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Simon Named GM, Channels At BBC Worldwide America

  • B&C, Thursday, August 26, 2010 11:05 PM
Perry Simon has been appointed general manager, channels, at BBC Worldwide America. He starts his New York-based post Sept. 7, reporting to Herb Scannell, president of BBC Worldwide America. In his new role, Simon will be responsible for the growth strategy and creative direction of BBC America, BBC America HD, Video on Demand, BBCAmerica.com and future U.S. content distribution platforms.

Most recently, Simon was chief content officer at Sezmi Corp. Prior to that, he served as president of Viacom Productions and held senior executive positions at NBC and his own Paramount-based production company, Shore View Entertainment.

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