Amazon MGM Studios has appointed Anaïs Baker as the new head of global formats, following the departure of CJ Yu. Baker, who has been with the company for two and a half years, previously worked under Yu as a senior unscripted creative executive. She brings a wealth of experience from her time at BBC Worldwide and NBCUniversal, where she worked on popular formats such as Hollywood Game Night, Top Chef, and The Real Housewives.
In addition to this exciting news, Amazon MGM Studios is known for its successful formats, including All or Nothing and LOL: Last One Laughing. All or Nothing has been adapted in multiple markets, while LOL is currently in 27 markets with notable hosts like Trevor Noah, Rebel Wilson, and Graham Norton. The studio also has other successful formats like Wild & Free and Luxe Listings.
Baker’s role extends beyond managing existing formats. She is also responsible for sourcing new formats with global potential and collaborating with teams in different territories to develop original Amazon-owned IP. With her expertise and vision, we can expect even more exciting content from Amazon MGM Studios in the future.
