BBC Studios Productions Australia has announced three key appointments to support the continued expansion of the entire script, post-production and programming brand partnership.
Scott Hartley joins the company as the production manager for scripting, overseeing the planning and execution of the company’s growing drama slate. Hartley is a former script production supervisor for Fremantle and a script production executive for Amazon Studios Australia.
Three titles are currently in production at BBC Studios Productions Australia. The second season of ABC’s return to paradise, Ghosts Australia on Network 10/Paramount+, the third title will be announced soon.
“We are delighted to be part of the BBC Studios Productions Australia dynamic team,” Hartley said.
“With so many incredible projects already underway and with exciting new projects on the horizon, we look forward to being able to contribute to the team’s continued success.”
Amanda Bainbridge, who has been with BBC Studios since 2023, has been promoted to Head of Creative Post Production, leading unscripted post production slates, including Stars and Dance, Great Australia’s Bake-Off and Top Gear Australia. BBC Studios has a newly built in-house post-production facility in North Sydney.
Finally, Amber Brown will join the production company as a director of partnerships, digital and brands, working closely with commissioners, brands and agents to promote the activation of brands outside the air, and advocate for brand-funded entertainment and digital growth from BBC Studios Productions and Werner Film Productions.
She joined Uber Anz’s BBC studio, where she led a strategic partnership. She has also played roles in Meta, Fremantle Media, Nine Network and Zenith.
Global Entertainment Kylie Washington, BBC Studios ANZ EVP and Creative Director, said three executives are extremely involved in the company.
“Their expertise and leadership helps to expand our capabilities, strengthen our creative outcomes, and promote innovation across our work. It focuses on developing strategic partnerships and helps to deliver outstanding content and engaging collaboration between programming brands.
