The deal consists of new spin-off series from popular film franchises and iconic Dreamworks characters. They will be available on Sky One at no additional cost.
The number of OTT services has doubled since 2014's figure. A recent partnership was recently established between NBCUniversal and Roku to distribute the new streaming service Peacock.
The decision was made amid a general disapproval of Wachtel's management style as well as general structural changes within the company. The successor of the executive has not yet been named.
Yaccarino will continue to hold oversight all National Advertising Sales, Ad Sales Marketing, and Global Partnerships, which now include Local Advertising Sales and Strategic Initiatives teams.