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Astral names new director of original programming, movies


TORONTO – Astral Television Networks has promoted Aubie Greenberg to director of original programming for its movie services.Effective May 10, Greenberg will be responsible for developing the strategic direction and management of the original programming slate, including project selection, development and production for The Movie Network and HBO Canada.Greenberg (pictured) has more than 20 years of experience working for Astral Television, most recently as director of programming, where he was responsible for programming uniquely branded multiplexes, HD channels and the recently launched HBO Canada.  He takes over from acting director Diane Boehme, who filled a maternity-leave contract for director Michelle...