Kevin Chorlins Moves Up at Scripps Networks Interactive

KNOXVILLE: Scripps Networks Interactive has elevated Kevin Chorlins to the newly created role of senior VP of international content and brand strategy, effective immediately.

Prior to this promotion, Chorlins was the VP of marketing and communications for Scripps Networks' expanding international unit. In that position, he collaborated with regional marketing and programming teams around the globe to come up with promotional and creative campaigns for Travel Channel and Food Network. Before joining the company's international arm, he was the VP of marketing for DIY Network.

As senior VP of international content and brand strategy, Chorlins will work under Jim Samples, the president of Scripps Networks International. He is expected to oversee international strategy and marketing support for Scripps brands and programming properties, new channels and program sales. He will also handle international communications and public relations.

"As the company has developed experienced programmers and marketers in London, Singapore and now Brazil, it's important that our international teams have a strong support base in the United States," noted Samples. "With his broad experience across both our international and domestic businesses, Kevin will be able to help our teams harness the strength of Scripps programming as we grow our networks around the world."