K7 Media hires Barnes
June 8, 2020
Global media consultancy, K7 Media, has bolstered its international expertise with specialist media consultant, Hannah Barnes joining the business.
Based in Melbourne, Barnes will act as K7 Media’s presence in the region. As Australian Consultant, she will utilise her knowledge of the country’s TV to contribute to K7’s highly sought-after industry resources.
With over 20 years’ industry experience, Barnes has enjoyed an extensive career working across the UK, US, and Australian media markets, including time spent working for Sky and Channel 5 in London.
A highly regarded industry professional, Barnes has held roles in format development, TV strategy and commercial partnerships, for both networks and VOD platforms. Most recently, she was Group General Manager for Lifestyle Channels at Foxtel working across linear, SVOD, BVOD and digital platforms.
The appointment follows significant investment in expanding K7’s global presence. Most recently, with the opening of a permanent base in Singapore and the expansion of its local language offering.
Keri Lewis Brown, Founder and CEO of K7 Media, added: “Hannah brings with her an enviable network of industry contacts across Australia, the UK and North America. We believe having such an accomplished consultant based in Melbourne will help us continue to grow our global presence.”
Barnes added: “I am so pleased to be collaborating with Keri and the team at K7 Media. I have been so impressed with the wealth of experience within the team and look forward to contributing to telling the stories of the great work that is being produced by our industry across Australia and in New Zealand.”