Havas hires global content chief

France-based Havas Media Group has appointed a Euronews and former FremantleMedia exec as its global head of content.

Damien Marchi

Damien Marchi brings over 15 years’ experience specialising in cross-platform content production, commercialisation and marketing in TV and digital, across entertainment, drama and news.

At FremantleMedia he led digital adaptations for shows such as The X Factor, Got Talent, Idols, Big Brother and Star Academy (Endemol) and has also worked with brands including Red Bull, Air France, Procter & Gamble and L’Oréal.

He left to join European news channel Euronews, where he was in charge of innovation and products.

He will now be based at Havas’ Paris headquarters, reporting to Dominique Delport, global MD of Havas Media Group.