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Michael is charged with identifying non-fiction acquisitions and co-productions for all platforms across the A+E multiplatform ecosystem including linear cable channels, SVOD platforms and FAST channels. Michael has helped forge unique deals and co-production models at A+E Networks. These co- productions allow the company a cost-efficient way to invest in the production of new content that helps grow our brands across the world. Each deal requires a unique structure, requiring intense negotiations to ensure A+E is getting the necessary rights to maximize value in an evolving media
landscape.
Michael’s greatest accomplishments at A+E Networks are reflected in the numerous series he has brought to the company including A&E’s Killer Cases and Murder at the Motel, Lifetime’s Prison Brides and Home.Made.Nation’s Lakefront Luxury and Property Virgins. Michael’s role focuses on finding complementary IP, as well as leading negotiations with production partners to maximize worldwide territories and broad rights for A+E. These series feed linear channels, the company’s robust owned SVOD platforms and FAST channels.
Speaking on: CoLab Panel - Partnering formulas: deconstructing winning solutions