Apple Continues to Expand TV Team, Adds Four New Execs
Apple recently hired four veteran television executives to join its quickly growing video content team, with the new recruits tasked to head up original programming initiatives including documentary series. According to a new report from Variety, former Sony TV head of current programming Kim Rozenfeld has officially landed at Apple, rejoining his former Sony TV bosses Zack Van Amburg and...
Facebook Announces ‘Watch,’ A New Platform For Original Video Content
Facebook’s push to become a major power in the world of streaming video continued this week with the introduction of Watch, a new video platform featuring original and licensed shows on the social network. "We’re introducing Watch, a new platform for shows on Facebook. Watch will be available on mobile, on desktop and laptop, and in our...
Apple Hires Sony Television Execs Jamie Erlicht and Zack Van Amburg
Apple has hired two top television executives, Jamie Erlicht and Zack Van Amburg, from Sony in a move that might signal Apple's readiness to venture into more original video. According to an Apple press release, the company on Friday announced the hire of Jamie Erlicht and Zack Van Amburg, who had served as presidents at...