Eric Berger (media executive)
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Eric Berger is an American media executive. He co-founded and is the CEO of Common Sense Networks, the for-profit arm of Common Sense Media.
Career[edit]
Berger joined Time Warner as a corporate vice president of strategic planning where he was responsible for wireless initiatives and the creation of business growth.[1] In 2006, Berger joined Sony Pictures as a vice president of mobile entertainment and digital networks, running the mobile publishing and distribution business.[2][3] In May 2008, he became the general manager of Crackle (formerly known as Grouper), Sony's ad-supported video streaming service.[4][5][6]
In 2017, Berger was named Chief Digital Officer for Sony Pictures Television Networks,[7][8] and in 2018, he became the head of Sony's Direct-To-Consumer Unit, which included oversight of Funimation, Crackle, Film1 OTT and Animax.[9]
In 2020, Berger left Sony for Common Sense Media, where he co-founded Common Sense Networks and became its CEO.[10][11] In December 2020, he launched Sensical TV, a free streaming service for children aged 2 to 10.[12][13]
Recognition[edit]
In 2015, Berger was named one of Variety's 30 Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch.[14] In 2016, he was included in the The Hollywood Reporter's Silicon Beach 25 list of Los Angeles digital players.[15]
References[edit]
- ^ "Eric Berger, executive vice president, digital networks, Sony Pictures Television". The Guardian. January 9, 2012. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ Jarvey, Natalie (November 14, 2017). "Sony Pictures TV Ups Crackle's Eric Berger to Chief Digital Officer". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ "Eric Berger Named Executive Vice President, Digital Networks, Sony Pictures Television | Sony Pictures Entertainment". www.sonypictures.com. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ Spangler, Todd (November 14, 2017). "Crackle GM Eric Berger Tapped for Expanded Digital Role at Sony Pictures Television Networks". Variety. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ Kenneally, Tim (April 26, 2011). "Eric Berger Named Exec VP of Digital Networks for Sony Pictures TV". Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ "Sony restructuring Crackle online video hub". Reuters. October 29, 2008. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ Petski, Denise (November 14, 2017). "Crackle GM Eric Berger Named Chief Digital Officer For Sony Pictures TV Networks". Deadline. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ Spangler, Todd (November 14, 2017). "Crackle GM Eric Berger Tapped for Expanded Digital Role at Sony Pictures Television Networks". Variety. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (June 20, 2018). "SPT Reorganization: Distribution & Global Nets Merge, Direct-to-Consumer Unit Set". Deadline. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ Spangler, Todd (August 24, 2020). "Common Sense Media Hires Sony Alum Eric Berger as CEO of New For-Profit Entertainment Arm (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ Hayes, Dade (March 1, 2023). "Common Sense Networks Forms Board Of Directors, With Former Nickelodeon President Geraldine Laybourne And Ex-Sesame Workshop Boss Gary Knell Among Elected Members". Deadline. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
- ^ Goldsmith, Jill (June 29, 2021). "Common Sense Networks Unveils Sensical, New Free Streaming Platform For Kids 2-10". Deadline. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ Lynch, Jason (December 15, 2020). "Former Crackle Chief Preps Free, Ad-Supported Kids Streamer". AdWeek. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ "Variety's Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch". Variety. January 5, 2015. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
- ^ "Silicon Beach 25: L.A.'s Most Powerful Digital Players". The Hollywood Reporter. July 13, 2016. Retrieved February 24, 2023.