The executive will now be responsible for overseeing the company's slate of scripted drama, films and dailies, as well as its scripted labels and talent partnerships.
The series is set in the UK and Nigeria, with the story unfolding across two main timelines; the present day, and the 1967-70 Biafra War – which it remains forgotten dark secret.
Passenger will now sit within Fremantle’s Global Drama division and Brown will help drive Fremantle’s efforts in the development and production of TV and film projects.
Fremantle has promoted Ganesh Rajaram to CEO of Asia and Latin America. In his new role, Rajaram will oversee all aspects of the company’s production business in both regions.