ExclusiveSearching for the BBC for the next content head is a pace.
Several sources of industry told the pluscinemaz.comthat the field of competitors was narrowed, as it was said that three of the executives were the leaders of the largest creative job on British television, sound and broadcasting.
They are: Kate Phillips, a non -common BBC president and a large content; Patrick Holland, CEO of Banijay UK; And BBC Studios Productions Zi Bennett CEO.
It is said that others are in consideration. Multiple sources said that the general manager of the BBC Tim Devi met the president of Ann Minsah at Netflix UK, although many of them are not sure of their appetite for the role and willingness to take a wage reduction. She is loved by her heads in Netflix, which you will want to keep after a series of visits, including Teenager.
Tom McDonald, CEO of Nat Geo, is said to be in this mix. He is very thinking that his experience in working in the United States will not count against him.
Privif Rennis Rice Grace Blu and Ebison helps direct the BBC employment, with applications closed last week. As always, the possibility of a dark horse filter remains a possibility.
Others are believed to exclude themselves. This includes Jay Hunt and Apple TV+S in Europe and Channel 4 Supremo ib Katz. The sources said that Apple CEO Alison Kirkham was considered, but it is said that he is happy in its current role. Liam Kelan, former Disney president in Europe, is not in running.
The successful candidate will replace Charlotte Moore, who is stepped down from senior content officials after four years to join the left bank's photos as CEO. It will also oversee the international creative directing of Sony Pictures.
Applicants
Philips is widely seen as the executive that must be overcome, as both familiar with the BBC and influential producers express their horizons. She has been the director of BBC for Uncripted since 2022, and supervised the proverbs Tuel, dance accurately, and Wrestling.
Kate Phillips
The insiders have admired how she acted in the temporary role in the past few weeks, while one of the ally in the production community said it was “prepared” for this position, after she worked closely with Moore for years.
Another producer said: “I was with her recently, and I was impressed by attacking the materials, seeing them, supporting the commissioners, and it was good with talent,” she said. “This function revolves around understanding the largest image of the BBC, not just green offers. It has a strong assignment team and enables to continue to do so.”
The idea that it is able to move in the unique demands of the role has emerged over and over again. Described as one of the most difficult jobs in this industry, it requires the ability to direct visits, a fist, and to protect the PBC public service values with looming on the horizon renovating renovation negotiations. In recent months, Philips has changed It comes in accurate dance She helped calm the storm the misconduct that swept the show, while she was also forced to deal with the repercussions of the Gregg Wallace scandal.
“What Tim is yet a person who really believes and loves BBC, will live and die for the BBC, instead of someone in the glory of the job,” said BBC executive. “It is related to public service, so he needs a good public employee.”
Philips will also be one of the few candidates who will be benefiting from increased wages, if she is promoted. It is currently up to 294,999 pounds ($ 389,000), while Moore is paid 468,000 pounds.
Patrick Holland
The Netherlands, the former BBC2 console, is the main external candidate, although it is said to be happy in Banjay UK, where since 2022. The sources said that the attractiveness of the outside is still attractive to the BBC, and the Netherlands can be a business experience and public service to work in its favor. Over time, he spoke about the possibility of the Netherlands in the upper work instead of the faint.
“He will be a great candidate. He got a passion for PSB and press/documentary experience. You need someone who can see all aspects of the story and get this basis in neutral cases,” said one of the high -sensitive products. The Netherlands cost the win Once in Iraq and The race around the world During his BBC period. “Patrick has always said that the only job that he will return to is the best BBC content function.”
Zy Bennett
Bennett only joined BBC Studios last year, but the people close to the former CEO Sky believe he is thinking about the old Moore function. Some believe that the optics that jump on soon are unusual, but one person said that he was brought to the BBC studios, taking into account specific planning for the caliphate and deepening the talent seat in the company.
With credits, including Chernobiland Baccalaureateand The only way is EsixAnd Just people do nothingBennett knows how to choose a blow. It is also widely considered a strong communication that will be able to express the BBC mission effectively.
Moore is still working by the British Broadcasting Corporation, but she is now entering the last weeks of her mandate. It was an unexpected defender of the power of public service broadcast, and the glow to the job she suggested that she leaves large shoes to fill them.
Additional reports by Max Goldbart
