Banijay Rights, the global distribution arm of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, announced the appointment of Sarah Mottershead as VP, Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus. Based in London, Mottershead will be responsible for executing Banijay Rights' sales strategy across these territories.
Mottershead was formerly VP, TV Series Sales at STUDIOCANAL TV, managing sales across Central & Eastern Europe, CIS, Africa, and Asia. Prior to this, she held positions at Fremantle and Shine International.
Mottershead will report to Claire Jago, EVP EMEA Sales and Acquisitions, Banijay Rights, who said: “I’m delighted to have Sarah join the EMEA Team in London. She is an experienced television executive with a wealth of knowledge and will be a huge asset to Banijay Rights in these pivotal markets;" she stated.
Sarah Mottershead, VP Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus, Banijay Rights, embraced the challenge: “Banijay Rights’ vast catalogue of truly stand-out programming is renowned across the international content industry, so I’m beyond proud to join this incredible team and work across these important territories," she added.