Who is Oliver Jones and what is his new role at Amazon MGM Studios?

Oliver Jones is a seasoned scripted executive who has been hired as Senior Commissioner for UK Scripted at Amazon MGM Studios. He previously worked at Apple for six years.

What does this hiring mean for Amazon MGM Studios' UK content strategy?

This appointment signifies Amazon MGM Studios' 'huge commitment' and continued investment in world-class UK scripted programming, aiming to expand their slate for both UK and global audiences.

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Amazon MGM Lures Apple Exec for UK Content

Q: What was Oliver Jones's previous experience at Apple?

At Apple, Oliver Jones oversaw English-language international event series, non-English language originals, co-productions, and acquisitions, including titles like Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and Masters of the Air.

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Summary

Oliver Jones joins Amazon MGM Studios as Senior Commissioner for UK Scripted.
Jones previously spent six years at Apple overseeing international scripted television.
The appointment signifies Amazon MGM's increased investment in UK scripted programming.

Amazon MGM Lures Apple Exec for UK Content

Amazon MGM Studios has announced a significant addition to its UK team with the hiring of Oliver Jones as Senior Commissioner for UK Scripted. Jones, who previously spent six years at Apple, will relocate from Los Angeles to London to assume his new role in May.

At Apple, Jones served as Senior Creative Executive for International Scripted Television. He was instrumental in overseeing various English-language international event series, non-English language originals, co-productions, and acquisitions. His previous work includes high-profile projects such as Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and Masters of the Air.