FreeTV appoints new CEO
Brett Savill becomes Chief Executive Officer of commercial TV lobby group.
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Lobby group FreeTV Australia has appointed Brett Savill as Chief Executive Officer, replacing Julie Flynn who departed in July.
Savill recently held roles as Head of Government Relations, Director of Strategy and Corporate Development, and Chief Financial Officer for BAI Communications (formerly Broadcast Australia).
Chairman Harold Mitchell said, “We are delighted that Brett will be joining FreeTV as CEO. He brings a depth of experience in the media and technology industries.
“This appointment will strengthen our efforts as we continue to advocate for regulatory relief from the world’s most onerous television licence fees and for fair and certain access to spectrum so we can continue to deliver the free services that the public values so highly. Brett’s track record of commercial, technology, and policy experience will be a valuable addition to our industry on these issues.”
“This is an exciting time to join the free-to-air television industry. I am inspired by the special place that free-to-air television continues to have in Australians’ daily lives and the transformation that is underway – with the increasing investment in Australian content, the multi-channel experience and the innovations in programming. I look forward to working with the industry and I am energised by what the future holds,” Savill said.
He begins with Free TV on Monday.