Amazon Hires Jenny Groom as Head of MGM Alternative

Amazon MGM Studios has made a significant move in its unscripted programming division by hiring Jenny Groom as head of MGM Alternative. Groom will join the studio at the end of November and report directly to Jenn Levy, who oversees nonfiction content.

Groom brings extensive experience in both buying and selling content to her new role, having previously worked as executive vp of unscripted development at BBC Studios. Her hiring is seen as a key strategic move by Amazon MGM to strengthen its creative assets and ambitions in the unscripted space.

Levy has described Groom's appointment as a major coup for the studio, citing her ability to develop and sell shows across multiple platforms. Levy wrote to her team that Groom's experience makes her an ideal fit for the role of head of alternative.

As head of MGM Alternative, Groom will oversee popular long-running shows such as Survivor , The Voice , and Shark Tank . She will also be responsible for developing new series for Amazon Prime Video and licensing them to other outlets.

Jenny Groom's extensive experience in unscripted television has been a significant factor in her appointment as Head of MGM Alternative.

Groom brings over 20 years of experience to her new role, having previously spent nearly two decades at NBCUniversal where she rose through the ranks to become executive vice president of unscripted programming.

During her time at NBCUniversal, Groom played a crucial role in greenlighting several successful shows including The Traitors and overseeing a reality slate that included The Voice and America's Got Talent.

Groom's new responsibilities will include overseeing MGM Alternative's legacy franchises such as Survivor, Shark Tank, and The Voice, as well as its format library which remains active worldwide.

In addition to her role at MGM Alternative, Groom will also focus on developing new formats and series for Amazon Prime Video and driving third-party sales.

This appointment is seen as a key move in reinforcing MGM Alternative's position as a major creative asset for unscripted ambitions.

Groom's extensive network of relationships with top talent and her experience on both the buying and selling side of the business will undoubtedly bring significant value to Amazon MGM Studios' slate.