After a decade with Fremantle, Christian Vesper is stepping down as CEO of global drama and film.
Since joining Fremantle in 2016, Vesper has played a key role in shaping the company’s overall scripted strategy, reporting to Andrea Scrosati, group COO and CEO for Continental Europe. Scrosatin will oversee film and drama on an interim basis.
Scrosati commented, “With Christian at the helm, we have established our drama and film business and delivered both consistent success and critical acclaim. Our scripted portfolio is today a key component of our business and recognized across the industry. Christian is a creative at heart, and his vision has helped build the credibility of our drama and film slate. We appreciate that he now wishes to focus on new horizons, and we all wish him well in the future.”
Vesper added, “I would like to thank Jennifer Mullin and Andrea Scrosati for their incredible support, ambition and creative spirit, enabling us to build our film and drama capabilities. I am extremely proud of what we have achieved together, and the fact we will deliver our 100th film this year underlines the progress made. Fremantle is an incredible company and has been a huge part of my life for the last decade. We have built a dedicated and talented team whom I will miss greatly, but I know they will take our film and drama business to even greater heights. Now is the perfect moment for my next adventure, and I am excited for the journey ahead.”
