FOX Bolsters Development & Programming Team

LOS ANGELES: Beth Miyares has been named senior VP of drama development and programming at FOX, while Conor Welch joins the company as VP of comedy development and programming.

Miyares comes to FOX from CBS Television Studios, where she served as VP of drama development. Prior to that, she was VP of current programming at FOX. She will now be reporting to Terence Carter, the executive VP of drama development and programming. Her responsibilities include driving development efforts and series coverage for the network's drama slate.

Welch was previously the head of feature films for the comedy video website Funny or Die. He also previously served as VP of development and production at Red Hour Films. At FOX, Welch will be managing the comedy pipeline. He will report to Suzanna Makkos, the executive VP of comedy development and programming.

“As our drama offerings continue to grow in number, quality and scope, it’s vital that we have a strong core of proven senior leaders to help nurture the series and support the creators every step of the way,” said Carter. “Beth is a gifted creative executive with years of experience shaping and growing hits, from both a network and studio perspective, which makes her the perfect fit to round out our drama leadership team.”

“Conor is an incredible creative mind and brings a wealth of comedy expertise and talent relationships to our team,” said Makkos. “With a pedigree from Funny or Die and Red Hour Films, Conor is exactly the type of executive we were looking for, and we’re so happy to welcome him to the FOX family.”