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New head of event programming at C21

C21Media has appointed Ruth Palmer as head of programming across its events division, which houses Content London and Drama Summit West.

Ruth Palmer

Most recently a consultant across UK media, Palmer previously worked at Creative Skillset for 12 years, during which time she was responsible for partnerships in the North of England, managing the UK TV Skills Fund, leading on diversity strategy and most recently holding the position of high-end TV manager.

In this role she worked closely with the UK drama industry to establish and subsequently manage the high-end TV skills levy.

She has deep knowledge of skills and talent development across the TV industry and of the developing needs of the growing high-end TV drama sector.

She has led and delivered large multi-stakeholder projects with a broad range of clients in both the public and private sectors.

Announcing the appointment, C21 editor-in-chief and managing director David Jenkinson said: “Ruth brings a depth of experience to our team, which will be a significant benefit as Content London and Drama Summit West grow. She has a solid track record of working with the biggest brands in the most creative content sectors and we are looking forward to taking our events business to the next level under her stewardship.”

Palmer will lead the programming team, working on the content of events including C21’s International Drama Summit, Kids Content Futures, The Unscripted Entertainment Forum and Drama Summit West.

She takes up the position with immediate effect, replacing Jules Grant, who has left the company to pursue other opportunities.

Content London is being held at Kings Place from November 27 to 29. Further information can be found by CLICKING HERE.

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