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New hire signals Apple’s intent in TV content
Apple has given one of the clearest signs yet of its intention to ramp up commissioning of original TV programmes, with the hire of former BBC and Channel 4 executive Jay Hunt. Hunt was in the running to become Channel 4’s next CEO following David Abraham’s departure, but lost out on the role, and will now take the role of creative director, Europe, worldwide video at Apple. She was responsible for BBC programmes such as Sherlock,