BBC Studios Factual Productions promotes Nicola Pinn to new COO position

Mammals (Source: BBC Studios)

BBC Studios Factual Productions has elevated Nicola Pinn to the newly created position of chief operating officer.

Nicola Pinn (Source: BBC Studios)

Currently serving as director of production, the promotion expands Pinn’s remit to lead on production and business management across the factual portfolio at BBC Studios. She will also oversee all aspects of financial and creative goals, governance, and the delivery of key strategic partnerships.

The company is behind natural history programming such as Planet Earth III and the upcoming Mammals for the BBC; documentaries including Inside Our Autistic Minds for the BBC and The Great Rhino Robbery for Sky; and science shows, like Our Universe for the BBC and Einstein And the Bomb for Netflix.

Kate Ward, managing director, BBC Studios Factual Productions, said: “I could not be more delighted that Nicola has agreed to take on this extra responsibility, her vast experience and range of her impact is matched by her deep passion for our productions, our people and our values. I have no doubt that in her expanded role she will continue to ensure that our factual portfolio continues to thrive.”

Katie Benbow (Source: BBC Studios)

Ward has also appointed Katie Benbow as director of strategy with a focus on content strategy, content investment, planning and insights. She will work closely with BBC Studios partners in global media and streaming and will also take on the management of the indie partnerships team led by Tom Young.

“Katie’s deep knowledge of the production market, experience across production, distribution and branded services, and love of the factual genre make her the perfect strategic lead for us as we look to deliver our ambitious plans for the future,” added Ward.