BBC Studios have backed Robert Schildhouse, currently CEO of Britbox, giving him oversight of US streaming service BBC Select as well. Studios claim that Select is now the third largest documentary streamer in the States, without sharing absolute numbers. Subcriptions are apparently up 50% year on year - again, no transparency on absolute numbers.
Robert (Ohio State and Harvard) is also rewarded with a new title, CEO, Direct to Consumer.
On Linkedin, he's delighted....
I am energized and deeply grateful for the opportunity ahead as we build BBC Studios Direct-to-Consumer, home to BritBox and BBC Select.
We are operating in an incredibly dynamic time in the streaming industry that rewards creativity, risk taking, and bold thinking, and I have the privilege to work alongside a world-class team across BBC Studios as we continue to pursue our aggressive growth ambitions.
I am thankful for the trust placed in me and proud of what we have already built together. I could not be more optimistic about our future!
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