Former Nova 100 General Manager Sam Thompson has been appointed to a newly created role of Group Content Director at MCM Media, reaffirming the company’s commitment to “producing leading multi-platform entertainment content for its radio, digital and television partners.”
Sam joins MCM Media from DMG Radio Australia where she spent eight years, first as Group Promotions and Marketing Director then GM of Melbourne stations Nova 100 and 91.5FM.
Her media career spans over 20 years, originating at Austereo in integration and content, and has seen her work all over the country.
With extensive experience in management, marketing, programming, PR and integration roles, and a passion for innovative, results-driven media enterprises, Sam “is well positioned to thrive in her new role at MCM Media.”
Based in Melbourne, she will report to MCM Entertainment Group CEO Simon Joyce and will lead the Radio, TV & Events, Digital, Affiliate Relations and Content Acquisition teams.
“This is a fabulous opportunity to work with such an innovative and dynamic company with its integrated multi-platform approach. I’m looking forward to working with Simon and the team as MCM Media continues to evolve and reach new heights”, says Sam.
Simon Joyce added: “At MCM Media we are focused on investing in our product to ensure we deliver our broadcast and distribution partners extraordinary content and value and exceed their expectations. I am excited to be working with a professional like Sam to achieve that goal.”
Sam begins at MCM Media on August 29.