Monday, May 16, 2022

Paramount Global Announces International Leadership to Drive Worldwide Streaming Expansion

PARAMOUNT GLOBAL ANNOUNCES INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP TO DRIVE WORLDWIDE STREAMING EXPANSION

Marco Nobili Elevated to EVP and International GM of Paramount+,
Olivier Jollet Promoted to EVP and International GM of Pluto TV


New York – May 16, 2022 – Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) today announced key leadership appointments to further the company’s international expansion of its streaming products, Paramount+ and Pluto TV. Marco Nobili has been promoted to Executive Vice President (EVP), International General Manager  (GM) of Paramount+, where he will lead the strategy and execution for Paramount+’s continued expansion in markets worldwide.  Olivier Jollet has been elevated to the role of EVP, International GM of Pluto TV to continue the Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) service’s international growth.   

Nobili and Jollet will dual report to Raffaele Annecchino, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of International Networks, Studios and Streaming, and to Tom Ryan, President and CEO of Streaming. 

“The opportunity to expand our streaming business internationally is tremendous and 2022 will be a crucial year for our strategy. With Paramount+ and SkyShowtime expected to expand to 60 markets by end of 2022 and Pluto TV continuing to expand worldwide, I’m confident Marco and Olivier’s leadership will enable us to seize the opportunity and build on our progress towards our integrated global streaming business,” said Raffaele Annecchino, President and CEO, International Networks, Studios and Streaming, Paramount

"Through Paramount’s differentiated streaming playbook, we are focused on leveraging our broad strength in key areas to thrive, attract and retain consumers globally,” said Tom Ryan, President and CEO of Streaming, Paramount.  “Marco and Oliver have already driven Paramount+ and Pluto TV to new heights and with their continued leadership we are confident in our ability to become a leader in global streaming.”

Previously Senior Vice President (SVP) of International Marketing, Data & Analytics for Paramount Global’s streaming division, Nobili will now oversee all operations for Paramount+ outside the U.S. including Content, Marketing, Distribution, Data and Operations. Building on the service’s momentum since launching in 2021, Nobili will lead the strategy and execution for Paramount+’s continued growth.   Marco has deep streaming experience, having formerly worked at both Netflix and Amazon.   

Jollet, who previously served as SVP and General Manager of Pluto TV internationally, will lead a coordinated approach to further expand Pluto TV outside the U.S., which is live in 30 countries and territories globally.  Jollet will  oversee all operations for Pluto TV outside the U.S. including Ad Sales, Content, Marketing, Distribution, Data and Operations.  Jollet will look to identify new partnerships and opportunities for Pluto TV across the digital entertainment ecosystem. 

Paramount will continue the global expansion of Paramount+ and Pluto TV in 2022. This year,  Paramount+ will expand to the UK and many European countries, as well as South Korea, and in 2023, India. Pluto TV is set to launch in the Nordics May 18th, through an innovative partnership with NENT Group, bringing the service’s global footprint to three continents and more than 30 countries and territories including Spain, France, and Germany. The company offers a differentiated streaming portfolio, with SkyShowtime, a joint venture premium streaming service with Comcast that will launch in many European countries beginning in 2022. 

By the end of this year, Paramount will have paid streaming services available in more than 60 markets across the UK, Latin America, Canada, Australia, South Korea, the Caribbean and all major markets in Europe, and in 2023, the company will expand further in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, building on Paramount+’s strong momentum to grow its presence in every region of the world.

Marco Nobili

Olivier Jollet

Raffaele Annecchino

Tom Ryan

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About Paramount

Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

For more information about Paramount, please visit www.paramount.com and follow @ParamountCo on social platforms.

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Originally published: May 16, 2022.

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Stream A Mountain of Entertainment on Paramount+, launching in the U.K. & Ireland on June 22! Visit https://www.paramountplus.com/gb for more information!


Paramount+ is blockbuster movies, brand new and exclusive originals, iconic series. fun for the whole family and so much more. This is big time entertainment, all the time, for everyone.


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Originally published: May 16, 2022.

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Catch a brand new episode of Danger Force, premiering Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. ET/PT, followed by an all new Side Hustle at 7:30, only on Nickelodeon! Check out the promo below!:


In the brand new Danger Force episode "Street Fightin'," when Danger Force is challenged to compete in Swellview's Street Fightin' Championship, they must master the ancient art of street fighting and battle for their honor...without using their superpowers. (#219)


Watch Henry Danger and Danger Force on Paramount+! Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com.

Make sure to subscribe to the brand-new Henry Danger/Danger Force YouTube channel! Up the (You)Tube!: https://at.nick.com/HenryDangerYouTube


Originally published: May 14, 2022.

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Catch the brand new Side Hustle episode "Sand Storm", premiering Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT, straight after an all new Danger Force at 7:00, only on Nickelodeon! Check out the promo below!


In the brand new Side Hustle episode "Sand Storm," a determined Lex (Jules LeBlanc) is out to win the Sandcastle Building competition this year by teaming up with Fisher (Mitchell Berg). When Presley (Jayden Bartels) misunderstands that she’s no longer on Lex’s team, she’ll have to give up her beach day to prove that she can take things seriously. (#208)


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Originally published: May 14, 2022.

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Stream the classic and the all new CG-animated Rugrats series on Paramount+! Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com!

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Follow these comics and their take on real episodes of the show and their own spin on hilarious adventures.

