Insight hires for North America growth

Ultra-high-definition (UHD) broadcaster Insight TV has appointed a VP for the America’s to oversee the distribution of the channel across the region.

Mark Romano

Mark Romano becomes VP, Americas and is based in the company’s New York office, reporting to Graeme Stanley, chief commercial officer. He will manage and negotiate the distribution of Insight TV across all platforms, including OTT, in North America.

Roman previously worked at US networks including Outdoor Channel, ONE World Sports and Rainbow Media. Most recently, he was VP of strategic accounts for Captivate, a media-focused firm for the commercial real estate business.

Stanley said Romano’s “incredible track record of building linear, VoD, SVoD and customised platforms for both start-up and established platforms” would help it expand its offer.

Insight TV’s linear 4K UHD service is currently available in the US on cable operators RCN and T-Mobile-owned Layer 3, while its streaming service is accessible via Samsung TV Plus and on mobile devices.

Last month Insight TV expanded its originals with a show delving into the lives and careers of martial arts experts.