Exclusive: Blackfin, the Lionsgate-backed production company behind series including Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez, has a new Head of Documentaries.
Igal Svet, who was previously head of documentaries at Discovery+ has joined in the role as well as EVP.
Reporting to Chief Creative Officer Geno McDermott, Svet joins after nearly three years as Head of Documentaries at Discovery+, a position he left in March 2023. In that role, he helped launch a slate of docs including Trump: Unprecedented, House of Hammer, Curse of the Chippendales, Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed, and Queen of Meth as well as acquisitions such as Introducing Selma Blair.
Before joining Discovery in 2019, initially as VP, Production and Development, Svet spent five years at Nat Geo, where he worked on docs such as LA92, Jane, Mars, Story of God with Morgan Freeman, and One Strange Rock.
Lionsgate Alternative Television’s Blackfin, which was formerly part of eOne,...
Igal Svet, who was previously head of documentaries at Discovery+ has joined in the role as well as EVP.
Reporting to Chief Creative Officer Geno McDermott, Svet joins after nearly three years as Head of Documentaries at Discovery+, a position he left in March 2023. In that role, he helped launch a slate of docs including Trump: Unprecedented, House of Hammer, Curse of the Chippendales, Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed, and Queen of Meth as well as acquisitions such as Introducing Selma Blair.
Before joining Discovery in 2019, initially as VP, Production and Development, Svet spent five years at Nat Geo, where he worked on docs such as LA92, Jane, Mars, Story of God with Morgan Freeman, and One Strange Rock.
Lionsgate Alternative Television’s Blackfin, which was formerly part of eOne,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
The Max Original four-part docuseries Shaun White: The Last Run, an Msm production and directed by Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau, debuts Thursday, July 6 on Max.
Synopsis: With unprecedented access and never-before-seen personal archival footage, the docuseries is a revealing portrait of three-time Olympic gold medalist and one of the greatest athletes in two separate sports, snowboarding and skateboarding, Shaun White. It is a story that includes childhood struggles with a congenital heart condition, the development of his unbeatable talent, sacrifices made by his unconventional but remarkably supportive parents, the move into pro-snowboarding at a young age, and of course, his exploits at the Olympics, where he holds the record for most gold medals by a snowboarder.
Episode Descriptions:
Episode 1: Becoming Shaun
As Shaun gears up to qualify for his fifth Olympics, he recalls his childhood in San Diego with his remarkably supportive family. Never-before-seen footage shows how the...
Synopsis: With unprecedented access and never-before-seen personal archival footage, the docuseries is a revealing portrait of three-time Olympic gold medalist and one of the greatest athletes in two separate sports, snowboarding and skateboarding, Shaun White. It is a story that includes childhood struggles with a congenital heart condition, the development of his unbeatable talent, sacrifices made by his unconventional but remarkably supportive parents, the move into pro-snowboarding at a young age, and of course, his exploits at the Olympics, where he holds the record for most gold medals by a snowboarder.
Episode Descriptions:
Episode 1: Becoming Shaun
As Shaun gears up to qualify for his fifth Olympics, he recalls his childhood in San Diego with his remarkably supportive family. Never-before-seen footage shows how the...
- 6/20/2023
- by Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid - TV
“January 6th” invites viewers to experience an up-close look at the historic 2021 insurrection on the U.S. Capitol.
The trailer for discovery+’s new documentary features interviews with members of Congress as well as exclusive accounts from police officers, first responders and those on the frontlines of the Jan. 6 attack for an in-depth, personal documentation of that day like we’ve never seen before.
Per the documentary’s logline, it is “an apolitical story of resilience and bravery” and “examines January 6th from the unique perspective of the heroes, first responders, and survivors of the attack.”
“January 6th” features D.C. Police Chief Robert J. Contee III, Congresswoman Liz Cheney, and over 50 Senators, Representatives, staffers from both sides of the aisle and Capitol police officers as they relive their experiences of the attack and speak on how they had to shift from protecting the Capitol building to fighting for their lives.
