MTV Networks is shifting programming - from the reality shows that long have been a staple of the cable channel to scripted fare. Two executives are now in charge of broadening its schedule to appeal
to younger viewers, reports the
Los Angeles Times. Chris Linn, a 20-year MTV veteran, was tapped to head production, while David Janollari, a former Warner Bros. executive who joined MTV this
year, was named chief programmer. Janollari will be in charge of scripted programming, animation and reality shows developed by MTV's West Coast staff. Linn will be in charge of reality shows based on
the East Coast, as well as manage made-for-TV movies, news and specials, studio productions, music development and production management.
