Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Amazon MGM Studios Searches for New Head of Television
Amazon MGM Studios is looking for a new boss for its TV shows after Vernon Sanders left.
They're considering top TV executives from other companies, including Netflix and NBCUniversal.
The search is being led by Mike Hopkins.
The new leader's responsibilities will be determined after recent departures of top creative executives.
Some potential candidates include Peter Friedlander, Chris McCumber, Susan Rovner, and Channing Dungey.
The process of finding a replacement may take a few weeks.
Amazon MGM Studios is searching for a new Head of Global Television.
Vernon Sanders stepped down from the position.
The search is led by Mike Hopkins, Head of Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios.
Several potential candidates are being considered.
The exact scope of the top TV post at Amazon is unclear.
- Who
- Amazon MGM Studios
- What
- Searching for a new Head of Global Television
- When
- Search ongoing, Vernon Sanders stepped down last week
- Where
- Amazon MGM Studios
- Why
- Vernon Sanders decided to leave the role.
- Company
- Amazon MGM Studios
- Position Vacant
- Head of Global Television
- Previous Head
- Vernon Sanders
- Search Led By
- Mike Hopkins
- Potential Candidates
- Peter Friedlander, Chris McCumber, Susan Rovner, Channing Dungey