The trailer for discovery+’s new documentary features interviews with members of Congress as well as exclusive accounts from police officers, first responders and those on the frontlines of the Jan. 6 attack for an in-depth, personal documentation of that day like we’ve never seen before.
Per the documentary’s logline, it is “an apolitical story of resilience and bravery” and “examines January 6th from the unique perspective of the heroes, first responders, and survivors of the attack.”
“January 6th” features D.C. Police Chief Robert J. Contee III, Congresswoman Liz Cheney, and over 50 Senators, Representatives, staffers from both sides of the aisle and Capitol police officers as they relive their experiences of the attack and speak on how they had to shift from protecting the Capitol building to fighting for their lives.
- 12/21/2022
- by Aarohi Sheth
- The Wrap
Selena Gomez and Stacey Abrams are teaming up to produce a music documentary for Discovery+.
Won’t Be Silent, directed by Kristi Jacobson, will celebrate songs from female artists that have impacted the world on a variety of issues. “The film is a love letter to the women in music who have used their voices to change the course of history with their art and activism,” the logline reads.
Production on the documentary began on Wednesday.
“The powerful women we will be highlighting are not only talented but have been on the frontline of pushing culture forward and holding a mirror up to political and social injustices,” Gomez said in a statement.
Abrams added: “Throughout history, women in music have used their art as activism by bringing attention to issues impacting our nation and world. “Won’t Be Silent is a celebration of the artists who have contributed to bettering...
Won’t Be Silent, directed by Kristi Jacobson, will celebrate songs from female artists that have impacted the world on a variety of issues. “The film is a love letter to the women in music who have used their voices to change the course of history with their art and activism,” the logline reads.
Production on the documentary began on Wednesday.
“The powerful women we will be highlighting are not only talented but have been on the frontline of pushing culture forward and holding a mirror up to political and social injustices,” Gomez said in a statement.
Abrams added: “Throughout history, women in music have used their art as activism by bringing attention to issues impacting our nation and world. “Won’t Be Silent is a celebration of the artists who have contributed to bettering...
- 12/14/2022
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Won't Be Silent is coming to Discovery+.
The streaming service announced today that it is beginning production on the new music documentary feature produced by singer, actress and activist Selena Gomez and author, entrepreneur and political leader Stacey Abrams, and directed by Kristi Jacobson.
Won't Be Silent "will celebrate songs that have impacted the world on a variety of issues and the incredible female artists behind them," according to a press release from Discovery+.
"The film is a love letter to the women in music who have used their voices to change the course of history with their art and activism."
“The powerful women we will be highlighting are not only talented but have been on the frontline of pushing culture forward and holding a mirror up to political and social injustices,” said Gomez.
“Throughout history, women in music have used their art as activism by bringing attention to issues impacting our nation and world.
The streaming service announced today that it is beginning production on the new music documentary feature produced by singer, actress and activist Selena Gomez and author, entrepreneur and political leader Stacey Abrams, and directed by Kristi Jacobson.
Won't Be Silent "will celebrate songs that have impacted the world on a variety of issues and the incredible female artists behind them," according to a press release from Discovery+.
"The film is a love letter to the women in music who have used their voices to change the course of history with their art and activism."
“The powerful women we will be highlighting are not only talented but have been on the frontline of pushing culture forward and holding a mirror up to political and social injustices,” said Gomez.
“Throughout history, women in music have used their art as activism by bringing attention to issues impacting our nation and world.
- 12/14/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The fifth season of “Inside Amy Schumer” has its official trailer, which Paramount+ released today (October 6th). The first two episodes of the season are set to premiere on the service Thursday, Oct. 20, with the remaining three episodes dropping weekly afterward.
In addition to Schumer, the new season features Amber Tamblyn, Bridget Everett, Cara Delevinge, Chris Parnell, Ellie Kemper, Jesse Williams, Laura Benanti, Michael Ian Black, Olivia Munn and Tim Meadows, and returning writers Christine Nangle, Tami Sagher, Jon Glaser and Jeremy Beiler. Meadows, Derek Gaines, Jaye McBride and Georgie Aldaco also join the writing staff this season.
