A New Chapter for Keyes Hill-Edgar After 25 Years
Keyes Hill-Edgar Steps Down as Chief Operating Officer
Keyes Hill-Edgar is stepping down from his role as Chief Operating Officer at Paramount Media Networks and Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios. This move comes as part of a larger shift in leadership following Skydance's acquisition of Paramount Global.
A Career Spanning Over Two Decades
Hill-Edgar has been a key player in the media industry for over 20 years. His career began at Shearman & Sterling, where he worked on the Viacom/CBS merger. This experience led him to join Viacom, where he held various legal and business affairs positions.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements
During his tenure, Hill-Edgar oversaw business planning, operations, and strategy for content developed by Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios. He also managed the brands of Paramount Media Networks, including:
- MTV
- Showtime
- Comedy Central
- And others
Notable Achievements
- Secured a five-year deal with the creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone.
- This deal included an exclusive streaming agreement for the show on Paramount+.
Parker publicly thanked Hill-Edgar for his role in this partnership.
- Worked closely with talent like Taylor Sheridan.
- Sheridan credited Hill-Edgar with convincing him to produce the Yellowstone prequel, 1883, quickly so it could launch on the rebranded Paramount+.
Farewell and Gratitude
In his farewell note, Hill-Edgar reflected on his journey, acknowledging his long-time boss Chris McCarthy, Mike Fricklas, and his executive assistant, Myrna Sterling. He expressed gratitude for the opportunities and support he received during his 25-year career at Viacom/Paramount.