MUMBAI: The UK arm of Israel’s Keshet Media Group has appointed the former head of development at ITV Studios’ factual division Shiver - Simon Shalgosky - to lead its growing non-scripted team in London.

Shalgosky’s appointment is a significant step towards Keshet’s push to develop original projects in the UK, in addition to representing formats from Israel.

Shalgosky brings with him his multi-genre experience, having developed a range of entertainment, factual, and factual entertainment programs. Working in development posts at ITV from 2006 – 2014, Shalgosky and his team created and developed a wide slate of shows ranging from Britain’s Best Dish and Come Date with Me to Secrets from the Sky and The Men with Many Wives. Over the last 10 years he has had commissions with every major UK broadcaster and has gathered experience of delivering shows for daytime, access prime and prime time.

 
Keshet UK COO Sammy Nourmand said, “Simon’s appointment underlines Keshet’s continued commitment to grow its UK Production arm. His versatility and passion for great television made Simon the ideal candidate for this role. We’re delighted to welcome him to the team.”

 
Shalgosky added, “Keshet has a phenomenal reputation in format entertainment and I’m really looking forward to joining them at such an exciting time.”