The two executives will oversee Sony’s television and home entertainment distribution operations.
Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has promoted Mike Wald and Jason Spivak to co-presidents of distribution and networks. They will jointly oversee the studio’s television and home entertainment distribution operations while continuing to report to Keith Le Goy, who recently assumed the role of SPT Chairman.
In a statement, Le Goy said: “I’ve worked closely with Mike and Jason for what can only be described as a very long time. From their deep experience managing local markets around the world to navigating the evolving landscape in home entertainment, Mike and Jason each bring the unique, complementary skills to co-lead the business in this unprecedented period of change. I look forward to all that they will achieve in leading our world-class distribution and networks teams in these new roles.”
Wald and Spivak added: “Sony is very well positioned to continue to succeed in the changing distribution environment. It is incredibly exciting to have the opportunity to work alongside the best teams in the world to navigate this next chapter for the business.”
Wald and Spivak will co-lead the studio’s combined television and home entertainment distribution businesses, taking oversight of functions including post-theatrical distribution of films, distribution of television content around the world, multi-channel marketing and international cable networks in Latin America and Europe.
Wald, previously EVP of International Distribution and Content Strategy, has led Sony’s distribution efforts across free TV, cable, pay TV and streaming platforms worldwide. His tenure includes leadership roles in London, where he managed European, Middle Eastern and African markets, and in Hong Kong, where he focused on emerging Asian markets.
Spivak, who has been integral to Sony’s North American distribution strategy, played a key role in shaping the studio’s home entertainment business. He was a driving force behind Sony’s landmark Pay-1 distribution deal with Netflix and previously led worldwide digital distribution efforts.
SPT distributes a vast catalogue of popular series and films, including Seinfeld, Breaking Bad, Outlander, The Nanny and Shark Tank, along with major films such as Anyone But You, Jumanji, Spider-Man and Venom.
