- Deadline, Wednesday, June 9, 2010 10:53 PM
NBC is restoring its current department and tapping veteran NBC program executive Vernon Sanders to run it as EVP current programming, NBC and Universal Media Studios. In his new role, Sanders will be
responsible for overseeing all currently broadcast scripted programming for the network and studio.
Part of the decision to have dedicated current department was NBC's increased volume
of new series this year. The network will introduce at least 12 new scripted series next season. Sanders was responsible for such new series as "Undercovers" and "Love Bites" as well as "Parenthood."
He also has overseen development for the drama pilot "Prime Suspect."
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