She previously served as an executive producer, initiating, developing, and producing special projects, for Hearst Media Production Group (HMPG) parent Hearst Television.
Now, she will hold the title of VP/Development at HMPG.
Jessica Mathies brings extensive national production experience to HMPG’s recently launched entertainment unit and will focus on unscripted program development for television stations, broadcast and cable networks and streaming services. She’ll also supervise creative production on series pilots as well as the first season of new unscripted series.
“Jessica has strong creative instincts for finding unique and compelling talent and stories,” said HMPG EVP/GM for entertainment Angelica Rosas McDaniel. “As we bring together our new team, including VP of Development Jeffrey Wank, we’re excited about upcoming projects that will engage the creative community and our national partners.”
Mathies joined Hearst Television in 2018 from New York City-based production company Park Slope Productions, where she was EVP/Development. She began her television career as a production assistant at PBS Member station KQED in San Francisco.