Read more Rugrats comic strips!: https://www.creators.com/features/rugrats

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Nickelodeon News Bytes | May 15, 2022

NickALive!'s pick of Nickelodeon news, highlights and more from around the internet!:


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-- The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles get a Friday the 13th mash-up: The folks at Nickelodeon decided to have a little but of fun with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Friday the 13th. As we can see in the above artwork, the heroes in a half-shell were given a bit of a horror treatment with Casey Jones looming large, clearly meant to call to mind Jason Voorhees, the machete-wielding killer from the Friday the 13th films. Well played, Nickelodeon social media team.

-- Mattel Resurrects Monster High For Friday the 13th

-- Mattel Targets Collectors With Resurrected Monster High Toy Line


-- Deliciousness: Kel Mitchell Dishes About MTV Series, Group Chat With Tiffani Thiessen, Angela Kinsey, and Tim Chantarangsu

-- Raphaël Tousignant landed his first role as a dancer in a film on Nickelodeon. Filming took place this winter

-- Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl Fans Discuss How The Game Can Come Back From Its Rough Launch

-- WNBA stars Kierstan Bell and Aisha Sheppard showed their love to two Nickelodeon shows with their backpacks: Bell's bag had characters from Paw Patrol pictured on it, while Sheppard's featured characters from Baby Shark's Big Show.

-- Al Wooten Jr. Youth Center​ to host Nickelodeon Workshop Series on 5/17. Youth will be invited to participate in the Nickelodeon Workshop Series where they will learn from professional animators how to create characters, write engaging stories and get a head start on your career in cartoons!


-- The Patio East Greenwich Gets a Visit from Celebrity Josh Peck

-- Theatre Cedar Rapids presents The SpongeBob Musical, Wednesday, May 5th through Sunday, May 28th, 2023


-- Grupo Firme vocalist Eduin Caz visits Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts


-- 10 Live-Action Nickelodeon Shows That Will Make You Feel Nostalgic

-- NFTV: The Web3 TV Network From Greg Cipes That’s Old School MTV Meets Adult Swim

-- Hamish Blake stays up until five AM to make an epic Avatar: The Last Airbender cake for Sonny's eighth birthday party

-- TMNT Shredder's Revenge: "We want everyone to have fun with our game" - developer interview [article in German]

-- AMC Networks International UK launches dedicated local feed of CBS Reality in Romania


-- Jennette McCurdy Simply Wasn't Down With Sam & Cat's Cruel Fans

-- CBS Sports Unveils 2022 "NFL on CBS" Schedule Featuring Marquee National Games, Epic Playoff Rematches, Top Quarterbacks and Holiday Contests on Thanksgiving and Christmas

-- Kel Mitchell has released his debut book, Blessed Mode, in hopes of inspiring others who are struggling to stay encouraged.


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How to Stream 'Joe Pickett' for FREE on Paramount Plus

Justice is a force of nature in Joe Pickett, now streaming on Paramount+. Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com


Joe Pickett, based on the book series of the same name, follows a dedicated game warden and his family as they navigate the shifting socio-political climate of a small rural town on the verge of economic collapse.
 
Michael Dorman, Julianna Guill, Benjamin Hollingsworth and David Alan Grier star in the new series, streaming now on Paramount+. Try it FREE!
 

Originally published: May 16, 2022

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How to Stream 'Come Dance With Me' for FREE on Paramount Plus

Talented dancers & their family members team up for a grand prize in the series Come Dance With Me, now streaming on Paramount+. Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com!


The new family competition series Come Dance With Me is now streaming!
 
Watch as exceptionally talented young dancers from across the country team up with their untrained, but supportive family members to strut their stuff for a grand prize.
 
Can a preschool teacher, a doctor, a social worker, an engineer and more show that they have what it takes to lace up their dance shoes & learn complicated sets of choreo?
 
Find out in the new series from 3 Ball Productions and executive producers Chris O’Donnell and LL COOL J of NCIS: Los Angeles. Come Dance With Me is now streaming on Paramount+. Try it FREE!
 

Originally published: May 16, 2022.

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Paramount Plus is A Mountain of Entertainment. The Offer, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds & Live UEFA Matches Are Now streaming. Try it FREE!

Paramount+ is live sports, big movies, hit originals, fun for the whole family and so much more. The Offer, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and live UEFA Champions League and Europa League matches are now streaming! Stream A Mountain of Entertainment on Paramount+. Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com


The Offer
The new limited series is based on Oscar®-winning producer Albert S. Ruddy’s (played by Miles Teller) extraordinary, never-before-seen experiences of making The Godfather.
 
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds
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UEFA
Paramount+ is a leading destination for U.S. soccer fans, featuring more than 1,600 live matches each year, including UEFA Champions League and Europa League.


Originally published: May 16, 2022.

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Watch the National Women's Soccer League on Paramount Plus - Try It FREE

Another thrilling season is here! It's also the NWSL's landmark 10th campaign, don't miss out! Stream NWSL matches live all season long on Paramount+. Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com


Two new expansion teams, Angel City FC and San Diego Wave, are looking to make their mark on the league. Can one of them go the distance?
 
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Originally published: May 15, 2022.

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How to Stream 'The Offer' for FREE on Paramount Plus

The Offer, based on Oscar®-winning producer Albert S. Ruddy’s extraordinary, never-revealed experiences of making The Godfather, is now streaming on Paramount+! Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com


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The Offer is a hit! Check out the buzz for the new Paramount+ Original Series:
 
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Originally published: May 10, 2022.

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