The show is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and executive produced by Amy Schumer, Daniel Powell, Kevin Kane and Bernie Kaminski. Ryan McFaul returns as series director. The series, while returning, will debut on the new platform after its initial four season run wrapped at Comedy Central in 2016.
Check out the full trailer below.
In addition to Schumer, the new season features Amber Tamblyn, Bridget Everett, Cara Delevinge, Chris Parnell, Ellie Kemper, Jesse Williams, Laura Benanti, Michael Ian Black, Olivia Munn and Tim Meadows, and returning writers Christine Nangle, Tami Sagher, Jon Glaser and Jeremy Beiler. Meadows, Derek Gaines, Jaye McBride and Georgie Aldaco also join the writing staff this season.
The show is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and executive produced by Amy Schumer, Daniel Powell, Kevin Kane and Bernie Kaminski. Ryan McFaul returns as series director. The series, while returning, will debut on the new platform after its initial four season run wrapped at Comedy Central in 2016.
Check out the full trailer below.
- 10/7/2022
- by EJ Panaligan
- Variety Film + TV
Discovery+ has set a premiere date for its feature documentary January 6th from 9/11 filmmakers Gédéon and Jules Naudet. The pic will stream January 5, just ahead of the two-year anniversary of the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
See the new poster below.
Told from the unique perspective of the heroes, first responders and survivors of the attack, January 6th is billed as an apolitical story of resilience and bravery. It features House Speaker Nancy Pelosi; D.C. Police Chief Robert Contee III; Congresswoman Liz Cheney (R-wy) and more than 50 senators, representatives, staffers from both sides of the aisle; and police officers as they reveal their experience of the infamous day in American history. It is the only documentary for which the Capitol and Metropolitan Police Departments granted full access to their officers, Discovery+ said.
Gedeon, left, and Jules Naudet
“January 6th is the complete story of the attack on the Capitol...
See the new poster below.
Told from the unique perspective of the heroes, first responders and survivors of the attack, January 6th is billed as an apolitical story of resilience and bravery. It features House Speaker Nancy Pelosi; D.C. Police Chief Robert Contee III; Congresswoman Liz Cheney (R-wy) and more than 50 senators, representatives, staffers from both sides of the aisle; and police officers as they reveal their experience of the infamous day in American history. It is the only documentary for which the Capitol and Metropolitan Police Departments granted full access to their officers, Discovery+ said.
Gedeon, left, and Jules Naudet
“January 6th is the complete story of the attack on the Capitol...
- 10/6/2022
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Tel Aviv’s CoPro 24 — The Israeli Coproduction Market will welcome back the international doc community for the first time in two years later this month. The event, which has over the years unveiled award-winning features such as The Gatekeepers and Advocate, has also unveiled an initial slate of 13 projects.
CoPro 24, organised by CoPro – Israeli Content Marketing Foundation, will run between May 31-June 3 in Israel’s second city, the first time it has been held in person since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020. The event aims to expose Israeli projects to the international market at early stage and includes pitches, screenings and meetings.
Decision makers attending including Discovery+ VP of Documentaries Igal Svet, France Télévisions Commissioning Editor Renaud Allilaire and BBC Storyville Commissioning Editor Philippa Kowarsky, along with the likes of Arte G.E.I.E. Commissioning Editor Catherine Le Goff, Deckert Distribution Sales Agent Patrizia Mancini...
CoPro 24, organised by CoPro – Israeli Content Marketing Foundation, will run between May 31-June 3 in Israel’s second city, the first time it has been held in person since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020. The event aims to expose Israeli projects to the international market at early stage and includes pitches, screenings and meetings.
