TORONTO – Former Bell Media and Temple Street exec Trish Williams is now executive director, scripted content at CBC.
Williams, who will join the public broadcaster this week, will oversee its drama, comedy and film teams across all broadcast and streaming original long-form programming, reads Monday’s announcement.
Before the Corp, Williams was scripted programming VP at Temple Street Productions where she oversaw the creative execution of series for production as well as the sourcing and development of IP and new original series for primetime cable, pay and conventional markets. Prior to that, she was co-executive producer of drama series Killjoys, and drama director at Bell Media.
“Trish has led talented creative teams in the creation of significant Canadian series that have elevated this country’s reputation for quality scripted programming,” said CBC programming GM Sally Catto, in the announcement. “In this competitive global landscape, Trish’s experience and insights will help to further enhance CBC’s acclaimed drama, comedy and film slate, including strengthening collaboration with Canadian creators and international partners.”
