ITV has announced Stefan Hoejmose as its new group chief data and AI officer.
The appointment aims to ensure ITV stays at the forefront of data innovation, said the broadcaster, with Hoejmose working across both its media and entertainment and studios divisions.
Hoejmose joins the broadcaster from US streaming platform, Roku, where he led the data science and machine learning team. His previous experience includes senior data roles at Dyson, Sky, MediaCom and Lloyds Bank.
Simon Farnsworth, chief technology officer at ITV, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Stefan to ITV at an important point in continuing the momentum of our technology and data development. He brings with him a wealth of experience from significant organisations and we’re looking forward to working with him to grow ITV’s expertise in this area.”
“I am incredibly excited to join ITV as the new group chief data and AI Officer,” said Hoejmose. “It is such a privilege to join an organisation that continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the media and entertainment landscape. Having worked across a variety of sectors leading data teams I am particularly looking forward to collaborating with the talented teams across ITV to drive AI innovation and leverage data to create value.”