Decision makers attending including Discovery+ VP of Documentaries Igal Svet, France Télévisions Commissioning Editor Renaud Allilaire and BBC Storyville Commissioning Editor Philippa Kowarsky, along with the likes of Arte G.E.I.E. Commissioning Editor Catherine Le Goff, Deckert Distribution Sales Agent Patrizia Mancini...
- 5/4/2022
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Imagine being the son of NBA great Dwyane Wade – one of the game’s all-time greats – and wanting to play basketball too.
That’s the reality for Zaire Wade, Dwyane’s eldest son, who was drafted last October by the Salt Lake City Stars of the NBA G League. Zaire, who turns 20 on Friday, has got some skills like his father, who just turned 40.
“Now, when I ask him to play [1-on-1],” Zaire said in a recent interview, “he doesn’t want to play me no more. He says he’s too old.”
Joking aside, those are some big shoes to fill. The six-part documentary series Legacy: In the Shadow of Greatness, launching on the Discovery+ streaming platform on March 8, explores what it’s like to be the offspring of a famous athlete and, like your dad, wanting to excel in sport.
Jonathan Hock, winner of 11 Emmys, directs the series...
That’s the reality for Zaire Wade, Dwyane’s eldest son, who was drafted last October by the Salt Lake City Stars of the NBA G League. Zaire, who turns 20 on Friday, has got some skills like his father, who just turned 40.
“Now, when I ask him to play [1-on-1],” Zaire said in a recent interview, “he doesn’t want to play me no more. He says he’s too old.”
Joking aside, those are some big shoes to fill. The six-part documentary series Legacy: In the Shadow of Greatness, launching on the Discovery+ streaming platform on March 8, explores what it’s like to be the offspring of a famous athlete and, like your dad, wanting to excel in sport.
Jonathan Hock, winner of 11 Emmys, directs the series...
- 2/3/2022
- by Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV
On the eve of the 2022 Winter Olympics, which begin later this week in Beijing, Discovery+ has greenlit a documentary series about three-time gold medalist snowboarder Shaun White, TheWrap can exclusively reveal.
The three-part docuseries launches exclusively on Discovery+ this year and will follow White and explore his legacy, from his childhood struggles with a congenital heart condition to the development of his snowboarding talent to the sacrifices made by his unconventional but supportive parents, and of course his success at the Olympics where he holds the record for the most gold medals by a snowboarder.
“Trophy” and “Immigration Nation” filmmakers Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau direct the untitled docuseries and have been following White for months as he qualifies for the 2022 games, and they will be filming with him in Beijing, capturing footage as he pursues a historic fourth gold medal.
“I’m so thankful to have the opportunity to...
The three-part docuseries launches exclusively on Discovery+ this year and will follow White and explore his legacy, from his childhood struggles with a congenital heart condition to the development of his snowboarding talent to the sacrifices made by his unconventional but supportive parents, and of course his success at the Olympics where he holds the record for the most gold medals by a snowboarder.
“Trophy” and “Immigration Nation” filmmakers Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau direct the untitled docuseries and have been following White for months as he qualifies for the 2022 games, and they will be filming with him in Beijing, capturing footage as he pursues a historic fourth gold medal.
“I’m so thankful to have the opportunity to...
- 2/3/2022
- by Adam Chitwood
- The Wrap
Exclusive: The general wisdom is that the United States mainland was not attacked during World War II.
However, a new documentary launching on Discovery+, from Objective Media Group America, highlights that this isn’t technically true.
The streamer has ordered Great Balloon Bomb Invasion, a history special that will lift the lid on a relatively lesser known attack on U.S. soil by the Japanese.
Between 1944 and 1945, the Japanese launched more than 9,000 bomb-rigged balloons across the Pacific, resulting in six deaths in Oregon.
The ‘Fu-Go’ bombs reached as far east as Indiana and as far south as Texas, but only 300 have ever been found, leaving potentially thousands of bombs scattered across the country. In the doc, for the first time ever, an investigation is launched into the hidden history of this attack, with a high-tech hunt for the unexploded remnants.
