ITV Studios America Fills New Scripted & Business Development Role

SHERMAN OAKS: Julie Meldal-Johnsen is taking on the post of senior executive VP of scripted and business development for ITV Studios America, a newly created post based in Los Angeles.

The position reports to Orly Adelson, the president of ITV Studios America. Meldal-Johnsen will transition from her current role as executive VP of operations at ITV Studios US Group. Her new focus will be on driving the growth strategy of ITV Studios America, including developing first-look deals and partner relationships. She will be overseeing the company's scripted business, including budgets, development and deals. In addition, Meldal-Johnsen will be involved in scripted projects across the ITV Studios US Group.

Adelson said: “Julie knows where we want to go and has both the business and programming acumen to take us there. She will be able to identify strategic partnerships and opportunities as we continue to grow the company. Her expertise and passion are a great fit for this role and I’m excited to be working with her to build on our already terrific track record.”

“Julie comes to this position with a deep and broad understanding of ITV’s culture, goals and priorities,” said Paul Buccieri, the managing director of ITV Studios International and president and CEO of ITV Studios US Group. “She has been instrumental in building our scripted slate and most recently was key in putting together the ‘Aquarius’ deal with Marty Adelstein and Becky Clements. I am confident that she will continue to bring in and drive new business for ITV Studios America.”

Meldal-Johnsen said, “This role is a fantastic opportunity, I look forward to working with Orly to take ITV Studios America on to its next phase of growth. Given the company’s commitment to expanding the scripted business, this is an extremely exciting time.”