Curiosity Installs VP of Licensing

Curiosity has appointed Ludo Dufour as VP of licensing, a newly created role.

Dufour will be responsible for maximizing the value of Curiosity’s IP worldwide, spanning the factual spectrum from history, technology and science to nature and wildlife, travel, adventure and more. He will spearhead licensing and distribution for the company’s original programming, which includes such titles as David Attenborough’s Light on Earth, The Real Wild West and Beyond the Spotlight.

Originally from France and now based in Los Angeles, Dufour has held roles at Red Bull Studios, focusing on financing, co-production and global distribution; Blue Ant Media, as senior VP of international co-productions and sales; and Off the Fence, as managing director of distribution.

At Curiosity, Dufour reports to Clint Stinchcomb, president and CEO.

“Ludo’s extensive experience and proven track record in the global media and entertainment industry make him an invaluable addition to our team,” said Stinchcomb. “We are confident that his leadership will significantly enhance our licensing capabilities and help expand our reach to audiences around the globe hungry for premium factual entertainment.”

“I am deeply honored to join the outstanding Curiosity team at this exciting moment for the company, and I am looking forward to contributing to its continued growth,” said Dufour. “Curiosity’s high-impact programming is always produced with a global audience in mind, and its availability in a variety of languages further enhances its appeal to clients internationally.”