Netflix UK picks up Idris Elba’s Golden Globe documentary
Netflix has acquired the UK rights to Idris Elba’s documentary Golden Globes. Gold: A Journey with Idris Elba Look Luther Starr embarks on an adventure that explores the meaning of the precious metal, and how it has helped shape entire cultures, religions and economies around the world. It will be released on streaming on July 24 and continues Human stadium, Another Elba-Netflix series in which the actor explores the origins of the game and its evolution around the world. The series is produced by Pioneer Productions. It was conceived and written by the World Gold Council with the support of its members. EP is Peter Collins and director is Paul Bradshaw, with production by Colin Payne, Lucy Joyner and Helen Shearer. Nick Tanner, Sales and Co-Production Director at Passion Distribution, negotiated the deal.
Channel 4 appoints Katie Jackson as permanent head of marketing
Channel 4 has appointed Katie Jackson as its permanent director of marketing, saying she will “play a key role” in the station’s “ambitious rapid-forward strategy”. Jackson, who previously ran bread The network’s internal team has been temporarily filling its roles following the departure of Zaid Al Qassab, who previously made around 250 staff redundant. Alongside the redundancies, the Fast Forward strategy includes the closure of Channel 4’s London facility and plans for digital growth and diversification. “Katie is an exceptional and passionate creative leader who has already left an indelible mark on Channel 4,” said chief executive Alex Mahon. “I’m excited about the impact this will have on our business, our leadership and our audiences, elevating the Channel 4 brand.”
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