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Independent Talent Group launches creator studio led by former BBC News executive Deborah Turness
The U.K. agency's new initiative aims to develop original media brands, franchises, and intellectual property alongside established talent.
The short version
- U.K. talent agency Independent Talent Group has launched a new creator studio called Independent Talent Studio.
- Deborah Turness, the former CEO of BBC News and Current Affairs, has been appointed as the studio's president.
- The studio will focus on building and owning original media brands, franchises, and intellectual property across multiple digital and live formats.
Key facts
- Independent Talent Group announced the launch of Independent Talent Studio to develop original media brands, franchises, and intellectual property.[Variety]
- Deborah Turness, who most recently served as CEO of BBC News and Current Affairs and as a member of the BBC board, has joined as the president of the new studio.[Variety]
- Turness's past executive leadership roles also include president of NBC News, CEO of ITN, and president of NBC News International.[Variety]
- The studio plans to create original content across video, podcasts, social media, newsletters, live experiences, and other emerging formats.[Variety]