Acamar Films appointed Tim Ricketts as COO & CFO to drive global growth

Acamar Films, the independent studio behind the globally successful preschool series “Bing”, has appointed Tim Ricketts as Chief Operating and Financial Officer (COO & CFO). In this newly combined role, Ricketts will oversee financial strategy and operational management, supporting Acamar’s mission to expand internationally while maintaining creative and commercial excellence. He will report directly to Mikael Shields, Acamar’s CEO and producer of “Bing.”

Mikael Shields welcomed the appointment, stating: “Tim is a brilliant addition to the Acamar leadership team. His extensive experience across broadcasting, production, and intellectual property ownership are invaluable. Tim’s strategic insight and leadership come at just the right time as we expand globally, and we are all looking forward to working with him.”

Ricketts brings a proven track record in international media and content businesses, having most recently served as COO & CFO at Coolabi Group, where he played a pivotal role in guiding growth and strategy. His career includes senior roles at Gullane Entertainment, United News & Media, and TVS Entertainment, providing him with deep expertise in managing IP-driven companies.

Sharing his enthusiasm about joining Acamar, Ricketts said: “I am delighted to be joining Acamar at such an exciting time. ‘Bing’ is a unique property that resonates with families around the world. I look forward to working closely with Mikael and the senior team to support Acamar’s global expansion, strengthen our financial and operational capabilities, and help to deliver on the company’s mission to move and delight young children and their grown-ups worldwide.”

Since its debut in 2014, “Bing”, produced in partnership with Brown Bag Films, has become a global preschool phenomenon. The series has won an International Emmy for Best Children’s Program, a Writer’s Guild Award, and received a BAFTA nomination. Distributed across more than 130 territories, the brand has expanded beyond television into books, apps, live shows, consumer products, and digital platforms, cementing its status as a leading children’s entertainment franchise.

With the addition of Ricketts to its executive team, Acamar Films is reinforcing its commitment to financial discipline and operational excellence, ensuring the company is well-positioned to scale its brand portfolio and meet the growing global demand for high-quality children’s content.