A+E Networks Brings in Sally Habbershaw

NEW YORK: Sally Habbershaw has been hired as A+E Networks’ VP of international programming, production and operations, a newly created position.

Working out of the New York office, Habbershaw will report to Christian Murphy, the senior VP of international programming and marketing for A+E Networks. Her duties will include supervising the international programming, research and operations teams, and managing the company’s program catalogue. She will also be expected to help increase ratings and launch new channel brands.

Habbershaw was previously AMC Networks’ VP of acquisitions, scheduling and promotions for Sundance and WE tv Global. She has also served as Viacom’s director of development for VH1 in the U.S. and as VP and general manager for VH1 UK in London.

"A+E Networks has experienced substantial growth in recent years across all lines of distribution from channel launches to content distribution," said Murphy. "We are poised to continue the roll out of Lifetime globally, and wanted to further strengthen our experienced programming team. With her international background in programming, scheduling and acquisitions, Sally is the perfect fit for this role, and we are thrilled to have her join the staff."

"A+E Networks has some of the most talked about channel brands and programs in the U.S. pay-TV market, and I’m very excited to join the company," added Habbershaw. "I look forward to working with Christian and the international programming, research and operations teams as we continue growing our brands around the world."