Brian Lovett Returns to Original Productions

FremantleMedia’s Original Productions (OP) has hired industry veteran Brian Lovett to serve as its executive VP of production and development.

Lovett previously worked on several of the company’s most notable series and this marks his return to OP. He will report to OP’s president, Jeff Hasler. Lovett was part of the original team that created Deadliest Catch, working on the show from its inception as a three-part special originally known as America’s Deadliest Season: Alaskan Crab Fishing. Lovett held multiple positions on the series, including field producer and writer. He also held a senior role as a series producer for Monster Garage and was the showrunner on Lobster Wars.

Lovett has more than 20 years of experience in creating, producing and directing unscripted programming. Most recently, he served as the VP of production and development for National Geographic Studios. His recent credits include executive producing Chain of Command.

“We couldn’t be more pleased to welcome Brian back as we embark on a new chapter of OP,” said Hasler. “His breadth of experience in creating cutting-edge, compelling documentary series, combined with his distinctive creative and visual storytelling skills, make him the perfect addition to help build a vibrant pipeline that consistently delivers the highest level of quality for our partners.”

Lovett added, “I’m ecstatic to be back at Original Productions. There’s no better home for me than at a company known for making the boldest of choices and a relentless desire to push all storytelling genres forward. I couldn’t agree more with that passionate vision, and re-joining forces with Jeff to continue making the most authentic and striking documentary content makes this an opportunity that I can’t wait to begin.”