Multi-channel networks (MCNs) have carved out a space in the online video ecosystem in recent years, leading traditional broadcasters to move into MCNs as a relatively low-risk way to reach younger demographics — though there is some question about the ability to monetize such investments. MCNs consist of multiple individual user-created online video “channels” that are amalgamated and managed by a single entity. Those channels were originally on Alphabet Inc.’s YouTube, but MCNs then expanded to various social media channels, including Facebook Inc.’s platform. “They...
BCE Inc.’s Bell Media division on Thursday announced Nanci MacLean as the new vice-president of production and Justin Stockman as the vice-president of specialty channels. The company said in a press release the appointments come in the wake of the departure of Rick Brace as president of specialty channels and CTV production late last year. Both MacLean and Stockman have been with Bell for more than a decade, the company said. "With an incredible track record for success, Nanci and Justin bring significant experience to their new roles at Bell Media," Phil King, Bell...