as VP of creative, marketing and communications since April 2011.

David Lynn, the president of VIMN UK, Australia and Eastern Europe, commented: “Tina has been an outstanding leader for Nickelodeon UK and is handing over on an amazing high. Alison has been absolutely integral to Nickelodeon’s competitive success in recent years. The shareholders are delighted to have such a dynamic internal candidate with obvious passion for and understanding of Nickelodeon’s brand and content to ensure a smooth succession for the business.”

McCann added: “I’ve had a slime-tastic six years at Nick and am delighted to hand over the best job in kids' TV to such a talented, passionate Nick fan as Alison. Orange blood courses through her veins!”