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ESPN Names Josh Oshinsky Senior Director of Original Content Development

The hire signals a fresh push into premium originals across ESPN platforms.

Overview

  • ESPN said Josh Oshinsky will lead development for 30 for 30, ESPN Films, ESPN Originals, podcasts, and scripted projects, with no new projects announced.
  • His remit includes setting creative strategy, building talent partnerships, and shaping a global master content slate.
  • Oshinsky most recently led creative strategy at Business Insider after senior roles at PepsiCo, Sports Illustrated, Time Studios, and Major League Baseball.
  • He brings 14 Emmy Awards and previously produced and edited the 30 for 30 film Four Days in October.
  • TheWrap noted the move follows ESPN’s NFL Network acquisition and comes as longtime announcer Mark Jones leaves the company.