Great Balloon Bomb Invasion, which launches on December 2, is produced by Objective Media Group America,...
However, a new documentary launching on Discovery+, from Objective Media Group America, highlights that this isn’t technically true.
The streamer has ordered Great Balloon Bomb Invasion, a history special that will lift the lid on a relatively lesser known attack on U.S. soil by the Japanese.
Between 1944 and 1945, the Japanese launched more than 9,000 bomb-rigged balloons across the Pacific, resulting in six deaths in Oregon.
The ‘Fu-Go’ bombs reached as far east as Indiana and as far south as Texas, but only 300 have ever been found, leaving potentially thousands of bombs scattered across the country. In the doc, for the first time ever, an investigation is launched into the hidden history of this attack, with a high-tech hunt for the unexploded remnants.
Great Balloon Bomb Invasion, which launches on December 2, is produced by Objective Media Group America,...
- 11/22/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Discovery+ is ramping up its feature doc slate with a range of new titles including a documentary about Michael Brody Jr., a hippie-millionaire and heir to a margarine fortune who publicly offered his $25-million inheritance to anyone in need in 1970.
The streamer has acquired the rights to Dear Mr. Brody, which is directed by Keith Maitland (Tower) and was an official selection at the Telluride Film Festival, as well as screening at SXSW and Tribeca Festival.
It has also picked up feature docs Set!, Dead Man’s Switch and Keep Sweet.
Dear Mr. Brody, which will be released theatrically by Greenwich Entertainment ahead of its streaming bow, will launch in winter 2022. It follows the complex story of Brody, who announced that he would be giving away his fortune in 1970. He and his wife became instant celebrities and they were mobbed by the public, scrutinized by the press, and overwhelmed...
The streamer has acquired the rights to Dear Mr. Brody, which is directed by Keith Maitland (Tower) and was an official selection at the Telluride Film Festival, as well as screening at SXSW and Tribeca Festival.
It has also picked up feature docs Set!, Dead Man’s Switch and Keep Sweet.
Dear Mr. Brody, which will be released theatrically by Greenwich Entertainment ahead of its streaming bow, will launch in winter 2022. It follows the complex story of Brody, who announced that he would be giving away his fortune in 1970. He and his wife became instant celebrities and they were mobbed by the public, scrutinized by the press, and overwhelmed...
- 10/1/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Discovery+ has acquired the worldwide rights to “Citizen Penn,” a documentary about actor Sean Penn’s humanitarian work in Haiti following the 7.0-magnitude earthquake that devastated the region in 2010.
The film is written and directed by Don Hardy (“Pick of the Litter”) and followed Penn over the course of 10 years as he and a team of volunteers set up a long base to bring aid to Haitians, including through his non-profit organization called Core. Discovery+ plans to release “Citizen Penn” on its streaming service beginning May 6.
The documentary also features an original score by songwriter Linda Perry, as well as an original song called “Eden (To Find Love)” performed by Bono and co-written by Bono and Perry.
“Citizen Penn” chronicles the moment Penn and his team of volunteers landed in Haiti, just days after the earthquake struck, and the ten years since. The film offers viewers an intimate, honest, and...
The film is written and directed by Don Hardy (“Pick of the Litter”) and followed Penn over the course of 10 years as he and a team of volunteers set up a long base to bring aid to Haitians, including through his non-profit organization called Core. Discovery+ plans to release “Citizen Penn” on its streaming service beginning May 6.
The documentary also features an original score by songwriter Linda Perry, as well as an original song called “Eden (To Find Love)” performed by Bono and co-written by Bono and Perry.
“Citizen Penn” chronicles the moment Penn and his team of volunteers landed in Haiti, just days after the earthquake struck, and the ten years since. The film offers viewers an intimate, honest, and...
- 4/2/2021
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Discovery Plus has acquired “Citizen Penn,” a look at the humanitarian efforts of Sean Penn and a team of volunteers to help Haitians in the wake of the devastating 2010 earthquake.
