Some big news out of the UK distribution landscape: Channel 4’s Chief Strategy and Consumer Officer Khalid Hayat is exiting after five years. During his tenure, Hayat played a major role in steering the network’s evolving strategy amid shifting viewer habits and the rise of digital-first content.
With initiatives like Channel 4’s pivot toward streaming, broader platform partnerships, and the exploration of public ownership reforms, Hayat’s leadership helped shape a more agile and future-focused version of the channel.
As the industry continues to change, especially with how and where audiences consume content, Hayat’s departure raises an important question:
How are networks and content platforms adjusting their strategies for long-term success, and what can indie filmmakers learn from these shifts when it comes to positioning their own projects for distribution?
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