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Netflix executive Lloyd screen-tested for top Channel 4 job
- Netflix executive Emma Lloyd is reportedly shortlisted to become Channel 4's next chief executive.
- Lloyd is Netflix's VP, partnerships for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
- Channel 4's recruitment is technically led by Ofcom in consultation with the culture secretary.
- Jonathan Allan is another candidate, serving as interim chief executive and CCO/COO.
- Channel 4 faces financial challenges amid changing media consumption and a shift to digital.
- Mahon previously left Channel 4 to run a music festival business and is linked to the BBC director-general post.
- The board's chair change at Channel 4 occurred after a prior private equity-backed leadership transition.
- Theres potential for broader UK broadcasting consolidation if Sky pursues ITV's TV arm.
- Ofcom is coordinating the search alongside cultural and political oversight.
- The article confirms Netflix did not comment on Ms. Lloyd's candidacy.
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