Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeLongtime Done+Dusted partner Melanie Fletcher has been promoted to CEO of North America, recognizing her shift in recent years toward overseeing the growth of the production company’s business.
Fletcher’s promotion comes as D+D prepares to produce the 74th Emmy Awards for NBC next month, as well as upcoming specials like ABC’s “Norman Lear: 100 Years of Music and Laughter” and “Beauty and The Beast: A 30th Celebration,” and “The Kennedy Center Honors” for CBS.In overseeing D+D’s U.S.
business, she’ll focus on expanding the company’s output in original IP development, series, brands, live specials, gaming and experiences.
Fletcher, who has been with D+D since its early days, most recently served as chief operating officer. “Honestly, from the heart, Melanie is fucking amazing,” said D+D co-founder, TV director and Emmy nominee Hamish Hamilton. “She’s been a real driving force within our company for many years.
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