At the independent studio, Sterling joins a team of executives that includes EVP of Current Stacy Fung, SVP of Casting Felicia Joseph, EVP of Development Ken Segna and EVP of Production Jennifer Watson. He will report to President Elise Henderson.
“James has a phenomenal reputation and brings tremendous experience to this role,” Henderson said in a statement, “and I am so happy to have him join our team to lead business affairs for the studio as we continue to grow.” Prior to joining MRC, Sterling helped launch Quibi, serving as Head of Scripted Business Affairs at the now-defunct premium short form video service. Before joining Quibi, he served as a Senior Business Affairs Executive at Amazon Studios, overseeing shows including