Sesame Workshop ups VP to oversee development strategy

Sesame Street

Sesame Workshop, the non-profit organisation behind iconic kids show Sesame Street, has promoted Kim Diaz to VP of creative development.

In her new role, Diaz will head up development strategy for long-form and short-form series, specials and other programming for the company, reporting to Kay Wilson Stallings, EVP of creative and production.

Diaz, who joined Sesame Workshop in 2016, previously served as creative producer for select current series, overseeing content development and creating new show ideas. During her time with the company, Diaz has helped to develop titles including Charlotte’s Web and Sesame Street specials such as Elmo Gets A Puppy and the upcoming The Nutcracker: Starring Elmo & Tango.

“Kim is an invaluable leader, full of collaborative energy and thoughtful insight that furthers our mission,” said Wilson Stallings.

“I know she will continue to bring her immense creativity to all of our content, fostering new ideas into incredible programming that helps kids grow smarter, stronger and kinder.”