De Crinis swaps USA for UCP

Jackie de Crinis

Jackie de Crinis is stepping down as executive VP of original programming at USA Network after agreeing an overall deal at Universal Cable Productions (UCP).

In her new role, de Crinis will be exec producer for crime drama Eyewitness, which airs on USA later this year. UCP is part of NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment, as is USA Network.

At USA, the producer was responsible for bringing to life drama series Monk, Royal Pains and Mr Robot.

“Jackie is an exceptional talent and has developed some of the most iconic shows on television,” said Dawn Olmstead, executive VP of development at UCP. “I look forward to bringing her insight and experience as a producer to our team.”

De Crinis was formerly VP of drama at ABC and oversaw Once and Again and Cupid, among other series.