Chris Selak Extends Contract at Lionsgate Television

SANTA MONICA/VANCOUVER: Chris Selak, the executive VP of television at Lionsgate, has signed a new multiyear agreement with the company to continue leading the creative aspects of the studio's TV development slate and current programming activities.

Selak joined Lionsgate in 2011. During her time with the company, Lionsgate has enjoyed unprecedented growth in its TV division, with productions such as Nashville, Orange Is the New Black, Anger Management and others.

“Working with Chris is a joy,” said Kevin Beggs, the chairman of the Lionsgate Television Group. “Her keen eye for talent and material, her executive prowess, and the breadth and depth of her industry relationships have played a pivotal role in growing our television business, and we are looking forward to continued success together.”

"I love Lionsgate's 'anything is possible' attitude and am excited to continue working with Kevin and the entire television group," added Selak. "Kevin and Sandra (Sandra Stern, Lionsgate Television Group COO) foster a highly creative and collaborative environment, which makes it a pleasure to come to work every day. I'm proud of what we've accomplished and look forward to what lies ahead."