ABC appoints new exec producer for drama, entertainment & Indigenous.

The ABC has appointed producer Louise Smith as an executive producer for Australian drama, entertainment and Indigenous content, which follows the departure of Que Minh Luu.

Smith has more than 20 years’ experience producing television titles and feature films in Australia and overseas, including Riot, The End, Dance Academy: The Movie, The Square and The Rage in Placid Lake.

Sally Riley, ABC Head of Drama, Entertainment & Indigenous content, said: “Fresh from her outstanding series The End, Louise brings a wealth of industry knowledge to the role. Her wide-ranging experience across scripted production in drama and comedy will be an incredible addition to an already amazing team.”

Smith said, “Working across the drama, comedy and Indigenous slate at our national broadcaster will allow me the opportunity tell world-class stories and collaborate with the best producers, writers and directors in Australia.

“I am excited for the chance to discover and develop diverse and emerging voices that we are yet to see on our screens. With the focus on ABC iview as a key ABC platform, I’m eager to see what bold adventures we can create within the scripted story space.”