A+E Networks’ History has named former Reel One Entertainment executive Adam Fratto as VP of scripted programming for the network.
In his new role he will oversee development and production of History’s growing scripted slate and he will also develop projects for A+E Studios.
Based in Los Angeles, he will report into Eli Lehrer, executive VP and general manager for History, and Tana Jamieson, senior VP of programming for A+E Studios.
Commenting on the appointment, Lehrer said: “Adam is a seasoned producer with a stellar track record of developing programming with epic storytelling.
“He has the perfect creative instincts that will propel our scripted slate to the next level and I am confident he will be an asset to my senior team.”
Most recently, Fratto served as senior VP at Reel One Entertainment, where he launched a series division for the international distribution and production studio.
Prior to that, he was head of drama development for Pukeko Pictures.