UK production house World Media Rights has appointed Dean Palmer to the newly created role of Executive Producer, Factual Entertainment and Project Development.

Palmer joins following consultancy roles at John Bishop’s Lola Entertainment and Channel 5’s TV production arm Elephant House Productions. Previously, he was Director of Development at NBC-Universal’s Peacock Productions UK where he developed ‘Don’t Look Down: Rope Men’ for ITV.

Prior to Peacock, Palmer was Executive Producer of ‘The Winner Is’ for Sony Pictures International and Showrunner of business reality TV show ‘Redemption Inc.’ for CBC in Toronto.

David McNab, Creative Director of World Media Rights, said: “At a critical time in our Company’s expansion, Dean brings flair, experience and passion to the creative and editorial team. Dean’s cross-genre experience will help us open up new markets while maintaining exceptional programme quality”.

Dean Palmer, Executive Producer at World Media Rights said; “I am delighted to be working closely with both Alan Griffiths and David McNab. Particularly with World Media Right’s contacts in the global television market and the opportunity to explore new markets”.

Staff Reporter

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