Ashford agrees FX output deal

Lizzy Caplan and Michael Sheen in Masters of Sex

Masters of Sex creator Michelle Ashford has agreed an exclusive overall deal with US-based FX Productions, which is behind shows including Baskets, Better Things and Atlanta.

Ashford, who executive produced and wrote Showtime’s Masters of Sex, will develop TV series for FX Networks and other outlets.

She currently serves as co-executive producer and writer on the TV miniseries Lewis & Clark and wrote HBO miniseries The Pacific.

The deal was announced by Nick Grad and Eric Schrier, presidents of original programming for FX Networks and FX Productions.

“We admire Michelle’s ability to create great TV across so many different genres and know she will be a tremendous addition to the FX Networks creative team,” Grad said.

“Her storytelling skills have made her one of the most in-demand writers and producers in the business and we look forward to working together on new projects.”