Dan Korn to Exit Hearst Networks

After ten years as VP of programming, Dan Korn is leaving Hearst Networks but will maintain a relationship in a creative capacity.

During his tenure, Korn commissioned and oversaw a wide range of factual programming across Sky HISTORY and Crime+Investigation. Korn also helped spearhead Hearst Networks’ expansion into short- and mid-form content and played a central role in developing the pipelines for the company’s SVOD and FAST portfolio.

Additionally, he worked closely with Motion Content Group and Krempelwood to champion innovative content financing and co-production models that increased volume while enhancing editorial quality.

His production credits include Royal Bastards: Rise of the Tudors, Royal Kill List, Bradley Walsh: Egypt’s Cosmic Code, Ross Kemp: The Mafia and Britain and Kursk: 10 Days That Shaped Putin for Sky HISTORY and Cops Gone Bad with Will Mellor, Murders at Little Bridge Farm, HEIST: Robbing The Bank of England with Marcel Theroux and the forthcoming Ross Kemp: Lost Boys, Deadly Men for Crime+Investigation.

Korn will remain in his post until the end of March. Diana Carter, commissioning editor and head of talent at Hearst Networks, will be promoted to director of originals and talent.

“After ten thoroughly enjoyable and creatively nourishing years at Hearst Networks, I feel immensely proud of what we have achieved together and excited to continue the collaboration with Hearst Networks, developing projects and new talent-based initiatives I’m passionate about through a new production commitment,” Korn commented.

Heather Jones, chief creative officer for EMEA and general manager for the U.K. at Hearst Networks, added, “It is with immense sadness that we say goodbye to Dan after such an incredible run at Hearst Networks. He has transformed the quality, originality and ambition of our U.K. commissions and contributed enormously to the company’s growth. While he will be very much missed, we look forward to the next chapter of our relationship with him. Our commitment to investing in original content remains unchanged.”