BBC NI Appoints New Head Of Content Production

BBC Northern Ireland has appointed a new Head of Content Production.

Emma Dunseith will take over the role from Eddie Doyle who was recently appointed as Head of Content Commissioning for BBC NI.

The appointment will see Emma play an integral role in the delivery of BBC Northern Ireland’s content across all in-house production outside of News and Current Affairs, including factual, entertainment, sport, music and events.

Reporting to the Director of BBC Northern Ireland, Peter Johnston, Emma will provide editorial leadership for all BBC NI’s non-news and current affairs production teams across television, radio and digital and will work closely with Head of Content Commissioning, Eddie Doyle to ensure we have the best local content and digital services.

Peter Johnston, Director BBC NI, said: "I am delighted to announce Emma as the new Head of Content Production. She brings with her a wealth of experience; a passion for public service broadcasting and proven leadership skills. She is truly committed to identifying and developing new talent and creating great content fit for all audiences. I look forward to working with her in this role."

Emma takes up the post from her current role as Executive Editor of Arts, Music and Learning where she has been responsible for all in-house television and radio coverage for these genres with editorial responsibility for major events, including most recently the Proms, and has developed new music content showcasing the best local musicians.