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Kieran McCarthy Drives Acclaimed's Bold New Era
23 Apr
Summary
- Kieran McCarthy appointed Director of Development at Acclaimed.
- McCarthy previously developed Channel 4's AI presenter show.
- Acclaimed aims to expand across digital, broadcast, and branded content.
Kieran McCarthy has been appointed Director of Development at Acclaimed, a production studio based in Birmingham. This strategic hire signals Acclaimed's ambition to significantly scale its operations across digital, broadcast, and branded content sectors. McCarthy brings a wealth of experience, having previously served as Creative Director of Development at Kalel.
In his prior role, McCarthy was instrumental in developing notable programs, including Channel 4's "Will AI Take My Job?," which garnered industry attention for its use of an AI-generated presenter. Acclaimed co-founder Anton Inwood highlighted McCarthy's proven track record in creating distinctive formats and his expertise across broadcast and digital platforms.
McCarthy will report to co-founders Anton Inwood and Ché Chumber. He will be responsible for overseeing Acclaimed's development slate, fostering new intellectual property, and identifying cross-medium opportunities. The company, known for its youth-focused content and collaborations with prominent creators, aims to produce bold, audience-connecting series for broadcast, streaming, and social media.
McCarthy expressed enthusiasm for joining Acclaimed, praising its forward-thinking approach and regional base. He anticipates leveraging his experience to contribute to the company's expansion and navigate the evolving landscape of UK content creation. Acclaimed's existing portfolio includes productions for Channel 4 and BBC Three, accumulating millions of online views.
