Studio71 UK, a Red Arrow Studios subsidiary, has hired Joe Varley as director of development. In his new position, Varley will lead the expansion of Studio71 UK’s development slate, across comedy e…
In his new position, Varley will lead the expansion of Studio71 UK’s development slate, across comedy entertainment, factual and scripted comedy, reporting to Jody Smith, Studio71 UK VP creative director.
His credits include BAFTA-winning “Fonejacker” and “Facejacker” as well as developing BAFTA-winning “Murder in Successville” , “Drunk History UK” , viral hit “Little Prankers” , and he is the creator of ITV’s “Dinner Date” format. Throughout his career, he has created, developed and produced television programs for the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Comedy Central, and has multiple other production credits under his belt including “Room 101” , “Britain Today Tonight” and “Alan Carr: Chatty Man” .
Jody Smith, Studio71 UK VP creative director, said: “Joe’s passion for new talent and ability to develop smart, funny ideas makes him the perfect fit for Studio71. Through our talent agency Moxie, we work with some of the U.K.’s best entertainers for young, diverse audiences, creating fun factual and comedy entertainment.
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