The documentary will premiere on the subscription streaming service on May 6. “Citizen Penn” was written and directed by Don Hardy and produced by Hardy and Shawn Dailey. It boasts up close and personal footage of Penn’s work on the frontlines in the days after a 7.0 earthquake left 250,000 people dead and displaced some 5 million others. Haiti changed Penn’s life. The Oscar-winning star of “Mystic River” and “Milk” went there for what he thought was a two-week aid mission to drop off supplies, help doctors provide immediate medical care, and then get out and get back to his normal life. Instead, he stayed and created an organization called J/P Hro (now Core) that took over management duties for the...
The documentary will premiere on the subscription streaming service on May 6. “Citizen Penn” was written and directed by Don Hardy and produced by Hardy and Shawn Dailey. It boasts up close and personal footage of Penn’s work on the frontlines in the days after a 7.0 earthquake left 250,000 people dead and displaced some 5 million others. Haiti changed Penn’s life. The Oscar-winning star of “Mystic River” and “Milk” went there for what he thought was a two-week aid mission to drop off supplies, help doctors provide immediate medical care, and then get out and get back to his normal life. Instead, he stayed and created an organization called J/P Hro (now Core) that took over management duties for the...
- 4/2/2021
- by Brent Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Streaming service discovery+ has just acquired the Ld Entertainment documentary Introducing, Selma Blair ahead of its world premiere at the 2021 SXSW Film Festival. A streaming date is planned for later this year.
The Rachel Fleit directed docu is a raw and intimate look at a year in the life of actress, Selma Blair, after she is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis — an autoimmune disease which has no cure. Introducing, Selma Blair follows the actress in her resilience as she battles her disease, grappling with challenges such as dissecting deep-rooted myths about beauty, the collective fear around disability and mortality, as well as the struggle for self-acceptance and the search for serenity. Complete with her trademark wit and humor, the film follows Blair as she reconciles a life-altering diagnosis and begins on a journey of monumental transition.
“Selma is a force. An actress, mother and now disability advocate. Her brave fight...
The Rachel Fleit directed docu is a raw and intimate look at a year in the life of actress, Selma Blair, after she is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis — an autoimmune disease which has no cure. Introducing, Selma Blair follows the actress in her resilience as she battles her disease, grappling with challenges such as dissecting deep-rooted myths about beauty, the collective fear around disability and mortality, as well as the struggle for self-acceptance and the search for serenity. Complete with her trademark wit and humor, the film follows Blair as she reconciles a life-altering diagnosis and begins on a journey of monumental transition.
“Selma is a force. An actress, mother and now disability advocate. Her brave fight...
- 3/12/2021
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Discovery+ continues to ramp up it documentary slate. The fast-growing streamer has acquired rights to Rebel Heart, the Pedro Kos-directed documentary that premiered at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. It will now get a theatrical release as well as a global bow on the streamer later this year.
Rebel Hearts centers on a trailblazing group of nuns in 1960s Los Angeles who stood up to the patriarchy of the Catholic Church. The sisters that ran the progressive Immaculate Heart College in L.A. fought for equality (they marched in Selma), their livelihoods and their own freedom against an all-powerful Cardinal who opposed their actions. Their acts of faith, defiance and activism turned the church upside down. The pic uses archival footage, animation and two decades of never-before-seen interviews gathered by the film’s producer Shawnee Isaac-Smith to tell the tale at the center of the film, a co-production...
Rebel Hearts centers on a trailblazing group of nuns in 1960s Los Angeles who stood up to the patriarchy of the Catholic Church. The sisters that ran the progressive Immaculate Heart College in L.A. fought for equality (they marched in Selma), their livelihoods and their own freedom against an all-powerful Cardinal who opposed their actions. Their acts of faith, defiance and activism turned the church upside down. The pic uses archival footage, animation and two decades of never-before-seen interviews gathered by the film’s producer Shawnee Isaac-Smith to tell the tale at the center of the film, a co-production...
