Former HBO Europe CEO Linda Jensen & ‘Harry Potter’ Producer David Barron Join International-Focused Content Company Envision Entertainment

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EXCLUSIVE: UK-based production house Envision Entertainment has significantly expanded its ranks by appointing two key executives. Former HBO Europe CEO Linda Jensen, who pioneered the U.S. company…

At Envision, Jensen will seek out and acquire local IP with international potential. She will also spearhead the launch of an investment arm at the company, which will also look to acquire stakes in synergistic media companies across the screen industry in complimentary fields such as publishing, gaming, and animation.

Deadline previously broke the news that Envision has teamed up with leading Japanese multiplatform entertainment company Nippon TV on a joint slate, details of which you can read aboutJensen has deep experience in building major international businesses in emerging markets, including helping to launch MTV Russia. During her time at HBO Europe, she worked on titles including Agnieszka Holland’s Czech-language original.

Michael Nakan, Founder and Chief Content Officer of Envision Entertainment, commented: “Linda and David are two incredibly well-respected figures in the global content industry. Having them join the team is a real statement about our ambitions to make Envision a world-leading international production house and IP incubator.

Linda Jensen Global Head of Investments added: “Global content needs are growing, both for stories and IP, as well as services. Envision is dedicated to meeting these needs by sourcing the best local ideas and assets for growth. I look forward to working with Michael and David as we grow Envision.” David Barron Global Head of Scripted added: “Market conditions create a huge opportunity to capitalise on our very ambitious plans and I am very excited to be working with Linda and Michael to continue to grow Envision Entertainment.”

 

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