CBS announced today that Stacy Mandelberg has joined the Company as Vice President, Limited Series & Event Programming. The newly created position will report to both Nina Tassler, President, CBS Entertainment, and David Stapf, President, CBS Television Studios.In her new position, Mandelberg will acquire, develop and oversee production of short-run scripted programming based on books, historical events and original ideas with high-concept appeal.
“There is a lot of interest – from writers, producers and actors – to tell shorter-form stories that make noise in the industry as well as on a network’s schedule,” said David Stapf, President, CBS Television Studios. “This position formally establishes a point person to facilitate the pitching, development and production process.”
“We believe there is viewer demand for scripted projects, with built-in promotional appeal, that air over a few days, or maybe a couple weeks,” said Nina Tassler, President, CBS Entertainment. “It is programming that can complement our regular series and live event specials, and offer scheduling opportunities at various points of the year as an alternative to repeats.”