MTV named Laurel Weir as senior vice president, strategic insights and research.

Sonar Entertainment named David Ellender to the newly created position of president, global distribution and co-productions.

First Look Media hired Anna Holmes, Jezebel founder and former editorial director of Fusion's Digital Voices section, to develop new properties beyond the Intercept, Reported.ly, and the Nib brands.

Outbrain named Anthony Hearne as vice president of global sales marketing.

Hogarth North America named Ruhiya Nuruddin as director of broadcast operations and Louisa Gleichman as director of marketing.

BabyCenter hired Laurie Dewan as vice president of research, insights, and data.

AdLarge Media hired Yvonne Lacey as vice president, digital sales development.

M&C Saatchi LA named Kathryn Schotthoefer president of its Heavenspot division.

Funny Or Die's Branded Entertainment division, newly renamed as “Partner Content,” will be run by Kellyn Parker and Brian Toombs, elevated to vice presidents.

OpenSlate hired Andrea Ching as chief marketing officer.