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Tern TV launches digital division

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By The Drum Team, Editorial

October 31, 2007 | 2 min read

Tern Television, the independent production company, has announced the launch of Tern Digital and the appointment of Simon Meek to head up the division.

Meek will be responsible for developing the company's cross-platform strategies, forging partnerships across the industry and creating a new wave of Tern content.

Before joining Tern, Meek worked as a freelance producer and consultant in Scotland. Prior to this he was a development producer at IWC. Meek has also worked as a journalist within the TV industry, as technology editor for Televisual and contributor for Broadcast, Campaign and 4Talent.

Commenting on his appointment, Meek said: "It's brilliant that a TV independent like Tern is ready to invest in the future and take bold steps ahead of the competition. It's all about the audience and our catering to their needs and viewing habits."

David Strachan, managing director, Tern Television, added: "The philosophy underpinning Tern TV's expansion into digital media is to migrate the skills it has as a successful TV company to other content delivery platforms. I am sure that this new appointment will enable us to develop our potential in this area."

Established in Aberdeen, Tern has expanded to open offices in Glasgow, Belfast, and is an influential player in encouraging growth in the Nations and Regions.

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