Banijay Appoints Factual Drama Chief

Richard Bond is taking a strategic leap by moving into a new role as Creative Director at Banijay UK, where he will focus on commissioning and producing factual dramas. With a background in independent production and experience working with high-profile factual projects like *Then Barbara Met Alan* and *Adolescence*, Bond aims to further expand Banijay’s factual drama portfolio under the growing demand from audiences for authentic, engaging storytelling. His new role comes as UK scripted label funding has been challenged, providing an opportunity to capitalize on the resilience of this category.