BBC Studios brings together media and streaming business in ANZ and Asia together under Robi Stanton.
BBC Studios today announced the formal integration of its media and streaming business in Australia & New Zealand and Asia into a single APAC region, under the leadership of Robi Stanton, appointed to the expanded role of President, APAC Media & Streaming.
BBC Studios ANZ said in a statement, “Robi brings deep industry experience and commercial insight to the role, having already played a key part in shaping our regional strategy since joining BBC Studios earlier this year. This alignment marks a strategic step forward as we sharpen our focus across APAC, strengthen local partnerships, and grow the reach of our fan-favourite content and services.”
Marcus Arthur, CEO, BBC Studios Global Channels, Streaming and UKTV, says: “Bringing BBC Studios’ media and streaming business in ANZ and Asia together under Robi’s leadership is a strategic step forward. Robi brings clarity, energy, and a sharp commercial lens to the region, and I’m confident this alignment will unlock new opportunities for growth and collaboration across APAC.”
Stanton added: “BBC Studios has an extraordinary portfolio and a talented team across Asia Pacific. I’m excited to lead this next chapter as we build a more connected and agile business, focused on delivering world-class content and experiences to audiences across the region.”
Recent productions by BBC Studio Australia Productions led by Kylie Washington includes Dancing with the Stars, Ghosts Australia, Reckless, Mastermind, The 1% Club, Return to Paradise, The Great Australian Bake Off and The Office Australia.
In March Stanton was appointed EVP & General Manager of Global Media and Streaming for Australia & NZ, responsible for Content Sales, Channels and Streaming and Advertising Sales.