David Nevins has been named CBS’ new chief creative officer, with broad oversight of programming across CBS Television Studios, the CBS Television Network’s entertainment division, Showtime and programming for CBS All Access.
The well-regarded executive also has been promoted to chairman of Showtime Networks Inc., and will remain as the premium cabler’s CEO. He also will oversee CBS’ interest in The CW, a joint venture between CBS Corp and Warner Bros.
“David has a brilliant creative mind and an impressive track record of success at Showtime and in the entertainment industry,” said CBS’ acting CEO Joe Ianniello in a statement. “He is a forward-thinking leader who has driven programming excellence and subscriber growth for the cable network and its growing over-the-top service. The combination of David working with the outstanding and proven creative leaders we have in place will continue to build our position as a global premium content powerhouse.
The well-regarded executive also has been promoted to chairman of Showtime Networks Inc., and will remain as the premium cabler’s CEO. He also will oversee CBS’ interest in The CW, a joint venture between CBS Corp and Warner Bros.
“David has a brilliant creative mind and an impressive track record of success at Showtime and in the entertainment industry,” said CBS’ acting CEO Joe Ianniello in a statement. “He is a forward-thinking leader who has driven programming excellence and subscriber growth for the cable network and its growing over-the-top service. The combination of David working with the outstanding and proven creative leaders we have in place will continue to build our position as a global premium content powerhouse.
- 10/18/2018
- by Dawn C. Chmielewski
- Deadline Film + TV
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