VIMN The Americas Elevates Juan ‘JC’ Acosta

MIAMI: Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) The Americas has promoted Juan “JC” Acosta to executive VP, CFO and executive-in-charge of production.

Acosta is responsible for the consolidated financial leadership of the company’s extensive entertainment portfolio that includes MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, VH1 and Tr3s in the U.S. He also has oversight of the company’s original production strategy, including English-language adaptations of Latin America formats for sister networks around the world, as well as the supervision of finance, production management, customizations and franchise expansions. Based in Miami, Acosta has a dual report into Sofia Ioannou, the managing director of VIMN The Americas, and Scot Mc Bride, the executive VP and COO of VIMN The Americas.

He was promoted from serving as senior VP, CFO and executive-in-charge of production.

“With JC’s leadership, we have experienced exceptional brand growth and financial performance. JC is a strong and ambitious leader with a proven track record of creating rich experiences and relevant brand content. His hard work and vision have greatly influenced our expansion strategy across multiple markets, and I’m confident he will continue to excel in his new role,” said Ioannou.