eOne TV Taps Head of Global Business, Legal Affairs

LOS ANGELES: Gary Gradinger has been appointed as executive VP of global business and legal affairs at eOne Television.

In his new role, Gradinger will direct activities for the company’s global television business, which includes development, production, acquisition, international co-production and distribution. He will work out of Los Angeles.

Gradinger has more than two decades of experience in the TV industry, most recently at Lionsgate Television and Lionsgate Digital Studios. Earlier in his career, he served as executive VP of business and legal affairs for Viacom’s Comedy Central and TV Land. He also worked for Fox 21, where he oversaw the business and legal affairs department.

“Gary brings a wealth of talent and experience across broadcasters, studios and agencies, and we’re delighted to have someone of his caliber and business acumen join our leadership team,” said John Morayniss, the CEO of eOne Television. “As we continue to forge partnerships with top creative talent and leading broadcasters and platforms, his proven ability to successfully lead global business and legal affairs efforts will be a huge asset.”

Gradinger added: “During this time of growth and innovation at eOne, I’m grateful for the opportunity to join John and the dynamic global television team. Content-driven, determined and agile, eOne has excelled in a challenging environment. With the existing skilled business affairs executives, I will work to contribute to eOne’s continued success.”