TORONTO – CBC has named Tara Ellis as executive director of scripted content effective October 19.
Ellis, (pictured), was most recently senior director of original drama content for Shaw Media. Prior to that, she was Alliance Atlantis's VP of content for Showcase, and executive in charge of production for CBC.
In her new role, Ellis will lead CBC's scripted content teams as they continue to raise the bar in comedy and drama, kids programming and digital originals, reads the announcement. Ellis will report to programming GM Sally Catto and reporting to her will be the senior directors of drama, comedy and children's content. The digital originals team will report to her with respect to all scripted digital content.
“Tara is one of Canada's leading media executives and her incredible reputation, creative expertise, relationships with the independent community and leadership experience will undoubtedly serve her well in this role", said Catto, in the announcement. "Not only will she bring a fresh new perspective, but also an impressive track record to CBC's already stellar scripted lineup."
"I am delighted to be returning to CBC where I started my career in TV drama. The scripted team under Sally have been developing and commissioning exciting, entertaining and relevant work at a time when the role of the national broadcaster has never been more crucial", added Ellis. "I'm thrilled at the prospect of working with the independent community to continue to make the CBC the go-to home for great creative talent and projects in Canada."