- 3/3/2021
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
In today’s roundup, Fox Nation announces a fresh slate of programming for the summer and HBO announces the recipients of its HBOAccess Writing Fellowship.
Development:
HBO has announced the recipients of its 2019 HBOAccess Writing Fellowship. The eight writers selected out of the 3,000 submissions will participate in an 8-month program of master classes and ongoing mentorship with HBO executives as they develop a pilot script for the network. The winners are: Darnell Brown, Elaine Loh, Melody Cooper, Danielle Iman, Lucy Luna, Eddie Mujica, Jessica D. Shields, and Ivan Tsang.
Executive News:
Igal Svet is set to become Discovery Channel’s new vice president of production and development where he’ll oversee the network’s documentaries, specials, and Shark Week. The executive comes from National Geographic and was previously the head of development at 2C Media.
Programming:
Fox Nation has announced a fresh slate of programming for this summer, including new...
Development:
HBO has announced the recipients of its 2019 HBOAccess Writing Fellowship. The eight writers selected out of the 3,000 submissions will participate in an 8-month program of master classes and ongoing mentorship with HBO executives as they develop a pilot script for the network. The winners are: Darnell Brown, Elaine Loh, Melody Cooper, Danielle Iman, Lucy Luna, Eddie Mujica, Jessica D. Shields, and Ivan Tsang.
Executive News:
Igal Svet is set to become Discovery Channel’s new vice president of production and development where he’ll oversee the network’s documentaries, specials, and Shark Week. The executive comes from National Geographic and was previously the head of development at 2C Media.
Programming:
Fox Nation has announced a fresh slate of programming for this summer, including new...
- 5/23/2019
- by Anna Tingley
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Igal Svet is swapping National Geographic for Discovery and is heading to the West Coast to work on the latter’s event programming, documentaries, and specials.
Svet is moving from the east coast to La to become Vice President of Production and Development for documentaries and specials at the Discovery Channel. He will report to Howard Swartz, Senior Vice President of Production and Development, who oversees Discovery Channel’s documentaries, specials, and Shark Week.
He was previously Senior Director, Development at the now Disney-owned factual broadcaster. Based in New York, Svet was responsible for the development of original premium content for the global channel. He oversaw its move into premium programming with Mars and Story of God with Morgan Freeman as well as One Strange Rock and live specials such as Earth Live and Yellowstone Live.
Prior to joining National Geographic, he served as Vice President, Development at the Miami-based production company,...
Svet is moving from the east coast to La to become Vice President of Production and Development for documentaries and specials at the Discovery Channel. He will report to Howard Swartz, Senior Vice President of Production and Development, who oversees Discovery Channel’s documentaries, specials, and Shark Week.
He was previously Senior Director, Development at the now Disney-owned factual broadcaster. Based in New York, Svet was responsible for the development of original premium content for the global channel. He oversaw its move into premium programming with Mars and Story of God with Morgan Freeman as well as One Strange Rock and live specials such as Earth Live and Yellowstone Live.
Prior to joining National Geographic, he served as Vice President, Development at the Miami-based production company,...
- 5/23/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
National Geographic Channel is expanding its East Coast development team, adding Nicole Reed as VP development and Igal Svet director, development. In addition, Naimah Holmes is relocating to New York as director, development, Heather Moran, Evp programming and strategy said today. Reed and Svet will report to Charlie Parsons, head of East Coast development, based in Washington, D.C.; while Holmes will report to Reed. They will be responsible for the development and the greenlight of new series and specials for the network, as well as building relationships with East Coast- and UK-based production companies. Reed joins Nat Geo Channel from A&E where she served as director, nonfiction and alternative programmings. She most recently developed and served as exec producer on upcoming series The Herbert Brothers and Big Smo (w.t.) and three seasons of A&E’s original series Barter Kings. Svet most recently served as VP development at 2C Media,...
- 5/1/2014
- by THE DEADLINE TEAM
- Deadline TV
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