The Seven Network has appointed Majella Wiemers to the new role of head of entertainment.
Wiemers, reporting to Seven’s director of production, Andrew Backwell, will join Seven later this year and will be responsible for the network’s slate of entertainment programs, including The Voice, Australian Idol and AGT.
She joins Seven from ITV Studios Australia, where she has been head of entertainment since March 2018. Her resume also includes senior roles at Endemol Shine Australia, Nine Network, Network 10 and Southern Star.
Backwell said: “I’ve known and worked with Majella for many years, and I’m delighted that she is joining the team at Seven. She is one of the best television production executives in Australia and is a great addition to our network.”
Wiemers said: “I am so excited to be returning to a network and in particular, the Seven Network – leaders in entertainment. I cannot wait to bring all my skills across all facets of production to this role and to Seven.”
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