Sean Gupta has shifted from a strategy executive role at BET Networks to SVP of streaming strategy for ViacomCBS.He began the new position last week, reporting to Jeff Shultz, chief strategy officer and chief business development officer for the streaming division of ViacomCBS.
Gupta was named SVP of strategy and business operations for BET Networks in the fall of 2019. He co-led the executive team that conceived of, planned and launched the two-year-old BET+ premium streaming service.
He was also a member of the dealmaking team that negotiated and structured the joint venture with Tyler Perry Studios.ViacomCBS has joined its media industry peers in emphasizing direct-to-consumer streaming.
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